What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Leader position at City of Syracuse?
***Equal Opportunity Employer***
***Women and Minority Applicants are encouraged to apply.***
**City of Syracuse residency will be required.**
**If you are not a resident, you have six (6) months from your date of hire to establish residency.**
THIS IS A COMPETITIVE CIVIL SERVICE POSITION. APPOINTMENT WILL BE MADE ON A PROVISIONAL BASIS UNTIL THE EXAM RESULTS ARE POSTED. YOU MUST BE REACHABLE FOR PERMANENT APPOINTMENT.
The City of Syracuse Department of Parks, Recreation, and Youth Services is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Recreation Leader to assist in organizing and conducting a phase of the City's recreation program. Under the direct supervision of a Recreation Supervisor or the administrator of a recreation program, an employee in this class conducts recreation activities by participating in a leadership role and, depending on the area of assignment, directly supervising the work of program staff such as Recreation Attendants and Aides, as well as volunteers. Duties include setting up equipment, scheduling participants in multi-activity programs and assigning subordinate personnel. The planning, design and development of recreation programs is not typically a function of this class. This position differs from the Recreation Activity Specialist in that an employee in that class is primarily responsible for the instruction of specific sport or activity.
Assignments of Recreation Leaders vary widely. In the City of Syracuse, some Recreation Leaders provide recreation services to the elderly while others function as broad, recreation generalists at various city recreation centers. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
Organizes and participates in activities such as team sports, arts and crafts, nature studies, field trips, hikes, camping, skiing and skating, dramatics, dancing, musical events, storytelling, socials and special events; may, depending on the area of assignment, directly supervise subordinate personnel in the conduct of activities.
Encourages individuals, business and private sector groups to participate in activities; may assist in the public relations and advertising of the program and/or event.
Assess participants' recreation needs and varies activities accordingly; may recommend to a supervisor changes to meet needs.
Maintains order at events by enforcing rules and safety regulations.
May keep records of daily time sheets, equipment, monies received, supplies, activity participants, etc.; may be required to make oral and written reports.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A. One (1) recreation season or three (3) months of work experience, or its part time equivalent, in the conduct of recreation activities such as low organized games, sports, arts and crafts, etc.; OR,
B. Successful completion of fifteen (15) credit hours in recreation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university; OR,
C. An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B).
The Affirmative Action Policy of the City of Syracuse is to provide equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, age (18 and over), marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity or gender expression, sexual or affectional preference or orientation, or any other classified group within the protected class. The City also complies with 31 CFR part 51. If you have a disability for which you wish special accommodation to be made, contact the Department of Personnel at One Park Place, 300 S. State St., 7th FL at 315-448-8780.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $38,984.00 - $41,965.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Application Question(s):
- Are you a resident of the City of Syracuse? If not, are you willing to establish residency within six (6) months of your date of hire?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $38,984 - $41,965
