Recreation Leader

SUNRISE RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION

JOB TITLE: Recreation Leader (Part-Time)

DIVISION: Recreation and Community Services

CLASS DEFINITION:

Incumbents in the Recreation Leader classification assists in the promotion and implementation of assigned recreation programs and services such as: adult and youth sports, senior activities, pre-school and day care activities, low organization games and special events; opens, maintains and closes and secures assigned facilities and monitors use during scheduled events; inspects facilities and sports and recreation equipment to identify and recommend repairs and/or maintenance required and supplies needed; distributes public service announcements, flyers and other marketing materials to promote designated recreation programs; provides scorekeeping for adult and youth sporting events; promotes and ensures safety procedures are followed by participants, staff and spectators; responds to requests for information pertinent to District recreation programs and services and refers customer issues and complaints to appropriate District staff for resolution; completes all required records and reports required by policy and/or regulation; performs special tasks as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

Incumbents in the Recreation Leader classification are part-time employees and do not automatically confer permanent employment status. Work hours assigned on an as-needed basis, depending on operational needs. Hours may vary from week to week and will not exceed 20 hours per week. A minimum number of weekly hours is not guaranteed.

Incumbents assist with the promotion and implementation of assigned recreation programs and activities and perform routine customer service duties that require good organization, effective communication and moderate problem-solving skills. The Recreation Leader classification is distinguished from the Recreation Coordinator classification by the performance of routine work of limited complexity with limited latitude for independent judgment and action.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED:

The Recreation Leader classification receives general supervision within a framework of established policies and procedures from a Recreation Services Manager or Senior Recreation Coordinator or designee and may provide lead direction of assigned part-time employees and volunteers.

EXAMPLE OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to the following:

· Assists with the promotion and implementation of assigned recreation programs and activities.

· Distributes social media announcements, flyers and other marketing materials to promote designated recreation programs and services.

· Opens, inspects, prepares, maintains and closes and secures assigned recreation, facilities and monitors use during scheduled events.

· Inspects sports and recreation equipment and reports repairs and supplies needed.

· Performs light housekeeping tasks as needed, such as sweeping, mopping and wiping down surfaces to ensure facilities are ready for renters.

· Meets with renters to inspect and document condition of facility before and after it is used.

· Responds to requests for information relative to District recreation programs and services and refers customer issues and complaints to appropriate District staff for resolution.

· Sets up and takes down scorekeeping equipment for assigned adult and/or youth sports events; gathers and accurately records player and team information and individual and team scores and submits information to appropriate Recreation Division Staff.

· Promotes and ensures safety procedures are followed by participants, staff and spectators.

· Completes all required records and reports required by policy and/or regulation.

· Performs special tasks as assigned and other job-related duties as required.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical path to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Education and Experience Guidelines:

- Equivalent to the completion of the tenth (10th) grade and at least six months of volunteer or paid work experience in the field of parks and recreation, youth programming or customer service is desirable.

Knowledge of:

- technical aspects of assigned recreational program area

- rules and scorekeeping procedures for specific sport being scored

- techniques of effective interpersonal communication

- standard first aid practices

Ability to:

- maintain positive relationships with co-workers, volunteers and program participants

- follow oral and written directions from supervisor and/or lead worker

- learn, understand and explain District and program policies, rules and procedures

- learn the laws, rules and regulations relative to recreation programs and services

- ensure the safety, maintenance and security of assigned recreation facilities

- legibly complete a variety of routine records and reports

- work on weekends and holidays as needed

- set up booths, hang banners, move furniture and/or carry supplies for special events

- effectively communicate orally and in writing

- establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during the

performance of work duties and responsibilities

- perform essential duties of job without causing harm to self or others

Licenses/Certification Required:

- Current certification in Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR and AED is desirable

- Possession of a valid California driver’s license (Class C) and a satisfactory driving record

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Environmental Conditions:

The essential duties of this job are performed in a temperature-controlled office environment and frequently, dependent upon assignment, in a recreation facility or in an outdoor environment on slippery wet surfaces with exposure to varying climate and temperature conditions, sun, dust, constant loud noise and continuous contact with program/event participants, spectators and other District staff. Incumbents frequently travel in a vehicle to various sites and may be required to set up booths, move furniture and carry supplies and equipment for special events. Incumbents work various shifts including weekends and evenings.

Physical Conditions:

Essential duties of this job require the ability to frequently: sit for extended periods; use both hands, legs and feet to climb ladders, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, stand, and walk; maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling on wet, slippery surfaces; use finger dexterity; grasp objects using fingers and palm of hand; feel the attributes of objects by touch; speak to verbally exchange information; hear to receive detailed verbal information; see to within one foot to fifty yards and differentiate basic colors and shades of color; use hands and arms to reach in any direction; and on a daily basis lift objects weighing up to 30 pounds, carry objects weighing between 5 to 10 pounds; push objects weighing between 15 and 20 pounds, pull objects weighing up to 20 pounds and reach for objects weighing up to 5 pounds

OTHER:

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an inclusive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of incumbents. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Drafted: 02/23/2012

Edited: 03/22/2012

Edited: 11/06/2026