PT Seasonal Senior Recreation Leader

City of Delray Beach • Fl 33444, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Assist in planning, organizing, developing, and supervising activities for participants of varying ages. Supervise specified Recreation Leader staff members. Work is performed under general supervision and falls under the direction of Parks and Recreation. Working special events on holidays, nights, and weekends will be required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED certification.
• At least 2 years of verifiable supervisory experience in childcare, recreation programming or related field OR AA Degree diploma or above with one (1) year of verifiable supervisory experience in a related or unrelated field.
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License with a good driving record.
• Must possess or obtain CPR, AED, and First Aid Certification within 30 days of hire.
• Applicants selected for positions covered under this requirement must successfully complete all required background screening procedures prior to employment and may be subject to ongoing screening requirements during their employment.
• Ability to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies.
• Ability to be appropriately groomed and attired so as to present a professional image in accordance with the organization’s mission, goals, and policies.
• Ability to report for work promptly and properly prepared at the time and place required by the assignment or orders.
• Ability to notify the appropriate supervisor of intended absences in accordance with stated rules.
• Ability to conform with standards and rules regarding use of accrued time.
• Ability to demonstrate a polite, helpful, and courteous manner when engaged in any activity with the public.
• Ability to operate and care for equipment to manufacturer’s specifications and/or within the specified parameters.
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the public and colleagues.

Nice To Haves

• Child Development Accreditation preferred for Out of School positions.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and supervises various recreational activities, games, programs, field trips, events, and sporting activities for age groups between pre-school aged to senior citizens.
• Supervise a specified group of participants (adults and children), indoors and outdoors, some with special needs.
• Provide and maintain a safe environment for the participants and complete injury and/or incident reports, as required.
• Conduct Crisis Response Drills, Fire Drills, and all emergency preparedness procedures.
• Foster positive employee relations and employee morale on a City-wide basis.
• Drive recreation van on required field trips as may be required.
• Be available to work four (4) mandatory special events (July 4th, Tree Lighting, Holiday Parade, and St Patrick’s Parade).

Benefits

• The City of Delray Beach does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability, marital status, family status or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services.
• Non-Tobacco Workplace: The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco or nicotine products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED