Senior Recreation Leader

City of Temple City•Temple City, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction, assists in overseeing and coordinating assigned recreation activities and operations within assigned Recreation Division. Assists in planning and organizing special events associated with specific recreation programs. Assists in supervising, assigning, reviewing, and participating in the work of part-time staff, part-time temporary seasonal employees, and volunteers responsible for providing assigned recreation program services and activities. Ensures work quality and adherence to established policies and procedures.

Requirements

Education equivalent to the completion of high school, supplemented by one year of experience working in youth and/or community recreation or comparable setting.
One year of college course work can be substituted for one year of experience.
Possession of a valid Class C motor vehicle operator's license from the State of California.
Ability to sit, stand, stoop or bend for up to two hours at a time.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to get from one location to another in the course of doing business.
Ability to see and hear.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of basic operational characteristics, services, and activities of a recreation program.
Knowledge of basic theories, principles, and practices in the field of recreation.
Knowledge of current trends in recreation/education/developmental programs.
Knowledge of techniques of assessing program needs.
Knowledge of program content for specialized community activities.
Knowledge of techniques used in public relations and customer services practices.
Knowledge of basic methods and techniques utilized in advertising and public information.
Knowledge of basic program evaluation methods.
Knowledge of rules and equipment used in assigned recreation program area.
Knowledge of basic accounting, purchasing, and budgeting practices.
Knowledge of research and report writing methods and techniques.
Knowledge of basic project management skills.
Knowledge of local government organization and the functions and practices of a municipal recreation unit.
Knowledge of principles and procedures of record keeping and filing.
Knowledge of basic principles of municipal budget preparation and control.
Knowledge of basic principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
Knowledge of modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and supporting software applications.
Knowledge of methods and techniques of first aid and CPR.
Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
Ability to assist in developing, planning, promoting, and implementing varied recreation programs.
Ability to assist in preparing publicity concerning new or ongoing recreation offerings.
Ability to elicit community and organization support for programs.
Ability to assist in recruiting, selecting, training, and evaluating part-time and seasonal staff.
Ability to supervise and coordinate the work of lower level staff.
Ability to assist in analyzing and evaluating community needs.
Ability to understand community needs in a variety of recreation areas and evaluate activities according to those needs.
Ability to assist in planning, organizing, and prioritizing tasks.
Ability to exercise sound independent judgment within departmental guidelines.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to interpret and apply the policies, procedures, laws, and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions.
Ability to respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
Ability to assist in the preparation and administration of assigned budget.
Ability to operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Ability to prepare clear and concise schedules and reports.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Responsibilities

Assists in coordinating and overseeing operational activities for assigned recreation programs, services and activities for various ages including youth sports, fee and charge classes, youth and teen afterschool program, senior programs, specialty classes, camps, excursions, special events, and related recreation activities.
Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for providing recreation services.
Assists in recruiting, selecting, training, motivating, and evaluating part-time staff, part-time temporary staff, and volunteers.
Assists in providing staff training.
Works with employees to correct deficiencies; participates in the development and administration of assigned program budget(s).
Participates in planning and organizing special events including ordering supplies and equipment.
Assists the general public in park facility and picnic shelter bookings.
Assists in evaluating community needs and interests.
Assists in recommending new recreation programs to meet community needs.
Assists in promoting and developing marketing campaigns.
Assists in the marketing of assigned recreation programs to the community.
Assists in designing, preparing, and distributing publicity including press releases, brochures, pamphlets, flyers, and printed schedules.
Assists in providing facility management for assigned centers including ensuring facilities are safe and properly maintained.
Maintains inventory of recreational equipment and supplies.
Assists in preparing and maintaining a variety of reports and forms.
Assists in the operation and maintenance of city vehicles.