Athletic Leader

City-of-Boca-Raton,-Fl; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Boca Raton is seeking an Athletic Leader to oversee the safety and operation of athletic programs and events at park locations. This role includes setting up facilities, monitoring field usage, and reporting incidents.

This position requires knowledge of team sports, strong communication skills, and a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays. Essential duties include inspecting facilities, umpiring games, and enforcing rules.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or 2 years related work experience in lieu.
• Possession of a valid State of Florida Class 2 driver01s license
• Preferred: recreation registration software experience; involvement with youth/adult sports associations

Responsibilities

• Inspects safety of athletic programs, facilities, and equipment.
• Completes facility maintenance checklist.
• Completes attendance and non-employee accident reports.
• Umpires games, keeps score, and maintains records.
• Enforces facility rules and regulations.

Skills

Computer familiarity

Customer service

Public speaking

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Two years of related work experience in lieu of a High School Diploma

Job description

Build Your Future with the City of Boca Raton!

At the City of Boca Raton, a career in public service is more than a job — it’s your chance to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant and sustainable coastal community. Driven by our core values of Fairness, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Trust, we are committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel appreciated, inspired, and supported.

Whether you're starting out or looking to take your public service career to the next level, the City of Boca Raton offers the tools, resources, and culture to help you succeed.

General Statement of Job

The Athletic Leader is responsible for overseeing the safety and operation of athletic programs and events at various park locations. This includes setting up and maintaining facilities, monitoring field and court usage, and reporting incidents. The role requires knowledge of team sports, a focus on safety, and strong communication skills. Working under regular supervision, the Athletic Leader supports the City’s athletic programs, ensuring they run smoothly and safely for all participants.

This position works a variable schedule outside of normal business hours, including holidays and weekends.

Essential Functions

• Checks on and inspects for safety athletic programs, facilities, and equipment.
• Completes facility maintenance checklist.
• Completes attendance and non-employee accident reports.
• Enforces facility rules and regulations.
• Umpires games and keeps score; maintains adequate records

Related tasks

• Makes sure half field lights are on/off as needed.
• Drags lines and rakes fields.
• Checks facility use permits.
• Replaces nets, bases, and plates.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge of

• Team sports and related rules.
• Youth and/or adult sports association

Skilled in

• Computer familiarity
• Customer service
• Public speaking

Ability to

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with community officials, employees, volunteer groups, and the general public.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent OR
• Two (2) years of related work experience in lieu of a High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Possession of a valid State of Florida Class "E" driver's license

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

• Previous experience with recreation registration software
• Previous experience as a participant or otherwise, with youth and/or adult sports associations

POST OFFER PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS

• Criminal Background Check
• Employment Verifications
• Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Check
• Physical Examination
• Drug and Alcohol Screening

Physical and Environmental Demands and Conditions

• Occasionally ascends or descends ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like
• Occasionally moves self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces
• Occasionally remains in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
• Continuously moves about within the immediate work area to accomplish tasks
• Occasionally moves from one worksite to another
• Occasionally adjusts or moves objects up to 50 pounds in all directions
• Continuously communicates with others to exchange information
• Occasionally repeats motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Occasionally operates a computer and other equipment using motions requiring manual dexterity or fine motor skills
• Occasionally operates machinery and/or power tools
• Occasionally operates motor vehicles or heavy equipment
• Continuously assesses the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned
• Continuously observes details accurately and identifies variances
• Occasionally lifts or carries objects 50 pounds or less
• Occasionally pushes or pulls objects up to 165 pounds, utilizing safe assisted lifting best practices and/or wheeled moving assisted tools such as hand trucks, dollies, or built in wheels in order to push or pull objects up to 165 pounds.
• Occasionally works in a normal office environment with few physical discomforts
• Occasionally works in an area that is somewhat uncomfortable due to drafts, noise, temperature variation, or the like
• Occasionally works in an outdoor area where exposure to animals, reptiles, and/or insects may occur
• Occasionally works with equipment or performs procedures where carelessness would probably result in minor cuts, bruises, or muscle pulls
• Continuously demonstrates regular in-office or on-site attendance without the ability for remote work assignment.

Essential Employee Designation

When normal operations of City departments are suspended or interrupted due to a declaration that a state of emergency exists, any employee may be deemed essential by the City. For the preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail, employees deemed necessary shall be required to work.