Recreation Leader (Recreation Centers)

City of Suffolk, VA • Suffolk, VA

351d

About The Position

Various Rec centers hiring include: Bennett's Creek, East Suffolk and Curtis Milteer Recreation Centers. Under general supervision, performs various tasks and assignments to lead and assist in the implementation of recreation programs and activities. Supervises programs conducted in the Parks and Recreation facilities. Primary duties will take place at the East Suffolk Recreation Center, Curtis R. Milteer, Sr. Recreation Center, or Bennett's Creek Recreation Center. Serves on committees to plan and implement programs, events and activities. Performs routine administrative tasks to complete required paperwork.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent with one to two years' experience in a customer service role with direct interaction with adults and children; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Virginia driver's license.
• Must possess and maintain CPR & First Aid Certifications within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with the general public in person and by phone; provides information about programs and activities; registers participants; issues and checks membership cards; receives fees; enforces rules and regulations of the facility.
• Sets up and takes down equipment used for classes and events; maintains, stores, and monitors inventory of equipment; issues athletic equipment to participants.
• Participates in programs, classes, activities, and events; leads crafts, games and other activities for children.
• Assists in cleaning and maintaining the facility.
• Performs routine administrative tasks for the department; collects funds; prepares deposits as requested; performs routine data entry, record keeping, filing, faxing, and copying documents.
• Provides assistance and input regarding programs, participants, and volunteers.
• Operates a personal computer and other equipment necessary to complete essential functions to include word processing, e-mail and other programs.
• Communicates with supervisors, employees, other departments, vendors, the public and outside agencies; attends various meetings as required.
• May assist with planning and preparation for the department's special events to include preparing flyers, receiving application for upcoming events, making phone contacts, sending out correspondence, purchasing of smaller items for special events.
• May assist with special events including Field Trips, etc.
• May be assigned to work with various age populations and create programs, activities, and events especially for them.
• Performs other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees