Recreation Leader - Sports

City of Sierra Vista • Sierra Vista, AZ

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Recreation Coordinator and/or Supervisor, performs skilled recreation work in directing, planning, and conducting youth and adult sports programs. Responsibilities include supervision and/or training of subordinate employees. Assists with daily program operations and administration. Adapts work to facilities available and to community needs. Receives general instructions from the Recreation Coordinator. FLSA Status: Non-Exempt.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must possess a valid AZ driver's license.
• Applicants must be age eighteen (18) years of age or older.
• Position routinely requires working flexible hours and applicants must have availability for weekend, evening and holiday work hours.
• Applicants must have one (1) year prior experience in developing, implementing and/or executing recreation programs.
• General knowledge of sport specific rules required.
• Must be able to obtain a Food handlers certification within three months of hire.
• Applicants must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of field maintenance tasks preferred. This includes dragging, lining, and basic maintenance and upkeep.
• First Aid and CPR certification required (Must have possession of it within 6 months of service).

Responsibilities

• Assists in planning and scheduling various youth and adult sports and fitness programs such as soccer, basketball, softball, and tennis. This includes camps, classes and leagues.
• Leads youth and adult sports programs within given budget.
• Assists coordinator in recruiting, overseeing and scheduling officials and volunteers to conduct sports leagues and programs.
• Conducts training, clinics, and orientations, as needed, to ensure officials, and volunteers are knowledgeable and understand the objectives of the Sports Division.
• Opens and closes facilities.
• Assists with the development and implementation of programs by conducting research, planning and scheduling activities, updating and preparing course materials, and maintaining displays.
• Monitors program participants, and enforces rules, regulations and safety precautions at multiple indoor and outdoor recreation facilities.
• Maintains discipline, monitors behavior, and resolves issues.
• Monitors program activities, and assists participants in recreation activities and special programs.
• Reports and resolves complaints, requests, safety conditions, security issues and illegal activities.
• Performs unskilled clerical work and other duties relating to conducting programs.
• Picks up trash and debris, and assists in the basic maintenance of grounds and equipment; maintains sports fields (e.g., lining, dragging and marking) to prepare for play and special events; cleans bleachers, restrooms, and periphery.
• Sets up and maintains recreation facilities for special events and scheduled programs.
• Assists with execution, staffing, ordering and stocking of city run concessions stands.
• Makes needed equipment available and monitors its use.
• Observes and/or participates in activities.
• Assists with city wide special events and activities throughout the department.
• Recommends new policies and procedures to the Recreation Coordinator.
• Creates and maintains folders on all volunteers and coaches.
• Addresses customer complaints and concerns in a timely, professional manner.
• Inspects the physical environment (indoor and outdoor) of facilities to ensure they are safe and healthy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all persons regardless of race, color, sex (to include lesbian, gay, bi-sexual, or transgendered (LGBT)), age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, or genetic information.
• Compliance with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in all employment activities.
• Compliance with the American's with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED