Recreation Leader I

Applications are invited for the part-time, casual position of Recreation Leader I for Churchill County Parks and Recreation's after-school (CARE) and summer (SumFun) programs. The duties include designing the program, implementing activities which meet the program's goals, assisting in the selection, training and supervision of staff, supervising children in program activities and working with children and parents on a regular basis. If you've had at least 6 months experience leading youth recreational activities, this may be the opportunity you've been looking for to take the next step, assume more responsibilities, and show what you can do. It means not waiting for others to tell you what you need to do, but instead, taking the lead and making decisions. You must be willing to accept the responsibility of supervising other employees. 

The person who is selected for this position will be scheduled to work 20-25 hours per week, typically Monday through Friday.  Hours and days may be adjusted to meet the needs of the participants.  There are no retirement or county health benefits.

Churchill County is accepting applications online at www.churchillcounty.org/careers. Applications will continue to be received until the positions are filled. Please be sure to include work and volunteer experience that is applicable to the position. Applications will be reviewed based on the description for the position and we need to see whether applicants have experience with children. 

Position Summary: Under general supervision, performs routine public contact and leads children and/or adults in recreational activities; and performs other work as assigned.

Distinguishing Characteristics: Recreation Leader I is an entry level class – it is distinguished from the Recreation Leader II by the amount of experience and training.  Employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience.  

This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.  It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent.  Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

• Demonstrates regular, reliable and punctual attendance.
• Assists in the selection and training of other staff in the recreation programs.
• Leads recreational activities for participants; instructs participants and staff to aid their understanding of the activities; addresses concerns of participants and members of the public; deals effectively with the public on a regular basis.
• Performs routine maintenance and custodial functions; maintains facilities and equipment in a neat and orderly condition.  
• Maintains an orderly atmosphere among the participants and staff in the program.
• Attends meetings and training sessions as required.

• Minimum age of 18 is preferred.
• American Red Cross CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain certification in a timely manner. 
• Experience working with elementary school age children preferred.
• Experience in recreation activities or a related field is preferred.
• Ability to motivate and stimulate children to participate in recreational activities.
• Current Nevada driver's license required with good driving record.
• Any combination of education and/or experience that could likely provide the desired knowledge and abilities.

Frequent, walking, sitting, talking and hearing.  Occasional use of hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.  Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling.  Occasional lifting and/or moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
 
Work environment includes exposure to outside weather conditions, including high and low temperatures.  Frequent contact with members of the public.  The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet while in the office and moderately loud when in the field.

Conditions of Employment

1. Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
2. New employees are required to submit to a background investigation and if hired for a safety-sensitive position, a drug/alcohol screen.  Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug/alcohol screen (if applicable). 
3. Churchill County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS, with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.  All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment.  Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made.

Salary : $15