Recreation Leader II (Seasonal)

City of Phenix City; Phenix City (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Phenix City is seeking a Temporary recreation staff member to oversee Rec Aides and support concession stands, recreation centers, and venues for special events. You will help with event setup, operations, and post-event wrap-up.

Position requires 3–5 years in a recreational or athletic setting, High School level education, and strong communication and safety awareness. Weekend availability and varying hours are expected.

Qualifications

• High School Education or demonstrated level of proficiency.
• 3-5 years previous experience working in a recreational or athletic setting with duties of increasing responsibility or leadership in nature.
• Knowledge of athletic leagues and rules.
• Ability to read to comprehend operator and reference manuals, schedules or other non-complex material.
• Write to prepare non-complex forms and records.
• Verbally communicate to converse with customers, supervisors and co-workers.
• Exercise judgment in tasks involving safety of self and others or efficiency of operations.
• Work as a member of team.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring that assigned facility is open prior to event, operating appropriately and efficiently during the course of the event and locked after event.
• Aid in the set-up and smooth operation of all facets of a facility or event.
• Address complaints/issues that may arise in a diplomatic, tactful and patient fashion.
• Troubleshoots minor issues arising at assigned facility or event.
• Working in recreation centers or other venues assisting with various events including event set up/clean up and assisting with routine/non-routine after school and summer programs for children.

Skills

Read to comprehend

Write to prepare forms

Verbal communication

Judgment in safety

Teamwork

Alertness

Education

High School education

Job description

Department: Parks & Recreation
Supervisor: Athletic Coordinator

Date Needed: ASAP
Number of Employees Requested: Varies
Work Hours: Varies (weekends as needed)

Position Status: Temporary
Reason Needed: Replacement

Job Summary

Under general supervision, this position works with and oversees Rec Aides in various areas of Parks and Recreation including concession stands, recreation centers or other venues for special events.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statement of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this position. Other duties may be required, assigned and expected aside from those set forth below to address operational needs and changing operational practices.

• Ensuring that assigned facility is open prior to event, operating appropriately and efficiently during the course of the event and locked after event
• Aid in the set-up and smooth operation of all facets of a facility or event
• Address complaints/issues that may arise in a diplomatic, tactful and patient fashion
• Troubleshoots minor issues arising at assigned facility or event
• Working in recreation centers or other venues assisting with various events including event set up/clean up and assisting with routine/non-routine after school and summer programs for children

Qualifications

Education & Experience Guidelines

Education/Training

High School Education or demonstrated level of proficiency

Experience

3-5 years previous experience working in a recreational or athletic setting with duties of increasing responsibility or leadership in nature

Licenses or Certifications Required

N/A

The following generally describes the knowledge and abilities required in order to successfully perform the assigned duties of the position:

Knowledge of:

• Athletic leagues and rules
• Conflict resolution in addressing customer complaints

Ability to:

• Read to comprehend operator and reference manuals, schedules or other non-complex material
• Write to prepare non-complex forms and records
• Verbally communicate to converse with customers, supervisors and co-workers
• Exercise judgment in tasks involving safety of self and others or efficiency of operations
• Work as a member of team
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner

Physical Demands & Working Environment

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the city encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations needed to perform the essential duties of this position.