Recreation Leader (Recreation) Part-time

City of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 18,627 - 26,530; Part time

Job summary

The City of Pittsburgh is hiring for a position in the Parks and Recreation Department focused on coordinating activities at a Recreation/Community Center. This role involves planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating various programs, including educational, physical, and leisure activities.

Successful candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and must be city residents. Certifications for CPR/AED and First Aid are required within six months of hire. A non-union position, this role demands excellent customer service and the ability to manage and oversee daily activities in a community setting.

Qualifications

• Must obtain CPR/AED and First Aid Certificates within six months of hire.
• Applicants must be City of Pittsburgh residents at the time of application.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates recreational activities.
• Assists in overseeing daily activities and responds to emergencies.
• Maintains facility appearance and acts as a liaison with community organizations.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Position Summary

Assists in planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluating the programs of a Recreation/Community Center by coordinating recreational activities while articulating and enforcing City policies and procedures. Programming includes, but is not limited to, educational, physical and leisure activities, organized sports, games, non-physical activities, music, fine arts and crafts. Must incorporate community issues, concerns, needs, physical and human resources while implementing the City/Center plan. Ability to work with individuals of all ages and backgrounds.

Department: Parks and Recreation

Posting Type: Announcement

Salary: $16.39 per hour

Union: None, this is a non-union position

Civil Service Classification: Exempt

Requirements

General Application Requirements

You must submit or show proof of all of the following at the time of application (unless otherwise indicated) or your application will be disqualified. Disqualifications based on these requirements are not subject to Civil Service appeal.

• Applicants must submit a complete application including education, work experience, a resume (if applicable) and completed supplemental questions.
• Applicants must be City of Pittsburgh residents at the time of application and remain a resident throughout employment.
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
• Pennsylvania Act 153 Clearance prior to appointment.
• Applicants must obtain CPR/AED and First Aid Certificates within six (6) months of hire and maintain throughout employment.

Note: The City of Pittsburgh conducts pre-employment and promotional background investigations on all candidates. The background investigation includes, but is not limited to, criminal background, driver\'s license, and City real estate tax payments. Candidates may be disqualified based on the results as they relate to the job.

Qualifying Requirements

Your work experience and education/training will be evaluated to determine if you meet the qualifying eligibility requirements listed below for this position. You will receive notice of your eligibility status.

• WORK EXPERIENCE: None required for this position.
• EDUCATION/TRAINING: The application must clearly show a high school diploma or a GED.
• EQUIVALENCY: None permitted for this position.

Civil Service Examinations

If you meet the qualifying requirements, you will be sent a letter of admission for the following examination(s). You must pass the written and/or performance examination(s) to be placed on the Civil Service eligibility list. Candidates who receive job offers must pass a medical examination prior to start date.

• Written: None required for this position.
• Performance: None required for this position.
• Medical: Required.

Position Duties

• Plans, develops, implements, monitors, and evaluates assigned approved community recreational center activities (e.g., physical and leisure activities, educational programs, organized sports, games, non-physical activities, music, fine arts, and crafts), ensuring that programs adhere to guidelines and contracts and conducting on-site inspections.
• Acts as a role model for excellence in customer service.
• Assists in overseeing daily activities, center participants, maintaining order and preventing accidents/incidents, and responding to emergencies.
• Assists in coordinating, planning, preparing, and distributing necessary equipment and materials for programs or special events.
• Assists in recruiting, directing, coordinating, and evaluating program facility volunteers.
• Assists with the assembly and operation of basic audio-visual equipment.
• Maintains facility appearance and cleanliness; acts as a liaison with community organizations and Advisory Council regarding approved programs and events.
• Assists in working with community schools, interest groups, and sponsors to develop programs.
• May direct the work of and provide technical assistance to volunteers and/or seasonal personnel as assigned.
• Performs record keeping for city, federal, and/or state-funded programs; maintains records and prepares accurate reports.
• Assists with meal serving; administers CPR/AED/First Aid to victims in distress as needed.
• Monitors program revenues and expenditures as assigned or required; assists in developing and implementing the program facility operating budget for existing and proposed programs.
• Works evenings, weekends, and holidays; participates in city-wide events.
• Performs activities and functions of related personnel and other related tasks as assigned.

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