Recreation Specialist III - Flag Football Referee

City of Fort Lauderdale•Fl, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time position with a 32-Hour cap per week in accordance with City of Fort Lauderdale Policy and Standards Manual. This position is At-Will and is not covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement or the Personnel Rules. An employee in this class is responsible for the organization and personal leadership of a variety of recreation activities in an indoor and/or outdoor recreation setting or facility. Assist in overseeing staff who handles organizing and conduction games, sports, social and other recreational activities. Work is normally performed under the general supervision of a higher classified employee who issues written and oral instructions. Work is reviewed by the immediate supervisor; constant supervision is not necessary for routine and repetitive tasks.

Requirements

High school or G.E.D.
Must be 18 years old or older
If working as an adult sports official or coach, must possess one (1) year experience in sports instruction or officiating.
If working as a lead event worker, must possess two (2) years experience working with a special events team.
If working as a tennis instructor, must possess one (1) year experience in tennis instruction.
Ability to instruct while adhering to professional standards set for by the U.S. Professional Tennis Association.
Ability to demonstrate 4.0 level of ability in accordance with National Tennis Rating Program.
Candidates must pass a fingerprinting/background screening process prior to employment

Nice To Haves

If working as a water aerobics instructor, must possess two (2) years experience in water aerobics instruction, valid American Red Cross CPR for Professional Rescuer certification and First Aid Certificate.
Preferred United States Water Fitness Association certification or equivalent
If working at the Aquatic Center, must possess American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification, OR certification as a USA Swimming Certified Coach and US Masters Swimming Coach.
Preferred U.S Professional Tennis Association or Professional Tennis Registry membership.
If working as a face painter, must possess six (6) months experience in an artistic field
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in horticulture and/or education
Experience with the cultivation and maintenance of butterfly gardens and food forests
Willing and able to work outside in hot and humid conditions year round
As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency.
All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

Responsibilities

Responsible for general upkeep, maintenance, and cultivation of food forest, butterfly garden, and children’s garden venues
Monitor and maintain plant health and appearance
Manage and mentor small and large groups of volunteers
Keep accurate record of volunteer hours
Plan and lead field trips for small and large groups students
Maintain organized and accurate record of landscape maintenance
Promote community partnerships
Control invasive plants within the cultivated venues
Make decisions regarding cultivation such as plant placement, plant nutrition, seasonal irrigation schedules, pest management, and plant selection
Use environmentally conscious cultivation and maintenance practices
Maintain and update digital and/or online records of cultivated flora
Performs related work as required