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SUMMARY

Under close supervision, the Recreation Leader facilitates recreation programs, sports, and special events for the public.  The position serves as the on-site staff person for assigned programs and/or activities, providing direct leadership and facilitation, including setting up and clearing fields/facilities, overseeing appropriate and safe use of City equipment, assisting with equipment care and inventory, and monitoring proper implementation of activities and programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills.  This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Facilitates and monitors youth and adult recreational programs; ensures proper field use, sets up and clears facilities/fields according to appropriate schedules, and manages effectively any concerns of participants or customers.
• Engages effectively and communicates positively the department vision, policies, procedures with participants, coaches, spectators, and the general community during all recreation events, sports, and programs.
• Facilitates mobile recreation programs at various locations throughout the City; plans, schedules, and leads various recreation activities around nature, environment, games, sports, crafts, and other activities for youth.
• Handles various types of emergency situations in a calm and effective manner.
• Provides excellent customer service to all participants and members of the public.
• Provides regular updates and makes recommendations to the Recreation Coordinator regarding program status, participant comments/concerns, and equipment condition.
• Monitors and enforces the safety rules and policies of each program and park.
• Inspects and monitors activity/sports areas and equipment; reports any damage, repair, or replacement of equipment that is needed.
• Assists with recreation programs and events; confirms program/event logistics with participants, vendors, and sports; assist with volunteer programs or events; works with groups on City-led work projects.
• Performs related duties as assigned. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines

High school diploma or GED AND two (2) years of experience in customer service, recreation, education, childcare, or sports setting; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices for organization and facilitation of a variety of recreational activities.
• Rules and regulations of various team sports.
• Equipment and field/facility requirements for various recreational activities.
• Customer service best practices.
• Principles and practices of standard safety precautions and basic risk management.
• Basic principles of volunteer engagement and supervision.
• Basic first aid practices.

* Skill in:*

Planning, scheduling, and leading recreation activities.

Motivating and providing encouragement for participation in recreation programs and team sports.

Communicating effectively