Recreation Leader III

Hiring a Recreation Leader III (Facilities Attendant)

Under direction, oversees recreation facilities and/or serves as a site administrator over an assigned program or facility usage; assists in providing highly responsible and complex staff assistance to their supervisor; and performs related work as required.
 
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives direction from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises lead direction over lower-level staff

Class Characteristics
This is the advanced journey-level classification in the Recreation Leader series. This class is distinguished from the Recreation Leader II by the responsibility for overseeing a facility usage or service or serving as a site administrator.Examples of ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
 
All Areas

• Leads and trains lower level and new staff.
• Coordinates day-to-day facility operations.
• Answers the more complex inquiries, provides information, and assists customers.
• Provides highly responsible and complex staff assistance to assigned supervisor. 
• Ensures customers receive complete information about facility usage, programs and activities and any applicable policies and regulations.
• Ensures department personnel policies and procedures are followed.
• Types and proofreads outgoing correspondence for accuracy, completeness, correct English usage, grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Monitors and supervises the activities of patrons of all ages at various sites.
• Prepares incident, accident, and monthly reports for various sites. 
• Assists with the coordination and supervision of city-wide events. 
• Attends regular staff meetings.
• Oversees the issuance and collection of recreation equipment and supplies to program participants; oversees the set up for various program activities.
• Prepares budgets, schedules, and reports as needed. 
• Performs billing, invoicing, and accounts receivable as needed. 
• Serves as liaison to supervisory staff, employees, the general public, and program participants.
• Interacts effectively and courteously with City employees, clients and members of the public.
• Demonstrates effective leadership and instructional skills in area of responsibility.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of programs and facilities provided to the public.  
• Ensures social media sites and websites are current and engaging.
• Interacts effectively and courteously with City employees, clients and members of the public. 
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of: 

• Operations, services, and activities of recreation programs. 
• Principles of lead supervision and training.
• Principles and practices of conflict management.
• Correct English usage, including spelling and grammar.
• Safety principles and practices.  
• Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
• City policies and procedures.
• Facilities, scheduling, oversight, management, and general maintenance.
• Principles and practices of monitoring and tracking fees and payments for facility usage.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work, including word processing, database, and spreadsheet software.

Ability to:

• Oversee facility usage or service or serve as a site administrator over facilities.
• Lead, organize, and review the work of staff.
• Work cooperatively and communicate with the public and employees in an enthusiastic and constructive manner.
• Be a positive role model for staff and participants and exercise good appearance, attitude, speech, and body language.
• Assist program staff and remain calm during emergencies.
• Oversee and monitor large groups during indoor and outdoor activities. 
• Demonstrate problem solving skills. 
• Exercise flexibility regarding working with varying personalities, age groups and work schedules.
• Understand and adhere to City policies and procedures.
• Assist with budget preparation and administration.
• Prioritize and handle multiple tasks. 
• Schedule and coordinate volunteers.
• Manage and maintain structure in facility usage. 
• Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs. 
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. 
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. 

Education and Experience
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Recreation Leader III
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, and one years of experience working in recreation programs; completion of course work in specialized education in a related field, is preferred.
 
Special Requirements
 All Levels:

• Positions in this classification independently travel within and outside of City limits to fulfill the assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Positions in this classification require a willingness and ability to work flexible hours and occasional weekends.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate can interact and engage with children, parents, and fellow city staff. Our ideal candidate can also accept each new challenge with a positive attitude and look for solutions that are rewarding for both participants and staff.

Licenses and Certifications
Possession of, or ability to obtain, CPR/AED certificates.
 
Physical Demands
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office and field environment and use standard office equipment, including a computer; frequently required to walk, stand, sit, talk, and hear; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen and close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Positions in this classification occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; lift and/or move moderate to heavy amounts of weight.

Environmental Elements
Employees work in an office environment and field environment with moderate noise levels, occasionally varied temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply online today! All completed applications will be reviewed. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview. This recruitment may close with little to no notice.

The City of Albany is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against race, color, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sex origin or disability. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, should special accommodations be necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department at (510) 528-5715 a minimum of five days prior to the examination.  

Salary : $19 - $25