Recreation Leader

City of Salina, KS • Salina, KS

29d

About The Position

The Recreation Leader position at the City of Salina is a vital opportunity for those seeking a meaningful role in fostering community well-being. This position plays a crucial part in supporting recreational programs that enhance the quality of life in Salina by organizing diverse activities & ensuring safe, engaging environments for all participants. With the promise of work-life balance, this role offers a flexible schedule that includes potential nights, weekends, & holidays. As a valued member of the Parks & Recreation team, the Recreation Leader contributes to vibrant community interactions & experiences. It's an ideal career path for individuals passionate about community service & looking for long-term employment in the municipal sector. Career Advancement: Recreation Supervisor, Recreation Superintendent On-the-Job Training: Training is designed to equip our next Recreation Leader with essential skills in managing recreational programs, including sports & event logistics. Experienced team members mentor newcomers in essential clerical & administrative functions, such as data entry, record keeping, handling, fostering a comprehensive understanding of office operations. Practical skills in facility maintenance, safety procedures, & program supervision are emphasized, promoting confidence in managing both routine tasks & unexpected challenges. With a strong focus on professional growth, this training prepares employees for a rewarding & long-term career in the municipal sector, contributing significantly to the community's recreational vitality.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• One (1) year work in recreation programming or athletics administration, including youth & adult baseball, or softball leagues & tournaments.
• One (1) year supervising, scheduling, & training part time temporary/seasonal staff or volunteers.
• Experience coordinating facility rentals & working with maintenance & grounds on event setup.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office computer programs, recreation registration, & POS software (e.g., CivicRec, ActiveNet, or RecTrac).
• Must possess a valid Kansas driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree or college courses in recreation administration or related field preferred but not required.
• Certification or ability to obtain certification as a Certified Parks & Recreation Professional (CPRP) desired.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, coordinates, promotes, markets, & supervises year-round baseball activities for youth & adults, instructional programs, special events, athletics, camps, clinics, & other leisure programs; may instruct classes, & lead activities as needed; assists in coordinating & aiding with other Parks & Recreation athletic programs.
• Assists in setting up & maintaining Salina Fieldhouse facility for daily operations, rentals, events, & scheduled programs.
• Schedules use of, sets up, and/or monitors rental space & facilities to include Berkley Family Recreation Area for events, tournaments, programs, & related activities; communicates with community organizations; coordinates with field maintenance staff for use & upkeep of equipment & facilities; checks recreation & athletic equipment in & out; maintains inventory.
• Plans & conducts registration for recreation activities & rentals; registers program participants; supervises collection of fees & charges for activities; may perform cash handling functions.
• Participates in recruitment, hiring, & performance evaluations of part-time & seasonal personnel; plans, coordinates & supervises activities of staff, assigners, & coaches; evaluates program effectiveness; maintains routine attendance & participant progress records as necessary; evaluates performance of participants in instructional programs; keeps accurate records of operations.
• Performs basic clerical & administrative duties including data entry, record keeping, preparing & processing various documents, maintaining files & daily event logs.
• Answers questions & telephone inquiries; provides basic program information to participants & the public; verifies membership cards; & serves as public relations ambassador to participants, instructors, & the public.
• Assists in maintaining facilities by cleaning & sanitizing areas, sweeping & mopping floors, checking & restocking restrooms, arranging equipment, & any other general required maintenance duties; recommends necessary facility repairs or supply needs to the supervisor for activities & programs; may conduct field maintenance, such as lining fields, raking, & minor manual labor.
• Assists in the enforcement of rules, regulations, & safety precautions of municipal facilities; recognizes, avoids, & reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents & injuries; maintains discipline at indoor/outdoor recreation facilities; instructs various departmental programs explaining the rules or techniques.
• Assists the Recreation staff with various tasks to help meet the program services goals; duties will vary according to job assignment.
• Works varied schedule, including potential nights, weekends and/or holidays.
• Performs overtime as required & other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 48 hours of vacation available upon hire; additional 48 hours earned during the year (96 hours in first year).
• 96 hours of sick leave during first year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED