Recreation Program Leader Outdoor - Paddling

Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District; Bainbridge Island (WA); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 39 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Class discount on Park District events

Free pool pass at the Aquatic Center

Basic fitness membership at BIRC for员工

Résumé du poste

Bainbridge Island Metropolitan Park & Recreation District seeks a Recreation Program Leader to supervise staff and participants, lead class instruction, and ensure safety and readiness of equipment and supplies. You will collaborate with staff and volunteers to plan, implement, and facilitate a variety of recreation programs, classes, workshops or trips.

Applicants must hold CPR, AED and First Aid certifications, pass a background check, and be able to work in varied environments.

Qualifications

• Experience leading staff and students in recreational activities.
• CPR, AED and First Aid certifications current.
• Background check passed as part of employment.
• Knowledge of safety rules and program risk management.
• Ability to manage equipment and lesson materials.

Responsabilités

• Lead participant lessons, provide group direction and safety supervision.
• Plan and facilitate recreation programs, workshops, or trips.
• Set expected conduct to ensure a safe learning environment.
• Coordinate lesson plans and materials with staff and volunteers.
• Monitor first aid and emergency procedures within training scope.
• Supervise staff and participants and maintain equipment in good condition.

Connaissances

Staff leadership

Safety management

Experience in education

First aid / CPR

Adaptive instruction

Background check

Description du poste

Description

The Recreation Program Leader is responsible for class instruction, program safety, decision making in the field, supervision of staff and participants, and ensuring all equipment, supplies, and participants are ready for the program.

Description

The Recreation Program Leader is responsible for class instruction, program safety, decision making in the field, supervision of staff and participants, and ensuring all equipment, supplies, and participants are ready for the program.

Examples of Duties

• Lead participant lessons, provide group direction, maintain safety, and supervise activities.
• Plan, implement, and facilitate a variety of recreation programs classes, workshops, or trips.
• Establish and communicate expected conduct to ensure a safe learning environment.
• Responsible for overall group direction, discussion, and safety.
• Ensure the proper handling of first aid and emergency situations within scope of training.
• Coordinate class lesson plans, material lists, and duties with other Recreation Programs staff and any volunteers prior to start of class.
• Maintain close supervision and maximize safety of staff and participants at all times.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with staff and participants.
• Supervise proper use and condition of equipment and materials.
• Serve as a role model for staff and participants, exemplifying integrity, respect, responsibility, and encouragement.
• Attend appropriate in-service training sessions as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

• Must be age 21 or older.
• Basic computer skills.
• Significant experience in related area of activity.
• Current CPR, AED and First Aid certification.
• Current certifications in the recreation area as needed.
• Must pass background check.

Supplemental Information

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Experience and confidence leading staff and students.
• Strong knowledge and background in field and teaching experiential education.
• Ability to assess safe operating conditions for each class and make sure participants and instructors are adequately prepared.
• Strong knowledge and experience managing first aid and emergency situations, as well as administering preventative care.
• Ability and desire to interact with participants of all ages in a positive and courteous manner.
• Ability to supervise and direct staff on programs in a professional manner.
• Willingness to work according to agency policies, procedures, and scope of training.
• Willingness to take on varied tasks to support the program.
• Demonstrated punctuality and reliability in work habits.
• Strong interpersonal, supervisory, and safe decision‑making skills.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the recreation activity.

Work Environment and Physical Effort

This is a non‑smoking workplace. Depending on the specific program, work is performed both indoors and outdoors using Park District, public or private facilities or in the water or recreational areas. Though most programs operate during the day, a few programs meet in the evenings and/or overnight. Programs and trips may be out of reach of cell phone coverage.

Bainbridge Island Metropolitan Park & Recreation District is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected classifications as defined by law. The job functions and physical requirements described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be in good physical condition must be physically able to assist participants and participate in activities.
• Must be able to perform physical requirements of programs at the most rigorous level.
• May experience exposure to extended periods of sun, snow, rain, cold temperatures, wind, water and potentially uneven terrain that may contain trip hazards.
• Must be able to hear distress noises and hear and see distress signals in a variety of environments, keeping safety in mind at all times.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, grab, pull and push objects, squat down, stoop, kneel, crouch and jump.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Hours will vary depending on the program schedule and may include early morning, weekend and evening shifts.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. But this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

Bainbridge Island Metropolitan Park & Recreation District is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, marital status, color, creed or religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, pregnancy, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, compensation, training, and termination.

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources for assistance. You can reach us by email at [e-mail], or by phone at 206-842-0501.

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Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District offers sick leave to part-time employees. Sick leave is accrued at one hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked.

Employees receive a discount on most Park District classes, free pool pass at the Aquatic Center, and basic fitness membership at the Bainbridge Island Recreation Center (BIRC) while employed for employees and dependents.