Recreation Specialist (Part-Time)

City of Leander•Leander, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Recreation Specialist performs moderately complex work organizing and facilitating recreational programs to support customer satisfaction and visitor safety at the Leander Activity Center, City-sponsored programs, and special events. The position works under moderate supervision, with moderate latitude to use initiative and independent judgment. Assignments may include recreation programs and events, active adult activities, or aquatics, and may involve rotation or transfer to other facilities or duties based on departmental or seasonal needs. The role assists with delivering recreation programs, creating promotional media and managing social media, maintaining vendor and sponsor relationships, organizing and instructing programs and events, and supporting facility operations. It also provides public-facing customer service, processes transactions, operates registration and reservation systems, and helps coordinate event setup and teardown. The employee maintains facilities and equipment, supports a clean and safe environment, and reports safety concerns. The position requires a high school education or equivalent and at least one year of related experience. A valid U.S. driver’s license is required, along with the ability to obtain a Texas driver’s license within 90 days and First Aid and CPR/AED certification within 90 days of hire. The employee must be able to work evenings and weekends and meet the physical demands of regularly moving and lifting recreational materials weighing up to 50 pounds. Employment is contingent on verification of education, certifications, and experience; satisfactory criminal history and driving record checks; legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship; and applicable Selective Service compliance. The City of Leander participates in E-Verify and is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
At least one year of related experience.
Ability to work outside the regular daytime schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Valid driver’s license from any U.S. state.
Ability to obtain a Texas driver’s license within 90 days, per state law.
First Aid and CPR/AED certification within 90 days of hire.
Ability to learn and understand the philosophy and objectives of public recreation, recreation activity, and recreation services.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of citizens or employees.
Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style.
Skill in directing activities in a complex and diverse organization.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to follow detailed verbal and written instructions.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to communicate courteously and diplomatically with employees and the general public.
Ability to regularly stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle items, and talk and hear.
Vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, and adjustment of focus.
Ability to safely pull, push, lift, and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Proof of education, certifications, and experience listed on the employment application.
Satisfactory pre-employment criminal history background and driving record checks.
Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Compliance with Selective Service Registration requirements for applicable male U.S. citizens and immigrants ages 18–25.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in a related field.
Two or more years of related experience.

Responsibilities

Assist in delivering high-quality and consistent recreation programs, events, and services.
Create promotional media, including posters, flyers, and other materials, and manage social media posts to increase community engagement and event awareness.
Assist with maintaining vendor and sponsor relationships for special events through clear communication and effective partnerships.
Organize, facilitate, and instruct approved programs and special events to meet community needs.
Maintain facilities, equipment, and supplies.
Provide program information in person and by telephone; greet guests and provide prompt, courteous, and friendly customer service.
Assist in coordinating city-wide special events, including setup and teardown.
Assist with front desk activities, including processing cash, check, and credit card transactions and operating computer registration and reservation systems.
May direct the work of trainees and volunteers.
May rotate or transfer to other facilities or assignments based on department or seasonal needs.
Maintain facility cleanliness and help provide a clean, comfortable, and safe environment.
Report potential and existing safety issues or concerns to supervisors to support patron safety.
Participate in activities with program participants and set up tables, chairs, tents, and other equipment as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.