Recreation Leader

City of Oakley•Oakley, CA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under supervision of the Recreation Manager, assists with programs that include the After School Program, field trips, special events, summer camps including, facility rentals and other youth, senior and community programs. This position is limited to 960 hours per fiscal year.

Requirements

Possession of a high school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) is helpful.
One year of recreation or related leadership experience relevant to the area of assignment is highly desirable.
Possession of an appropriate, valid California Class C Driver’s License.
Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain within the first six months of employment, appropriate, valid CPR and First Aid certificates.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must complete and satisfactorily pass Live Scan fingerprint screening or background check.
Ability to handle multiple tasks.
Ability to conduct one’s self in a professional manner.
Ability to function effectively under direct supervision and to develop effective working relationships with fellow City employees and the public.
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
Ability to receive and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to implement professional work habits including reliability, dependability, creativity, and demonstration of enthusiasm for the job.
Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, work varying shifts, including nights, weekdays and weekends.
Ability to effectively use computer systems, software applications, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
Knowledge of City’s recreational activities and special events in order to answer questions from the public.
Knowledge of techniques of instruction for conducting recreation programs in areas such as sports, games, arts and crafts.
Knowledge of common sports, games and recreational activities.
Knowledge of supervision and leadership techniques.
Basic computer program skills.

Responsibilities

Oversees participants and volunteers in arts and crafts, sports, games, homework tutorials, and recreational activities.
Accompanies participants on program outings.
Perform general set-up, maintenance and custodial duties (e.g. cleaning, arranging tables/chairs).
Answer a wide variety of questions from the public about City events, programs and services.
Maintains a safe program environment and facility; conducts safety checks; administers first aid as required.
Enforce rules, regulations and policies, to maintain program discipline communicating with parents on a regular basis.
Serve as a positive role model.
Assist in the inventory of program supplies and equipment.
Handle cash transactions.
Assist in the planning and coordination of various programs and activities.
Complete all required paperwork and reports.
Provide courteous, tactful, and polite customer service to the public at all times.
Performs other related duties as assigned.