Recreation Leader

City of Stanton • Stanton, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, the Recreation Leader will promote, organize and provide personal leadership to a variety of recreation activities at an indoor and/or outdoor recreational facility. This is a part-time position to assist with the City's programs and activities at various sites and will involve working variable hours (approximately up to 28 hours per week) including evenings, weekends and/or holidays.

Requirements

• Knowledge of organizing and planning recreation activities.
• Knowledge of modern recreational philosophies and practices as it relates to sports, special activities and play.
• Enjoy working with people of all ages.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and organizational abilities.
• Knowledge of facility management & procedure.
• Flexible and can easily adapt to changes and work schedules.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationship with staff and other department representatives.
• One (1) year of increasingly responsible experience in providing recreation and leisure time services.
• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• College course work in the field of Recreation, Physical Education or related field is desired.

Responsibilities

• Organize, plan and implement a diversified program including sports, crafts, active and passive games on a park or playground setting.
• Requisition, issue, receive and oversee the use of equipment and materials.
• Ensure safety precautions are observed during free play.
• Care for and maintain equipment and facilities.
• Assist in the preparation and implementation of special events and services.
• Assist with the implementation of the sports program.
• Maintain effective communication and harmonious relationships with the public, participants and associates.
• May be assigned to operate City vehicles transporting seniors; subject to pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing under federal transit regulations (49 CFR Part 655).
• Perform related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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