Recreation Leader 1 (Recreation)

The Recreation Leader 1 is responsible for working with the Recreation Community Center Director to plan, develop, schedule, and implement approved programming offered at Citiparks’ Recreation Community Centers. These activities include, but are not limited to: physical and leisure activities, organized sports, afterschool educational programming, non-physical activities, food/meal service, social activities, music, and fine arts and crafts. The Recreation Leader 1 works collaboratively with community members to ensure that recreation programs address community issues, concerns, and/or needs while assisting with the implementation of the department's plan.

Department: Parks & Recreation
Salary: $41,200 per year.
Posting Type: Announcement/Bid
Union: This position is included in the Recreation Teacher's Union, Service Employees International Union, Local #668, meet and discuss unit and will be filled in accordance with the provisions of the Memorandum of Understanding.
Union Bid Form: None required. Your application for this position will serve as your union bid form.
Civil Service Classification: Non-Competitive.

General Application Requirements:

You must submit or show proof of all of the following at the time of filing your application (unless otherwise indicated below) or your application will be disqualified.  Disqualifications based on any of these General Application Requirements are not subject to a Civil Service appeal.

• Applicants must submit a complete application including education, work experience, a resume (if applicable) and completed supplemental questions.
• Pennsylvania Act 153 Clearance prior to appointment.
• Applicants must become residents of the City of Pittsburgh prior to employment and remain a resident throughout employment.
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• A current, valid Class C Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Operator's License is required to be presented and verified prior to appointment to the position and must be maintained throughout employment.  Written requests for accommodation on the basis of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act will be considered by the Department of Human Resources and Civil Service on an individual basis.

NOTE: The City of Pittsburgh, as a matter of policy, conducts pre-employment and promotional background investigations on all candidates being considered for positions.  The background investigation includes but is not limited to criminal background, driver's license and City of Pittsburgh real estate tax payments. Candidates may be disqualified from consideration for employment based on the results of their background investigation (as it relates to the job for which the applicant is being considered).

NOTE: Candidates being considered for employment will be required to submit official transcripts to verify their post-secondary education (college/university, trade school, etc.) prior to being hired by the City of Pittsburgh.  Transcripts must be submitted at the time of any/each job interview you have with the City of Pittsburgh.

Qualifying Requirements:

Your City of Pittsburgh application will be reviewed and your work experience and education/training will be evaluated to determine if you meet the qualifying eligibility requirements listed below for this position.  You will be sent an eligibility letter regarding your eligible/ineligible status.

• WORK EXPERIENCE: The application must clearly show one (1) year of full-time experience in recreation programming, curriculum implementation, teaching, or a related field. (Less than full-time experience will be calculated on a pro-rated basis).
• EDUCATION/TRAINING: The application must clearly show an Associate's Degree from a fully accredited institution in Education, Social Service, Recreation, Community Recreation, Leisure Studies, Theater Arts or a related field. A Teaching Certification is a plus. (See NOTE under the General Application Requirements Section above regarding the verification of education/training).   
• EQUIVALENCY: Education/training and/or related work experience may be substituted on a year for year basis if the application clearly shows the required number of years to meet the Total Qualifying Requirement for this position (based on the sum of work experience and education/training listed above). The Total Qualifying Requirement is three (3) years. (See NOTE under the General Application Requirements Section above regarding the verification of education/training).

If you meet the qualifying requirements listed above, you will be sent a letter of admission (when applicable) for the following examination(s).  You must pass the written and/or performance examination(s) in order to have your name placed on the official Civil Service eligibility list for this position.  Candidates who receive job offers must pass a medical examination (when applicable) prior to start date.

• Written: None required for this position.
• Performance: None required for this position.
• Medical: Required.

• Assists in the planning, development and implementation of approved recreation center programming. These activities include physical, leisure and non-physical activities, but are not limited to physical and leisure activities, organized sports, afterschool educational programming, non-physical activities, food/meal service, social activities, music, and fine arts and crafts, to meet the needs of our constituency within the City, the Recreation/Community Center and Park Facilities. 
• Demonstrates excellence in customer service. 
• Assists with city-wide special events as assigned. 
• Assists with overseeing daily activities and participants while maintaining structured and organized programs, preventing accidents/incidents and responding to emergency situations. 
• Assists with the implementation of Citiparks youth programs such as summer camps, afterschool, and Rec2Tech. 
• Assists with the distribution of afterschool and summer meals and secures the required ServSafe Food certifications/certificates. 
• Performs daily janitorial and maintenance activity and adheres to City/County code requirements. 
• Reports all accidental injuries occurring at recreation center in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Provides a safe and secure environment for youth and adult members and enforces the Citiparks center rules to ensure member safety. 
• Acts as a liaison with community organizations regarding approved programs and/or events; works collaboratively with community schools, interest groups and sponsors to develop programs that result in stronger community development and networks. 
• May direct the work of and provide technical assistance to part-time volunteers and/or seasonal personnel as assigned. 
• Participates in professional development and training programs, including but not limited to: CPR, AED, and First Aid. 
• Ensures that duties are performed in accordance with established City, County, state and/or federal laws, rules, and regulations. 
• Submits requisitions for equipment needs and reports property damage and/or maintenance problems in accordance with established policies and procedures. 
• Administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid to victims in distress as needed. 
• Assists in the maintenance and development of the recreation center program and scheduling/permit calendar. 
• Assists in the handling and logging of program revenues and expenditures as needed. 
• Plans, develops, directs, coordinates, organizes, and controls the materials, equipment, and personnel under jurisdiction toward the effective, efficient and economical attainment of program goals, including maximum convenience to the public and safety of employees.
• Manages area of responsibility in strict accordance with applicable laws, regulations and established policy including union agreements to ensure fair and standardized treatment of employees. 
• Performs activities and functions of personnel as needed and performs related tasks and duties as requested. 
• Works weekends, evenings and holidays, as might be required.

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Salary : $41,200