Senior Recreation Leader

About the role

Positions assigned to this class assist with the planning, operation and supervision of various recreational activities including adult and youth sports, aquatics, cultural events, outdoor activities, special events, Multi-Gen Center operations, contract classes and senior services. Performs complex and difficult duties to include providing supervision and direction to Recreation staff and program participants.

Responsibilities

• Participate in preparing programs and event publicity including news releases, flyers, pamphlets and brochures.
• Supervise and participate in the issuance, use, care and maintenance of recreation supplies and equipment.
• Aid in the scheduling, operation, set-up and daily maintenance of City facilities.
• Inspect recreation areas, facilities and equipment to ensure the safety of participants and spectators.
• Plan, organize and direct a wide variety of recreational activities at schools, parks, Multi-Gen Center, senior services/programs and other recreational areas.
• Assist in the training, supervision and evaluation of lower-level Recreation Leaders, Volunteers and Contract staff; prioritize and assign tasks for Recreation staff.
• Create and maintain a safe environment for staff and participants.
• May assist in operation and supervision of various recreational activities including but not limited to the operation of fitness equipment, climbing wall, programs and activities for pre-school and seniors.
• Support the City’s policies, goals and objectives and work with management and other staff to ethically achieve such goals and objectives; ensure compliance with safety procedures.

Requirements

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED, and one (1) year paid fulltime experience in a recreation or education related field that includes climbing wall use, fitness, sports, aquatics, arts & crafts, or youth, teen or senior programming, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge City and Department procedures, policies and guidelines;
• AZ Revised Statutes;
• Federal employment laws;
• Basic principles and practices of recreation program development;
• Rules and regulations governing various competitive athletic games;
• Basic first aid;
• Procedures and protocols for injury prevention and reporting;
• Regulations and rules for safely operating recreation equipment;
• Proper safety equipment to use during various activities.

Skills

• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with coworkers and other individuals in contact during the course of work;
• Communicating clearly and concisely;
• Implementing, supervising and evaluating a variety of recreation programs;
• Providing quality customer service.

Benefits

The City of Apache Junction offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and some part-time positions.

Pay

Salary: $19.07 - $27.61 Hourly

Schedule

Job Type: Part-Time