Recreation Leader III - Hale Senior Center

City of Dunedin; Dunedin (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Dunedin is seeking a Recreation Leader III responsible for planning and supervising recreation programs. The role requires an Associate’s Degree, CPR certification, and involves engaging with the community to enhance recreational experiences and ensure safety standards. This full-time position offers competitive pay with various benefits, including medical insurance and paid holidays.

Benefits

3 medical insurance plans through Cigna

Life Insurance and Long Term Disability

Annual & Sick Leave

Defined Contribution Plan 401(a)

11 paid holidays

Flexible work schedules

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate’s Degree and three years of relevant experience.
• Certification in CPR and First Aid required.
• Valid Florida driver's license is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Supervise recreation programs and activities.
• Coordinate use and maintenance of recreation facilities.
• Provide effective customer service and assist in supervising volunteers.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Customer service

Event planning

Communication

Education

Associate’s Degree in Parks and Recreation Administration or related field

Tools

Recreation registration software

Microsoft Office

Job description

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

General Statement of Job

Hiring Salary: $18.27 - $21.92 per hour (DOQ)

Additional Compensation Benefits

• 3 medical insurance plans through Cigna
• Life Insurance and Long Term Disability
• Vision Care
• Annual & Sick Leave @ 5 % of scheduled annual hours
• Defined Contribution Plan 401(a) with generous 8% City contribution
• 11 paid holidays
• Flexible work schedules
  
  

Under general supervision, plans, implements and supervises Recreation programs and activities, coordinates the use and maintenance of recreation Center facilities and grounds, ensuring compliance with all applicable City policies, procedures and safety regulations. Provides effective and courteous customer service. Assists in supervising the work of volunteers and variable/on-demand staff. Assumes supervisory duties in absence of Recreation Coordinator. Reports to the Recreation Coordinator.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions

The duties recorded below are representative of the duties of the class and are not intended to cover all the duties performed by incumbent(s) of any particular position.

Assist in overseeing facility operation by performing independent decision making/judgements.

Assist in coordinating and supervising the use of facilities by outside groups and individuals.

Assist in supervising assigned volunteers and variable/on-demand employees. Provide input, advice and assistance as needed.

Assist with the planning, scheduling, promotion/marketing and evaluation of programs and events that meet the needs of the community.

Oversee rentals completing contracts, following up on payments and times of rental in contract and making necessary changes as required, enforcing policies during rental event and providing customer service to the renter.

Present and/or supervise recreational programming in assigned area(s). Coordinate programs and activities with other City departments, agencies, community organizations and the public as appropriate.

Open and close facility as scheduled; work hours could consist mainly of nights and weekends and/or when Coordinator is not available.

Maintain an environment that protects the health and safety of all program participants. Administer prescribed medications as required; administer CPR and First Aid as necessary.

Supervise all activities and discipline youth participants as appropriate; maintain communications with parents/guardian regarding children's behavior and participation.

Monitor participants’ behavior and issue disciplinary action when necessary in the absence of the Recreation Coordinator.

Assists in the maintenance of the Recreation registration software.

Complete program registration into Recreation registration software including global sales receipts and records and reports for program fees and other revenues, household account management, registration transfers and facility reservations.

Complete registration daily deposits by obtaining reports via Recreation registration software and in compliance with the City’s Cash Handling Policy.

Provide customer service including greeting and assisting patrons, responding to inquiries and requests, providing household account and program/event information and assisting in receiving complaints.

Set up chairs, tables, equipment, etc., and/or decorate rooms/facility for programs, activities and special events. Ensure rooms are properly set up for scheduled activities.

Ensure the availability of required supplies and equipment; order, purchase and maintain supply inventory.

Assist in overseeing the maintenance of assigned facility grounds and equipment; complete routine inspections of equipment, facility, activities, etc. and participate in general custodial, grounds keeping and maintenance duties as required.

Compile data for and prepare required records and reports.

Perform other clerical duties as required including faxing, filing, maintaining, retrieving and updating files, copying documents, ordering and maintaining office supply inventory and preparing and processing mail.

Drive city vehicles, including participant transportation, as necessary.

Ensure that all City policies, procedures and safety regulations are followed at all times.

Additional Job Functions

While the following tasks are necessary for the work of the unit, they are not an essential part of the purpose of this position and may also be performed by other unit members.

Perform routine office work as required, including but not limited to answering the telephone, typing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, attending meetings, entering computer data, etc.

Maintain city van and mileage records.

Perform related duties as required.

Minimum Training & Experience

Requires an Associate’s Degree in Parks and Recreation Administration, Physical Education or related field with three years’ experience in supervising recreation programming and event planning.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.

Special Requirements

Must possess basic knowledge of computer operations including Microsoft Office and registration software.

Requires current certification in CPR and First Aid.

Must possess valid Florida driver’s license with appropriate endorsements.

Must possess other special training & certifications or licenses as applicable to assigned area(s) of supervision such as before & after school programs, aquatics, seniors, athletics and fitness.

This is a Category B position for the purposes of Emergency Management. Employees in this category may be assigned to work a variety of schedules, including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations. Category B employees may be required to stay on premises during a declared state of emergency, or as otherwise mandated.

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Knowledge of Work: Has thorough knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies as they pertain to the performance of essential duties of the Recreation Leader III. Is knowledgeable in the laws, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Is able to assist in the planning and implementation of creative programming for various ages. Understands specific City and county ordinances as they apply to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Is able to work under moderately stressful conditions related to balancing multiple projects within the constraints of time available, personnel capabilities, financial resources, and political considerations. Is able to react professionally at all times, dealing with sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy. Knows how to apply supervisory and managerial concepts and principals. Is able to train, assist, motivate and provide leadership to volunteers and employees. Is able to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision. Has the ability to plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities. Is able to read and interpret various materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job. Is able to assemble information and make written reports and records in a concise, clear and effective manner. Has the mathematical ability to handle required calculations. Has knowledge of and skill in the use of modern office equipment, including computers. Knows how to maintain effective relationships with personnel of other departments, professionals and members of the public through contact and cooperation. Clearly understands any occupational hazards and adheres to all safety precautions inherent in performing the essential functions of the work.

PERFORMANCE APTITUDES

Data Utilization: Requires the ability to arrange, compare, count, differentiate, measure and/or sort data and/or information. Includes judging whether readily observable functional, structural or compositional characteristics are similar to or divergent from prescribed standards, procedures or routines.

Human Interaction: Requires the ability to function in a supervisory/managerial capacity for a group of workers. Includes the ability to make decisions on procedural and technical levels.

Equipment, Machinery, Tools and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to use, operate and/or handle equipment such as a computer, copier, calculator, telephone, hand and yard tools, and various special equipment according to assigned area(s) of programming.

Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to use a variety of reference and descriptive data and information. Has knowledge of proper English usage, grammar, vocabulary and spelling.

Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication and division; to calculate decimals and percentages; may require the ability to perform mathematical operations with fractions.

Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of influence systems, such as motivation, incentive, teaching and leadership. Ability to exercise independent judgment to apply facts and principles for developing approaches to and techniques to problem resolution.

Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness and creativity required in situations involving the evaluation of information against sensory, judgmental or subjective criteria, as opposed to that which is clearly measurable or verifiable.

ADA COMPLIANCE

Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate-heavy weight (12-50 pounds). May require the ability to perform and/or demonstrate various physical skills involved in recreational programming. Office tasks require a small amount of physical effort in sedentary to light work involving moving from one area of the office to another; some positions require sufficient hand/eye coordination to perform semi-skilled repetitive movements, such as data entry, filing and/or the use of office equipment or supplies.

Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require visual and auditory perception and discrimination as well as oral communications ability.

Environmental Factors: Some tasks may require exposure to adverse weather conditions, temperature extremes, wetness/humidity, dust/pollen/smoke, harsh chemicals/cleaning agents, equipment hazards, communicable disease, strong odors.

The City of Dunedin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Full-time employees who work a minimum of 35 hours per week are eligible for insurance benefits. Coverage will be effective the first day of the month following 30 calendar days of employment.

Health Insurance: The City offers medical insurance plans through Cigna to benefit-eligible employees. Medical insurance is provided for employees and their eligible dependents with in-network and out-of-network benefits.

Health insurance (Medical & Dental) is provided through Cigna.

Dental Insurance: Group Dental Plan coverage is available

Life Insurance and Long Term Disability: The City of Dunedin pro-vides a Term Life insurance benefit equal to one and a half times annual salary to a maximum of $100,000, and Short-Term Disability (STD) cover-age to all full-time employees.

Prescription Coverage: Prescription benefits are included with the City’s medical insurance.

Vision Care: City of Dunedin offers a vision plan through Cigna

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA): Funded by the City according to the employee’s participation in the City’s wellness program.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : Voluntary employee benefit

Annual & Sick Leave: All classified service status employees shall beentitled to earn and accrue annual leave with pay. New Employees earn annual leave at a rate of five percent (5%) of scheduled annual hours worked. Sick leave will be accrued at the rate of five percent (5%) of scheduled annual hours worked.

Defined Contribution Plan (City Plan) 401(a): Employees hired after January 1, 2010 will receive a contribution of 8% of the participant’s compensation.

Holidays

Ten (10) paid holidays per calendar year.

One (1) Floating Holiday per year. Floating Holidays are annually designated by the City Manager

To view more on benefits, please visit the City's benefits page.

01

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate or GED equivalency.
• Some college coursework
• Associate degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Doctorate degree
• None of the above
  
  

02

Which best describes your years of verifiable work experience in Recreation?

• I have no verifiable work experience in Recreation.
• I have less than 1 year of verifiable work experience in Recreation.
• I have at least 1 year, but less than 3 years of verifiable work experience in Recreation.
• I have at least 3 years of verifiable work experience in Recreation.
  
  

03

Please briefly describe your verifiable work experience in Recreation or any other closely related fields. Include full-time positions, part-time positions, and responsibilities. If you do not have any related experience, enter N/A.

04

Please list any experience that you have with RecTrac or any other activity registration type software. If you have no experience, enter N/A.

05

What special training(s), license(s), and/or certification(s) do you currently possess? (Check all that apply): Please upload a copy of each certificate.]

• CPR
• First Aid
• Pinellas County Licensing Board certificate for before/after school care.
• Aquatics
• Seniors
• Athletics & Fitness
• Special Events
• Other
• I do not have any certifications, licenses, or special trainings.
  
  

06

If you selected "Other" for certificates you possess, please list those certificates. Otherwise enter N/A

07

Please briefly describe your computer systems skills, including types of software you have used. If you do not have any experience using computers, enter N/A.

08

If you do not posses a valid Florida driver license, please acknowledge the following: I understand that I must obtain a current Florida driver license by date of appointment to be eligible for employment with the City.

• Yes
• No, I do not intend on getting a FL driver license.
• I already have a FL driver license.
• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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• Industries

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