Recreation Leader

cityofedinburg; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Edinburg is actively seeking a dedicated RECREATION LEADER to perform and oversee the operations of youth development programs or recreational activities. The position involves leading programs, supporting staff, and ensuring smooth facility operations to serve the community.

The role includes coordinating registrations, planning year-round events, maintaining facilities, and providing information on programs and regulations to participants.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Experience in track and field.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred; driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations of youth development and recreational programs and activities.
• Supervise volunteer staff and maintain safety and order.
• Provide information on programs, registration, and regulations.
• Assist in planning year-round recreation and events.
• Maintain facilities and inventory; handle monthly supplies.
• Engage with the public and support other divisions as needed.

Skills

Track and field experience

Driver's license (Class C)

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED in progress

Job description

RECREATION LEADER

City of Edinburg in Edinburg, TX is actively seeking a dedicated RECREATION LEADER to perform and oversee the operations of youth development programs or recreational programs and activities. Are you seeking engaging work? Do you wish to advance your career in Parks and Recreation? Does working for a rapidly growing city sound appealing to you? If so, please continue reading!

The RECREATION LEADER position earns competitive pay of $9.65/hr.

ABOUT CITY OF EDINBURG

Edinburg is the fastest growing city in the Rio Grande Valley, with a 23% growth rate since 2010, and is among the top five fastest-growing cities in the state. It has been recognized as an all-American city three times by the National Civic League, placing it among a handful of outstanding communities in the nation. Our wonderful city has exceptional entertainment, arts & culture, recreation, and education, which makes it a great place to work.

Our employees share our dedication to the city, which is why we like to show them our appreciation for their commitment. We do this by providing competitive compensation, exceptional PTO opportunities, and other great benefits to help them lead healthy, productive lives. We care about people, and that includes both our residents and employees!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A RECREATION LEADER

As a RECREATION LEADER performs and requires some knowledge of recreation youth, teens, and adult programs operations and procedures. The individual oversees some volunteer staff members. Other responsibilities include maintaining facility in neat order, dealing with the general public, and supervising participants in recreation and education activities. Provide information on all programs, registration and regulations. Assist in the planning for year-round recreation, prepare and organize registrations, supplies and special events. Maintain facilities (meeting room, game room, weight room, etc.). Provide list for purchasing equipment and inventory supplies monthly. You are constantly on your toes and ready for any new and unexpected challenges that may arise in the city. You enjoy being helpful and have no problem providing assistance and support to other divisions within the department as needed. The city needs someone like you with skills in operations of youth programming, recreational activities, and you finding genuine enjoyment in what you do!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A RECREATION LEADER

• Required Education: Pursuing high school diploma, G.E.D. or equivalency.
• Education Preference: Not Applicable
• Educational Substitute: Not Applicable
• Required Work Experience: Experience in the area of track and field.
• Experience Preference: Not Applicable
• Must have a current valid class "C" driver's license from the Texas Department of Public Safety with a satisfactory driving record
• Bilingual English/Spanish Preferred.

Are you someone who prefers hands-on work? Do you have excellent oral and written communication skills? Are you attentive to detail? Do you enjoy working as part of a team? Is dependability one of your strengths? If yes, you might just be perfect for this RECREATION LEADER job!

Location: 78541

Applicants will be subject to a complete background investigation. Incomplete, inaccurate and/or failure to report information will cause the applicant rejection from consideration.

Applicants must also take and pass a pre-employment drug test administered by the City of Edinburg at the City's expense.