PT Recreation Assistant Lead

Position: PT Recreation Assistant Lead (2026)
Please note that all communication will be done via email and text message.

Job Summary

The Recreation Assistant Lead supports the coordination, supervision, and implementation of a variety of recreational programs, events and activities. This position assists the Recreation Coordinator in planning and organizing programs, preparing staff schedules, providing on-site leadership, and ensuring a safe, positive, and inclusive experience for participants and staff.

Duties

• Assist in the planning, organization, and implementation of recreational programs, leagues, and community events under the direction of the Recreation Superintendent and Recreation Program Coordinators.
• Assist with a variety of community special events as assigned by the Recreation Superintendent and Recreation Program Coordinators.
• Provide leadership and direction to part-time and seasonal staff during programs, events, and activities.
• Support the Recreation Coordinators in preparing and maintaining staff work schedules, ensuring appropriate coverage for programs and events.
• Serve as the on-site lead for assigned programs, overseeing daily operations, participant engagement, and facility readiness.
• Assist with program set-up, tear-down, and equipment management.
• Communicate effectively with participants, parents, volunteers, and staff to ensure high-quality service and positive relationships.
• Assist with registration, recordkeeping, and program evaluations as needed.
• Provide feedback to the Recreation Coordinator regarding program improvements, participant needs, and staff performance.
• Monitor program areas to ensure safety, cleanliness, and adherence to department policies.
• Execute first aid or emergency procedures as necessary. Complete accident reports immediately and submit to Recreation Superintendent.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge/Skills

• Instructors must have the ability to supervise assistant staff and participants.
• Ability to plan new drills and modify existing ones as necessary.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow assistant personnel and public.
• Prepare clear and concise written reports.
• Observe necessary precautions to ensure safety of participants.
• Teach fundamental techniques and components using instruction methods, which include discussion, demonstration, repetitive practice or drills and integration of component skills into overall activity goals.
• Incorporate information on activity origins, variations, scoring, concepts, and strategies into daily lessons.
• Knowledge of first aid or emergency procedures.
• Ability to think on your feet, act independently, and make good sound decisions.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure, be enthusiastic, and have a positive attitude.

Essential Functions/Physical Abilities

• Ability to coordinate and participate in recreation activities.
• Ability to work outdoors under adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to repetitively bend and stoop to operate equipment in conjunction with recreation activities.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English to communicate effectively with fellow employees and the general public by telephone, written word, and in person.
• Ability to occasionally handle money for select programs and events.
• Must not pose a threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace or citizens encountered during work.

Qualifications

• Experience in recreational activities in which instruction/supervision is to be given.

Working Conditions

• Programs and events may take place indoor and/or outdoors which will result working in different weather climates and conditions.

Required Background Checks

• Pre-employment Physical
• Criminal Checks
• Sex Offender Registry