Recreation Leader I (Part-Time) - Recreation Centers

WICHITA COMPANY LIMITED; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

WICHITA COMPANY LIMITED is seeking a part-time Recreation Leader to create vibrant recreational experiences for community members in Wichita, Kansas. This entry-level role involves coordinating sports and activities, ensuring safety, and facilitating community engagement at various recreation centers.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to work evenings and weekends. Experience in recreation or community service is advantageous, and a Kansas Driver’s License may be required.

Qualifications

• Ability to lead and work effectively with program participants.
• Ability to organize and lead recreation activities.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Availability to work weekends and evenings as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordination of recreation programs.
• Prepare, set up, and clean up sports fields.
• Perform general administrative duties.
• Promote safety of all program participants.
• Oversee operations of recreation facilities.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Relationship building

Safety management

Computer proficiency

Physical capability

Job description

The City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer.

As a Recreation Leader you will be the driving force behind creating vibrant, engaging, and inclusive recreational experiences for community members of all ages. This entry‑level, part‑time role offers flexibility, hands‑on experience, and the rewarding satisfaction of enriching lives through recreation and community engagement at Recreation Centers, Athletics fields, Tennis Centers, and Watson Park.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordination of recreation programs, including adult and youth sports, special events, and other recreational activities.
• Prepare, set up, and clean up baseball, softball, and soccer fields.
• Perform general administrative duties: answer phones, assist customers, collect fees, and maintain attendance records.
• Promote safety of all program participants.
• Assist with set‑up and take‑down of tables, chairs, and sports equipment for all facility activities and special events.
• Oversee the regular operations of a community center, fields, and gymnasium facility.
• Respond to patrons’ needs for assistance and information in person and over the phone.
• Operate standard office equipment, including a personal computer.
• Officiate or keep score for sports activities.
• Perform basic custodial duties.
• Set up and take down building furnishings and arrangements.
• Use a vehicle when required to complete work assignments.
• Other job‑related duties may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to lead and work effectively with program participants.
• Ability to organize and lead recreation activities.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing, and by creative means to cross communication barriers.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with associates, participants, and the public.
• Ability to maintain facilities and equipment in a clean, safe, and secure manner.
• Ability to use a personal computer and a variety of computer software.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment or supplies up to 25 pounds.
• Availability to work weekends and evenings as needed.
• May require ability to acquire and maintain Child First Aid and CPR certification.
• May require ability to work outdoors in unpleasant weather conditions.
• May require ability to tolerate airborne nuisances associated with open grounds and windy conditions.
• May require a valid Kansas Driver’s License.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace.

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre‑employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of a criminal record check.

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