What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Leader (Lifeguard) I/II/III position at City of Hanford?
JOB
Under general supervision, incumbents assist in recreation work involving sports, community center, playgrounds, pool, ice rink, senior citizens, therapeutic recreation, and cultural events. Incumbents will assist in planning and coordinating recreational activities for various ages and special interest groups. Assist city staff in recreational events and special trips. When assigned to the aquatic facility, this position will be assigned swimming pool duties and be responsible for supervising patrons and enforcing all policies, procedures, and safety regulations related to the operation of the Aquatics Program. When assigned to the ice rink (Winter Wonderland), incumbents may take on the role and responsibilities of an Elf when assigned to the Santa Experience. May perform other duties as related.Incumbents may be required to work evenings and weekends. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Recreation Leader I is the entry-level position in a three-level Recreation Leader series. This position is for recreation employees who do not require previous recreation leadership skills. Employees in this class perform related duties according to established procedures. Various tasks may be assigned, but each step usually follows a pattern established and explained before work starts. Recreation Leader II is the mid-level position in a three-level recreation series. It distinguishes itself by having an increased level of experience, requirements, and responsibilities. The Recreation Leader III may perform professional, recreational work involving staffing and supervising the aquatics program. The lead responsibilities, experience level, and education requirements distinguish this from other part-time recreation classifications.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
RECREATION LEADER IPerforms assigned program duties, concession, and or admission duties.Distributes and collects program equipment and supplies.Records daily attendance and receipts.Performs essential participant safety inspections.Performs general maintenance.Performs related duties as required.RECREATION LEADER IIDirects and assists in planning, scheduling, and instructing recreation programs such as playground, swimming, ice skating, and senior citizen programs.Keeps inventory and receives and maintains recreation equipment.Responsible for communication with the public regarding programs as well as with participants, , and others involved in implementing recreation programs and activities.Responsible for program area safety through supervision and inspection, as well as requests for repairs.May be responsible for the supervision of Recreation Leader I. May perform minor maintenance.Maintains records and prepares reports on program attendance.Performs other duties as related.RECREATION LEADER IIIPlans, organizes, and supervises various programs.Promotes programs and provides information through news releases, flyers, and personal contacts with the public and organizations.Participates in selecting, training, supervising, and evaluating part-time, seasonal, or volunteer staff.Coordinates scheduling of facilities and services for assigned programs.Establishes and enforces standards to protect spectators, participants, and employees.Collects and deposits money from concession and admissions.Purchases and delivers equipment and supplies for programs.Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The screening of applicaitons will consist of a competitive assessment of relevant education, training, and work experience to be followed by a written examination and/or an interview before an Oral Board to determine the most qualified candidates. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to an interview, and the decision of the screening committee is final. Those candidates who are determined eligible for appointment to the position will be placed on the City’s Certified Eligibility List. Applicants will receive written notification regarding the results of all phases of the recruitment process up to the establishment of the Eligibility List, if applicable.
Under general supervision, incumbents assist in recreation work involving sports, community center, playgrounds, pool, ice rink, senior citizens, therapeutic recreation, and cultural events. Incumbents will assist in planning and coordinating recreational activities for various ages and special interest groups. Assist city staff in recreational events and special trips. When assigned to the aquatic facility, this position will be assigned swimming pool duties and be responsible for supervising patrons and enforcing all policies, procedures, and safety regulations related to the operation of the Aquatics Program. When assigned to the ice rink (Winter Wonderland), incumbents may take on the role and responsibilities of an Elf when assigned to the Santa Experience. May perform other duties as related.Incumbents may be required to work evenings and weekends. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Recreation Leader I is the entry-level position in a three-level Recreation Leader series. This position is for recreation employees who do not require previous recreation leadership skills. Employees in this class perform related duties according to established procedures. Various tasks may be assigned, but each step usually follows a pattern established and explained before work starts. Recreation Leader II is the mid-level position in a three-level recreation series. It distinguishes itself by having an increased level of experience, requirements, and responsibilities. The Recreation Leader III may perform professional, recreational work involving staffing and supervising the aquatics program. The lead responsibilities, experience level, and education requirements distinguish this from other part-time recreation classifications.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
RECREATION LEADER IPerforms assigned program duties, concession, and or admission duties.Distributes and collects program equipment and supplies.Records daily attendance and receipts.Performs essential participant safety inspections.Performs general maintenance.Performs related duties as required.RECREATION LEADER IIDirects and assists in planning, scheduling, and instructing recreation programs such as playground, swimming, ice skating, and senior citizen programs.Keeps inventory and receives and maintains recreation equipment.Responsible for communication with the public regarding programs as well as with participants, , and others involved in implementing recreation programs and activities.Responsible for program area safety through supervision and inspection, as well as requests for repairs.May be responsible for the supervision of Recreation Leader I. May perform minor maintenance.Maintains records and prepares reports on program attendance.Performs other duties as related.RECREATION LEADER IIIPlans, organizes, and supervises various programs.Promotes programs and provides information through news releases, flyers, and personal contacts with the public and organizations.Participates in selecting, training, supervising, and evaluating part-time, seasonal, or volunteer staff.Coordinates scheduling of facilities and services for assigned programs.Establishes and enforces standards to protect spectators, participants, and employees.Collects and deposits money from concession and admissions.Purchases and delivers equipment and supplies for programs.Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The screening of applicaitons will consist of a competitive assessment of relevant education, training, and work experience to be followed by a written examination and/or an interview before an Oral Board to determine the most qualified candidates. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to an interview, and the decision of the screening committee is final. Those candidates who are determined eligible for appointment to the position will be placed on the City’s Certified Eligibility List. Applicants will receive written notification regarding the results of all phases of the recruitment process up to the establishment of the Eligibility List, if applicable.
