Recreation Services Leader II

JOB SUMMARY:
Under limited supervision, oversees recreation programs offered by the Parks and Recreation department. Recreation Leader II will work closely with other Parks and Recreation staff to oversee programs and provide recreational activity support including but not limited to Youth and Adult sports, community events, community gardens, senior programming, and the SLO Skate Park.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:
This is the journey-level class in the Recreation Services series. Recreation Leader II staff oversee recreation activities in connection with a specific recreation services program or functional area in support of community, recreational, or park facilities; and performs related work as required. This class is distinguished from Recreation Services Leader I by the former’s ability to be competent and independent to perform the full range of duties and to provide work direction to incumbents in the Recreation Services Leader I classification.SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Receives general supervision from assigned Parks and Recreation Department staff. May provide work direction to incumbents in the Recreation Services Leader I classification.EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks that may be found in positions of this class.)

• Leads, teaches, and conducts diversified recreation activities at various recreational facilities, including parks, and schools.
• Assists in planning and conducting community events, general programs, sets up and takes down tables, chairs, and equipment for classes, activities, events, and meetings as needed.
• Conducts safety checks of, unlocks, opens, takes entrance fees (if applicable) for, and staffs various facilities.
• Works with registration and facilities reservations software and maintains databases.
• Oversees recreational programs for children and adults.
• Potential to perform general office duties, including basic cashiering, answering the telephone, greeting patrons, light typing, data entry, copying, and filing; prepares flyers, calendars, and other routine publicity; prepares routine reports of participation and activities.
• Maintains recreational facilities, storage sites, and other work areas in a clean and orderly condition, including securing equipment and materials at the close of the workday; opens, closes, and secures buildings for events.
• Issues and collects recreation equipment and supplies.
• Responds to patrons' needs for assistance or information.
• Observes safe work methods and makes appropriate use of related safety equipment as required.
• Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions.
• Maintains accurate logs and records of work performed and materials and equipment used; may write reports.
• Performs related duties similar to the above in scope and function as required. 

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:

• Safety principles and practices, including basic first aid and adult and/or child cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) methods.
• Organizational and planning skills as well as the policies and procedures of the Parks and Recreation Department.
• Basic computer skills
• English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.
• Techniques for effectively dealing with individuals of various ages, various ethnic groups, and effectively representing the City in contacts with the public. 
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors and City staff.

Ability to:

• Learn to work independently while supervising facilities and user groups.
• Learn, understand, and apply facility use policies and procedures.
• Provide courteous assistance to diverse internal and external patrons.
• Engage with diverse populations and maintain an inclusive environment.
• Lift and move tables and chairs and arranging facilities for community events and/or meetings. 
• Remain flexible and adapt as job responsibilities change.
• Handle medical emergencies and injuries in a calm and effective manner, including providing basic first aid and adult and/or child cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
• Maintain facilities and equipment in a clean, safe, and secure manner.
• Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and software programs.
• Maintain accurate logs, records, and basic written records of work performed.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate effectively in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Follow the program guidelines and perform to department standards.
• Will be required to work evenings and weekends. 
• Occasionally lift and carry equipment and materials weighing up to 35 pounds.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
One year of experience overseeing recreation programs.
Demonstrated experience working in direct supervision and implementing activities for youth and teens preferred.

POSSESSION AND MAINTENANCE OF:

• Current American Red Cross First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate for infant, child, and adult or ability to obtain within 3 months of employment.

 
THIS POSITION WILL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING BEFORE A FINAL OFFER IS MADE:

• Livescan Fingerprinting (DOJ & FBI)

Salary : $19 - $23