Recreation Leader (Seasonal)

Responsibilities

• Determine group interests, evaluate equipment and facilities, and adapt activities to meet participant needs.
• Greet new arrivals to activities, introducing them to other participants, explaining facility rules, and encouraging participation.
• Explain principles, techniques, and safety procedures to participants in recreational activities, and demonstrate use of materials and equipment.
• Plan, organize, promote and conduct a wide range of recreation activities and events.
• Write advertising and promotional materials to stimulate participation and support for recreational activities and events.
• Schedule maintenance and use of facilities. Coordinate use of facilities to prevent individuals from interfering with one another.
• Collect fees, if applicable. Inform players of rules concerning conduct or equipment and enforce rules.
• Supervise activities. Enforce rules and regulations of recreational facilities in order to maintain discipline and ensure safety.
• Promote and maintain good public relations and customer service. Assist with recreation programs, classes and activities as needed.
• Render emergency first aid and CPR according to prescribed procedures, and notify emergency medical personnel when necessary.
• Patrol facilities to detect damage to facilities and report damages to appropriate authority.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalency preferred.
• Activities Certification a plus.
• Knowledge of a variety of recreational activities and the ability to communicate that ability into organized recreational activities.
• Basic first aid and CPR procedures.
• Methods of supervising recreation activities.
• Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with staff and public.
• Competent in communication, creativity, innovation, customer service, interpersonal skills, planning, problem solving, and teamwork.
• Ability to lift 50 -- 100 lbs following appropriate safety procedures.
• Work in an upright standing position for long periods of time.
• Be able to work in various positions, including, but not limited to, stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling and squatting for extended periods of time.
• Be able to reach overhead.
• Work in different environmental working conditions (e.g. heat, cold, wind, rain, humidity).
• Be able to lift, pull and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks.
• Repeat various motions with the wrists, hands and fingers.
• Have full range of mobility in upper and lower body.

What We Offer

• Full comprehensive benefits to include your choice of multiple medical plans, dental, and vision.
• Time off benefits, paid holidays, and a 401k with company match.
• Occasional travel may be required to attend training and other company functions.

Compensation

$17.00 - $17.50 per hour

Disclaimer

This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties, and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Alternative Selection Process or Reasonable Accommodations

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