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Title

Recreation Leader (Open Positions: 4)

Type

Parks,Recreation and Natural Resources

Date Posted

2023-11-27

City / Organization

Apache Junction, AZ

Website

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Description

Positions: 4)

Closes On: January 25, 2024 at 01:11 PM MST

Location: Parks & Recreation, Apache Junction, AZ
Department: Parks & Recreation
Job Status: Part-Time
Rate of Pay: $14.65 - $15.40
Details: Parks and Recreation is looking for energetic individuals who are looking to work part time at our Multi-Generational Center. Hours vary, but are generally evening shifts, and Saturday hours. Requisition will remain open until all positions are filled.

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Job Description

Assists 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. Receives general instruction but applies specialized skills and training in conducting recreational activities.

Job Responsibilities

Supervise and participate in the issuance, use, care and maintenance of recreation supplies and equipment. Plan, organize and lead a wide variety of recreational activities at schools, parks, Multi-Gen Center and other recreational areas. Lead and supervise groups of individuals in organized play in a variety of sporting events and contests. Assist in the scheduling, operation, set-up and daily maintenance of City facilities. Inspect recreation areas, facilities and equipment to insure the safety of participants and spectators. Participate in the preparation of ball fields to include putting out bases, chalking lines and operating lighting system. Perform a variety of routine clerical work including filing, billing, checking and recording information on record, receptionist, telephones, cashiering and customer service. Supervise sports leagues through time keeping, score keeping, evaluating officials and recording league results. Communicate effectively with co-workers, parents, program participants, coaches, officials and volunteers. Assist in supervision of lower level recreation staff and Volunteers; when assigned to the Multi-Gen Center assist in operation and supervision of various recreational activities including fitness equipment, climbing wall and pre-school aged children program activities. Provide support for access to programs, buildings and services. Create and maintain a safe environment for staff and participants. 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.

Other Information/License, Certifications, Etc

Candidates who are selected for appointment may be fingerprinted, if 18 or older; successfully complete a background investigation, employment verification and may be subject to a drug/alcohol test, medical, polygraph and/or psychological evaluation. Candidates who are appointed will be required to possess a valid driver’s license to operate a vehicle in Arizona, or meet the transportation needs of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Demonstrated Knowledge of: City and Department procedures, policies and guidelines; Arizona Revised Statutes. 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. Skill in: 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. Working with little or no supervision. Providing training and functional supervision to lower level recreation staff and volunteers.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be seventeen (17) years of age and have experience in recreation, education, fitness, sports, aquatics, or any customer service field.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

Work is performed in a standard indoor environment and may include working out of doors in high temperatures. May require frequent sitting and operation of a personal computer. Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, balance, crawl, run and lift or move up to 50 pounds. May require attending off site and outdoor activities, requires operation of a vehicle. May work a flexible schedule which includes nights, weekends, holidays and extended hours.

Job Post Expiration Date January 25, 2025

All jobs posted are considered open until filled and may close at anytime except as stated in the Job Description. .