Community Recreation Leader & Activity Coach

City of Buffalo; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Buffalo seeks an experienced Recreation Instructor to organize, develop, and conduct a wide range of recreational activities in parks and community centers. You will schedule sessions, secure equipment, and actively participate to motivate participants while maintaining records and program reports.

Eligibility requires a NYS driver’s license, and certification in First Aid and CPR within six months.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Physical Education, Recreation or a closely related field.
• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university in Recreation Leadership or a closely related field and two years of full-time work experience.
• High School diploma or GED and four years of full-time work experience in organizing, developing and/or supervising activities in a recreation program.

Responsibilities

• Organizes, develops and conducts a variety of recreational activities.
• Schedules activities and notifies participants of times.
• Assists in maintaining facilities and equipment.
• Administers first aid and CPR as necessary.
• Performs related duties as required.

Skills

First aid

CPR

Lifeguard training

Education

Bachelor's/Associate degree in recreation-related field

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Buffalo seeks an experienced Recreation Instructor to organize, develop, and conduct a wide range of recreational activities in parks and community centers. You will schedule sessions, secure equipment, and actively participate to motivate participants while maintaining records and program reports.

Eligibility requires a NYS driver’s license, and certification in First Aid and CPR within six months.