Recreation Leader

City of El Monte•El Monte, CA

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Recreation Leader oversees activities for a specific recreation services program or functional area supporting community, recreational, or park facilities. The role leads, teaches, and conducts recreation activities at various facilities; performs general office duties; requisitions materials and equipment; and carries out related work. This journey-level position independently performs program support duties, exercises judgment and initiative, and receives general supervision from assigned management and supervisory personnel. It has no direct staff supervision, although the employee may provide work-task information and demonstrations to new employees in similar positions. The position supports recreation programs and community events, oversees and schedules play activities for children and adults, responds to patrons, and helps maintain facilities and equipment. Work may take place at parks, schools, the recreation center, and other City facilities. The role may require a varied schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Employees may work in the field and are occasionally exposed to loud noise, temperature extremes, vibration, confined spaces, chemicals, and mechanical or electrical hazards. Employees may also encounter blood and body fluids when providing first aid or CPR and must wear attire appropriate to assigned recreation activities. A typical qualification is completion of the twelfth grade, or a work permit if currently in high school. The minimum age is 16. One year of recreation-program experience is desirable. An American Red Cross First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate must be obtained within 30 days of employment and maintained throughout employment.

Requirements

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, or a work permit if currently in high school.
Minimum age of 16 years.
Possession of an American Red Cross First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate within 30 days of employment, maintained throughout employment.
Knowledge of recreation program operations, services, activities, implementation methods, and age-appropriate program content.
Knowledge of general office and business administrative practices, procurement processes, safety practices, basic first aid and CPR, and standard office procedures and equipment.
Knowledge of basic record-keeping, arithmetic, relevant computer applications, and English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.
Ability to oversee assigned program activities; interpret and apply facility-use policies and procedures; and assist with planning and implementing programs.
Ability to provide courteous customer assistance and communicate effectively with individuals of various ages, socioeconomic backgrounds, and ethnic groups.
Ability to lift and move tables and chairs and arrange facilities for events and meetings.
Ability to respond calmly and effectively to medical emergencies and injuries, including providing basic first aid and adult and/or child CPR.
Ability to maintain facilities and equipment in a clean, safe, and secure manner and perform routine equipment maintenance.
Ability to maintain accurate logs and records, follow oral and written instructions, organize work, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Ability to use computer systems, relevant software, and modern business equipment.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing and establish effective working relationships.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in a recreation program is desirable.

Responsibilities

Lead, teach, and conduct diversified recreation activities at parks, schools, the recreation center, and other recreational facilities.
Assist with planning and conducting community events, general programs, and facility rentals; set up and take down tables, chairs, and equipment.
Supervise and schedule established play programs for children and adults.
Plan and coordinate inter-playground competitions in recreational activities.
Communicate with school personnel to resolve routine operational issues in after-school recreation programs.
Resolve program issues within established guidelines and suggest program improvements.
Perform general office duties, including basic cashiering, answering telephones, greeting patrons, typing, data entry, copying, filing, and preparing routine publicity and reports.
Requisition and inventory materials and equipment.
Keep recreation facilities, storage sites, and work areas clean and orderly; perform basic custodial duties and minor facility maintenance; and open, close, and secure buildings for events.
Issue and collect recreation equipment and supplies and make minor equipment repairs.
Administer basic first aid as necessary and encourage participation and good sportsmanship.
Respond to patrons seeking assistance or information.
Provide work-task information and demonstrations to new employees in the same or similar class of positions.
Maintain accurate logs and records of work performed and materials and equipment used.
Monitor safe and proper public use of facilities, patrol facilities, enforce rules and ordinances, and help educate the public about applicable rules and regulations.
Observe and comply with City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
Perform other duties as assigned.