RECREATION SERVICES LEADER

Responsibilities

• Develops, plans, promotes, implements and reviews a wide range of recreational programs, activities and special events.
• Develops public relations strategies and promotional materials.
• Provides set up, breakdown, and organization of meeting, program, and event areas as needed.
• Provides customer service by accommodating the needs of the public utilizing the facility.
• Assists with all City wide special events.
• Assists with Kid's Day Off, Winter Wonderland and Spring Break Programs.
• Assists with the planning and implementation of the Summer Recreation Camp Program.
• Affords assistance with the collection of fees, charges and deposits for classes and special events; and to close out and balance all monies.
• Executes purchase orders authorized by the department director.
• Performs registration, refunds, reports through Rec Trac Computer System.
• Performs playground and facility safety checks.
• Performs clerical duties, as position requires.

Requirements

• Considerable knowledge and experience working within a community center atmosphere.
• Somewhat knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of public recreation programs and needs of various age groups.
• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of proper telephone etiquette and procedures.
• Knowledge of computer hardware and software.
• Knowledge of server systems and their support.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, prioritize work assignments and work independently.
• Ability to train system users in an individual and classroom setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to develop positive interest by leading groups in recreation activities.
• Ability to plan and supervise Kid's Day Off Programs, Special Events, and assist with the planning and implementation of the Summer Recreation Camp Program.
• Ability to create and conduct classes (i.e., arts and crafts, cooking classes, etc.) for children adults and teens.
• Ability to perform routine building maintenance such as, scrub, mop, vacuum, sweep floors, clean office areas and restrooms.
• Ability to learn basic computer skills as well as Vermont Systems Rec Trac Registration Program.
• Ability to perform monetary transactions; close out and balance cash register at end of shift.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, to accommodate the facility's needs and assist in special events during the year.
• Ability to perform playground and facility safety checks.
• Ability to maintain relatively complex records and to prepare accurate reports from such records.
• Ability to operate a City vehicle and possess the required license.
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other city employees and the general public.

Qualifications

• High School or GED
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree

Desirable Experience And Training

• Associates Degree in Recreation or a closely related field with experience in recreational programs dealing with a wide range of age groups.
• Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training may be considered.

LiveScan Fingerprint Process

• Incumbents in this job class are required to undergo a Level 2 Background Screening as required by the State of Florida.

Probationary Period

• All new employees serve a one (1) year probationary period from date of hire.

Other Work Experience

Please indicate any other work experience you have had you believe is relevant for this position?

Veterans Preference

• If you answered "Yes" to Veterans Preference above, did you attach your DD-214 - MEMBER 4 form, the Veterans' Preference Certification, FDVA form VP-1 and, if applicable, other certification forms. Please see Veterans Preference link on the Employment page for additional information.
• Failure to attach these documents will result in no Veterans Preference being given.

Driver's License

• Do you possess a valid driver's license?