Recreation Leader

City of DeLand • DeLand, FL

6h • $18

About The Position

This position assists in organizing and administering a portion of the Department’s overall program of leisure and recreational activities. This position also assists the Deputy Director in program and activity scheduling and administration .

Requirements

• High school or general education degree (GED) from an accredited institution is required.
• Some experience in recreational activities relating to youth sports and special event activities etc. is required.
• Some experience in scheduling and carrying out recreational programs and activities is required.
• An equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered for minimum requirements except for licensure/certification requirements .
• Possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required.
• Must be Red Cross/YMCA CPR & First Aid trained and certified.
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to develop and maintain good personal relationship with other employees and the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, City officials, other agency officials, public groups and the general public.
• Must have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral forms in a responsible manner.
• Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as financial reports, letters, and memos.
• Must be able to deal with problems involving several variables in standardized situations when immediate guidance from the supervisor may not be available .
• Ability to personally relate in a positive and professional manner to adults, children and young people.
• Ability to maintain good order in the use of community buildings and facilities.
• Sound knowledge of safety practices in the performance of all assigned activities and programs.
• This job requires walking, standing, bending, stooping, reaching, running, jumping, and driving.
• The employee may work in an office environment or outside in various weather conditions.
• The employee may also be required to work in or with moving vehicles .
• Lift 15-45 Pounds
• Vision: 20/20 or Corrected to 20/100
• Environment: Office Work and Outside Work in Various Conditions
• Hearing: Normal Noise Levels for Work Environment

Responsibilities

• Assists in scheduling, organizing and supervising a variety of leisure and recreational programs and activities under the direction of the departmental management.
• Works with community groups, groups of young people, senior citizens and other age groups developing, promoting and implementing recreational and leisure activities.
• Supervises volunteers as required.

What This Job Offers

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