Part-Time Recreation Leader III- 30hrs

City of Alexandria, Virginia; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established government entity is seeking a dedicated Part-Time Recreation Leader III to enhance community engagement through diverse recreational programs. This role involves planning and supervising activities for youth, ensuring a safe and enriching environment. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills while working flexible hours during the school year and summer. Join a passionate team committed to service excellence and community well-being in a vibrant city known for its rich history and cultural activities.

Qualifications

• 3 years of related experience in recreational work.
• First Aid training is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement recreation programs for youth aged 5-17.
• Supervise staff and ensure safety during activities.
• Manage multiple tasks and communicate effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Organization

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma

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Recreation Leader III

Part Time

(30-hours)

“Preserving the Past, while Innovating our Future”

The City of Alexandria is located in northern Virginia and is bordered by the District of Columbia (Potomac River), Arlington and Fairfax counties. With a population of approximately 150,000 and a land area of 15.75 square miles, Alexandria is the seventh largest city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Alexandria has a charming waterfront and is a unique and historic place to live and work. About one-quarter square miles in the city have been designated as a national or local historic district. We proudly embrace our rich history and seize the endless opportunities that lie ahead. If you are interested in working for the vibrant City of Alexandria, we invite qualified candidates to apply for our Permanent Part-time Recreation Leader III – Out of School Time Position.

What we do and how we do it is driven by our 4 Guiding Principles:

• Aligning the work, we do with our strategic plan.
• Executing against our strategy and ensuring accountability for our results
• Promoting and encouraging a culture of leadership and ownership at all levels of the organization
• Promoting a culture of service excellence, creativity, and entrepreneurship
  
  

Overview

In pursuit of service excellence, the Part Time Recreation Leader III performs advanced-level recreation work. A Recreation Leader III will act as a Site Supervisor at an Out of School Time Program location. The Recreation Leader III will plan and initiate programs and activities for youth 5-17 years old from all backgrounds in arts and crafts, sports, games, music, drama, cooking, STEAM, Social and Emotional Learning, physical fitness, health an wellness and field trips. An incumbent in this class may provide supervision to a small number of subordinate staff. Our Recreation Leader III should also be available to work various hours, Monday to Friday, School Year 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Summer 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. and some evenings and weekends. Enthusiasm, flexibility, leadership, and excellent organization and communication skills are needed to be successful in this position.

What You Should Bring

Each member of our team is accountable for the outstanding delivery of services to the community. You will work to meet the recreation needs of our community. You will have the support of and work under the direction of a Recreation Coordinator and Manager. You will execute an administrative need that meets high standards of excellence.

The Opportunity

• A Recreation Leader III plans, implements, organizes and develops recreation leisure-based programs and activities in art and crafts, sports, cooperative games, performing arts, music and movement, enrichment, cooking, STEAM, physical fitness and health & wellness to ensure that activities and events are made available to the community;
• Makes preparation for recreational activities at one or more sites on a particular date: opens site, sets up equipment, reports safety hazards or concerns, stores equipment, cleans and organizes site, and secures the site.
• Assist in the operation and record keeping for on-site USDA meal service programs for youth participants.
• Performs operational functions such as record keeping, program registration, attendance, and cash handling.
• Communicates with supervisors, co-workers, and citizens in-person, via email, by phone and/ or virtually;
• Manages and prioritizes multiple tasks and assignments.
• Attends to sick and injured children, completes incident/illness report and contacts parents as needed.
• Participates in staff meetings, in-service training/ professional development, and workshops.
• Ensures all safety precautions and guidelines are followed.
• Performs related work as required.
  
  

About The Department Of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities

The mission of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities is to enrich the City of Alexandria by creating meaningful experiences through public space, cultural activities, and programming. The City of Alexandria Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities received national accreditation from the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA). National accreditation requires park and recreation agencies to meet 155 standards representing elements of effective and efficient park and recreation operations.

Minimum & Additional Requirements

High School Diploma and three (3) years of related experience or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. First Aid training.

Preferred Qualifications

Two years experience in community recreational work performing tasks in the required area at a level equivalent to Recreation Leader III; Two year experience leading recreational and cultural activities in art and crafts, sports, cooperative games, performing arts, music and movement, enrichment, cooking, STEAM, physical fitness and health & wellness or any equivalent combination; Completion of college-level courses in physical education, recreation, fine arts, or other related field; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Notes

This position requires successful completion of a criminal records background check, child abuse and child neglect screening and drug screening prior to employment.

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Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?

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• Do you have at least two (2) years of experience leading recreational and cultural activities in art and crafts, sports, cooperative games, performing arts, music and movement, enrichment, cooking, STEAM, physical fitness, and health & wellness?
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If yes, please specify your experience. If not, please indicate NA

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Are you available to work from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday?

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Are you available to work various hours between 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, during our annual summer camp program from June to August?

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This position requires long periods of standing, bending, walking, lifting, carrying items, and walking up and down steps. Do you have the ability to complete these tasks?

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I understand that failure to thoroughly and accurately complete the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections on my application and the "Supplemental Questionnaire" will result in my application being rejected?

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