DCF - Recreation Aide II PRCA 7442

City of Gainesville; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Gainesville’s Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department seeks a Recreation Aide II to support the Recreation Leader in developing, implementing, and coordinating a range of youth and recreational programs within city facilities. You will supervise Recreation Aide I and help ensure programs run safely and effectively.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and two years of related experience; a valid Florida driver’s license is required within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent; two years of progressively responsible experience in recreational programming or related work.
• Valid Florida Driver's License within 30 days of appointment.
• American Red Cross certifications (First Aid, AED, CPR) required within 6 months of appointment.
• If assigned to DCF-licensed programs, complete DCF 40-hour Intro Training within 15 months; annual in-service trainings.

Responsibilities

• Follows and enforces all city and departmental policies and procedures.
• Assists with planning, coordination and implementation of recreational activities (events, leagues, instructional programs, dances, etc.).
• Assists with site program evaluations by taking notes and providing feedback to staff.
• Develops new programs and classes; assists in marketing and community outreach for programs.
• Responds to public inquiries and records complaints; relays information to supervisor.
• Collects surveys for program evaluation and suggests improvements.
• Opens/closes facilities per schedule; maintains registration, participation, inventory and expenditure records.
• Oversees safety and risk management; reports maintenance needs to supervisor.
• Assists with staff scheduling, selection, promotion and pre-employment training.
• Supports swimming lessons with supervision; transports participants or staff as needed.
• Attends work on a regular basis.

Skills

Recreational programming

Public inquiries handling

Program development

Oversight and supervision

Education

High School Diploma

2+ years experience in recreational programming

Valid Florida Driver's License

CPR/First Aid/AED certifications

DCF 40-hour Intro Training or exemption

CDL with passenger endorsement

Job description

Job Details:

This position is assigned to the Youth Services and Education Programs Division, assisting the Recreation Leader with the development, implementation, and coordination of Department of Children and Families Licensed After-school Programs, out of school time enrichment and youth development programs. The Recreation Aide 2 position will support the overall initiatives of the youth services and education programs team, including youth advocacy, well-being, and gun violence prevention efforts. Provides oversight and guidance to Recreation Aide I.

Positions allocated to this classification report to a designated supervisor and work under general supervision. Work in this class is distinguished from other classes by its oversight of assigned recreational programs and activities.

The City of Gainesville's Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs is seeking an innovative, forward thinking, fun and flexible individual with the right combination of education and experience to fill a Recreation Aide II position. Embrace the organization’s vision of an equitable community for all and a sustainable community for the future; join in serving neighbors and building community.

SUMMARY

Assists the Recreation Leader with the development, implementation, and coordination of a variety of recreational programs and activities within an assigned City recreational facility. Provides oversight and guidance to Recreation Aide I.

Positions allocated to this classification report to a designated supervisor and work under general supervision. Work in this class is distinguished from other classes by its oversight of assigned recreational programs and activities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Follows and enforces all city and departmental policies and procedures.
• Assists supervisor with the planning, coordination and implementation of recreational activities, such as, special events, sports leagues, instructional programs, special population programs, dances, general recreation programs and other related activities.
• Assists with performing site program criteria evaluations by taking notes, providing feedback to assigned staff and following-up with supervisor.
• Assists in the development of new programs and classes.
• Answers public inquiries about programs. Receives and records complaints; and informs supervisor. Assists supervisor in responding to requests for services from the public and other agencies.
• Assists in the collection of surveys related to the evaluation of programs and makes recommendations for modifications and improvements.
• Opens and closes park and recreation facilities and buildings, according to schedule.
• Maintains registration, participation, inventory and expenditure records for recreation programs. Provides monthly report of these records.
• Oversees facility and program safety and risk management. Reports needed maintenance and repairs to supervisor.
• Assists in marketing recreational programs including meeting with community groups and implementing new concepts, such as, computerized program registration.
• Enforces published schedules and coordinates assigned staff.
• Maintains facility, equipment and supply inventory; keeps all equipment and supplies in good working condition; and/or cares for livestock and other live animals, including but not limited to, invertebrates, fish, reptiles and amphibians.
• Assists with selection, promotion, discharge and recommends other appropriate personnel actions. Assists with pre-employment testing and training of staff.
• Assists with swimming lessons by providing support and supervision both in and out of the water.
• Transports participants and/or staff, depending upon assignment and work location.
• Attends work on a continuous and regular basis.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma and two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in recreational programming, instruction, or related work.

CERTIFICATIONS OR LICENSES

Licenses

Valid Florida Driver's License is required within thirty (30) days of appointment.

Certifications

General (all areas):

• American Red Cross certification (or equivalent) in First Aid, Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is required within six (6) months of appointment.

Aquatics:

• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) is required upon appointment.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard (LG) Instructor is required upon appointment.

Athletics

• National Alliance for Youth Sports certification as a Certified Youth Sports Administrator (CYSA) is required within one year of appointment.
• Youth Services & Education Programs:
• If assigned to a Department of Children's and Families Licensed Program (DCF):
• Must be at least 21 years old at the time of appointment.
• Successfully complete or have a current valid American Red Cross certification (or equivalent) in Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (Pediatric CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and First Aid.
• Must successfully complete the Department of Children and Families (DCF) 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training within 15 months of hire, take additional specialized DCF training courses, or have an education exemption. Must successfully complete annual In-service trainings.
• Must obtain a CDL with a passenger endorsement.
• Assists with DCF compliance (e.g., implementation, monitoring, training)
• Must be able to pass DCF required employment screenings (all Youth Services and Education Programs staff).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor's Degree or higher with major course work in recreation management or a related field; or an Associate's Degree or higher in a non-related field and at least one (1) year of paid work experience in the coordination of recreation programs.
• At least two (2) years of qualifying paid work experience developing, implementing and coordinating after-school, summer camp or out-of-school time (OST) programming.
• National Recreation and Parks Association certification as a Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP).