Recreation Leader

City of Memphis • Memphis, TN

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

Works under the direction of an assigned Community Center Director or Assistant Director to lead class instruction and various recreational activities, including sports. Coordinates rental facility functions and provides clerical and custodial support as required. Complies with community center operational guidelines and procedures. Supervise staff and participants as needed. Directs facility operations in the absence of management. Transports participants to recreational activities by driving to various locations throughout the City.

Requirements

• High School diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED); or any combination of experience or training which enables one to perform the essential job functions.
• Experience in recreation education and/or training is required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver license as a condition of continued employment.
• Must attain ‘F’ Endorsement on Driver’s License within 90 days from start of assignment, depending on assignment.
• Must be able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing with management, staff members, and the general public.
• Requires the ability to lift and carry objects including recreation equipment (up to approximately 40 lbs.).
• Requires the ability to operate general office equipment including telephone, computer, printer, and copier.
• Requires the ability to operate an automobile to travel to various locations throughout the City.

Responsibilities

• Lead class instruction and various recreational activities, including sports.
• Coordinate rental facility functions.
• Provide clerical and custodial support as required.
• Comply with community center operational guidelines and procedures.
• Supervise staff and participants as needed.
• Direct facility operations in the absence of management.
• Transport participants to recreational activities by driving to various locations throughout the City.
• Perform additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.

What This Job Offers

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