RECREATION LEADER I

**INTERNAL CANDIDATES: BE ADVISED THIS POSITION IS A GRADE 6**

Under supervision, plans, coordinates and assists with recreation center programs that meet the recreation needs of the community. Assists in supervising the work of seasonal personnel as assigned. Reports to the Recreation Site Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Plans, coordinates and implements recreational activities and events that meet the needs of the community, which may include but are not limited to after-school programs, field trips, sporting leagues, special events, various classes, and other recreational programming.
• Organizes and supervises activities and games; directly supervises and interacts with children during programs; ensures proper behavior and resolves conflicts as required.
• Registers customers for programs; receives, receipts and records program payments.
• Staffs special events as scheduled.
• May transport children to and from events/games as required.
• Orders and/or prepares warehouse requisitions for equipment and supplies as needed.
• Sets up staging, tables and chairs, decorations, etc., for events and meetings as required; makes arrangements for refreshments as necessary.
• Solicits donations and sponsorships from local businesses and organizations.
• Assists in managing facility rentals.
• Assists in distributing publicity materials as required.
• Prepares and maintains required records and reports in a timely and accurate manner.
• Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns and complaints of customers and the general public.
• Monitors facility and equipment for safety and proper condition; prepares work orders for maintenance work as needed.  
• Performs general housekeeping and light maintenance work as required.
• Performs general office duties as required, including attending meetings, preparing reports and correspondence, entering computer data, copying and filing documents, faxing information, answering the telephone, assembling materials, etc.  
• Receives, reviews, prepares and/or submits various records and reports including maintenance reports, incident/accident reports, purchase orders, charts, timecards, memos, correspondence, etc.
• May operate City vehicles, including a 15-passenger van, and a variety of equipment such as a computer, printer, typewriter, risograph, audio-visual equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, laminator, binder, etc.
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, co-workers, other City personnel, sales representatives, children participants and their parent’s/family members, community organizations, school personnel, and the general public.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in recreation programming and operations.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• May require childcare, child safety training.
• Must be able to obtain First Aid and CPR certification within ninety (90) days of hire.
• Must possess a valid state of Florida driver's license.
• Employee shall be subject to annual HRS background screening and a health physical bi-annually.

It is the responsibility of the candidate to maintain their licenses and/or certifications as a job requirement.

Emergency Management Responsibilities:

Note:  During emergency conditions, all City of Miramar employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. City of Miramar employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.

Salary : $34,257 - $49,963