Recreation Leader

Southgate Recreation & Park District•Sacramento, CA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, Recreation Specialist and Senior Recreation Leader, the Recreation Leader is responsible for assisting in a wide variety of activities for various ages at a recreation site.

Requirements

Understand and follow oral and written instructions
Write and speak English at a level to satisfactorily perform the work
Write and speak clearly and concisely
Work harmoniously and cooperatively with fellow employees and the public
Organize and conduct groups of all sizes
Make quick and accurate judgment calls
Enforce rules of the game including special guidelines and policies established by the District
Maintain control of sports games at all times
Possess general physical abilities necessary to officiate 2-4 games/matches as assigned
Establish and maintain positive relationships with the public and other employees
Represent the District in a professional manner
Knowledge of and Skilled in: Communications, public relations and leadership techniques
Knowledge of and Skilled in: Working with youth in areas such as arts and crafts, games, performing arts and/or sports
Must be able to perform physical labor, lift, carry, push and pull heavy objects, walk, stand, stoop and crouch for long periods; and climb ladders.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to perform under various weather conditions.
Must have a minimum of one-year experience working with children.
Required to obtain the American Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Certificate or be willing to take a class in order to receive certificate.

Responsibilities

Assists in planning, coordinating and supervising recreation activities for a wide variety of age groups attending the programs. Programs include, but are not limited to youth and adult sports, R.E.C. Van and the after-school programs.
Implements activities and provides general supervision over the use of equipment and use of an assigned area or program.
Supervises participants involved in the program.
Attends and participates in regular staff meetings and in-service trainings as necessary.
Officiates youth sports games in accordance with the rules and regulations determined by the District for sports programs.
Maintains program site and supervises general area including the parking lot.
Installs and removes sports facility and/or program equipment.
Greets public and program participants and provides information to public or directs them to proper office.
Communicates effectively and tactfully with the participants and parents or guardians.
Follows oral and written instructions.
Works harmoniously and cooperatively with fellow employees and the public.
Answers questions regarding various programs.
Performs administrative tasks, such as completing accident/incident reports.
Performs physical labor, lift, carry, push and pull heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.) Walk, stand, stoop and crouch for long periods; climb ladders.
Performs under various weather conditions.
Other duties as assigned.