Recreation Leader - Lions Park

City of Raleigh North Carolina; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Raleigh North Carolina is seeking a Recreation Leader to serve as the face of our community center, delivering excellent customer service and managing daily activities. You will handle transactions, registrations, and rentals, and assist staff during programs.

Training includes First Aid/CPR and department reviews. The role supports supervision and program operations, requiring physical ability to lift and move as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service setting.
• Ability to process transactions and handle payments.
• Familiarity with basic office software and program use.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service at the community center.
• Process transactions and manage registrations and rentals.
• Maintain records with Excel, Word, Publisher, and Class Software.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Record keeping

Communication

Tools

Excel

Word

Publisher

Class Software

Job description

As a Recreation Leader, you will be the face of the community center, providing excellent customer service and an exceptional experience for all patrons daily. You will be responsible for processing transactions, responding to questions about our park and programs, answering questions regarding our department, as well as assisting staff with activities when needed. Recreation Leaders are considered essential staff and can supervise a facility in the absence of a full‑time staff member. Recreation Leaders assist recreation facility directors and assistant directors in the overall management and operation of the facility and recreation programs. This position requires an extensive amount of training, including First Aid/CPR, Safety, and overall departmental review, which will be provided.

Oversee and/or direct daily program and staff activities. Provide outstanding customer service when ssisting the public through various communication methods. Be familiar with the facility and the city programs. Responsible for program registrations, facility, and shelter rentals. Proper collection and handling of fees in accordance with the City of Raleigh's cash handling policies and procedures. Maintain records using Excel, Word, and Publisher, Class Software, and general filing. Help maintain and clean the facility as needed. Prepare attendance reports and distribute evaluations to patrons. Supervise check‑in/check‑out procedures of programs. Provide feedback regarding program goals and objectives. Create activity schedules. Develop and distribute promotional and marketing information.

Candidate must be at least 18 years of age and have experience working in a customer service setting. Experience in a recreation setting is a plus. This position requires the ability to move around and be able to lift at least 30 lbs.

Positions in this class typically require Climbing, Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Seeing, Pushing and Pulling, Lifting, Fingering, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing and Repetitive Motions.

Subject to environmental conditions as activities occur inside and outside.

Physical Requirements: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Note

This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions, and responsibilities, as well as the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation, may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.