Recreation Specialist II (Less than Half Time)

City of Des Moines•Des Moines, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our Community Recreation Center Team! This is a permanent less than half time position throughout the year, hours of operations will vary based on location and assignment. Employees will fill in when needed based on staffing coverage. Hours generally are Monday through Friday 8 am to 2 pm or 2 pm to 8 pm with occasional weekends with various hours. Under direction, plans, organizes, supervises and directs a specialized area within the City’s recreation division, or a specialized type of recreation activity at a community recreation center or other recreation venue including outdoor events, and performs related work as required.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or GED
One year of experience facilitating recreational or group activities in areas such as aquatics, athletics, music, arts, childcare, or education.
Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid, and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) required upon hire (training is provided)
An applicable, valid driver’s license is required when work assignment requires driving a vehicle.
Candidates for positions in this class must pass a post-employment offer physical examination and drug screen and background check.

Nice To Haves

Post-high school education in recreation, leisure services, education or related field may be substituted for the required experience.

Responsibilities

Leads programs and instructs participants on facility or program rules.
Trains staff in leadership techniques, methods of activity planning, safety and public relations.
Works closely with other recreation staff to assure the proper development of assigned activities.
Works with community organizations and public to develop their interests in recreation programs.
Organizes and supervises one or more recreational activities such as year-round programs, aquatics programs, day camps, trips, arts and cultural activities, nature activities, sports and games, special population activities, equity programs, senior activities or special events.
Recruits and trains volunteers to assist with program implementation.
Maintains discipline and observes necessary precautions to ensure safety of activity and program participants.
Issues and monitors use of recreation supplies and equipment.
Maintains attendance and activity statistics and creates and updates regular reports.
Collects admissions and program registration fees.
Decorates center or venue with seasonal displays.
Researches and orders recreation supplies and equipment.
Performs minor custodial functions such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, etc. to maintain clean and safe activity space.
May drive a vehicle for transportation of program/activity participants.
Performs related work as required.