Recreation Leader

Under the direction of a Recreation Services Coordinator or Recreation Program Specialist, this seasonal position conducts indoor and/or outdoor activities, provides direction to Recreation Leader 1 staff and ensures activities are safe, proper and appropriate. This position also is responsible for helping to maintain equipment and grounds.

• Plan and coordinate indoor and/or outdoor recreational activities including special events, playground activities and camps.
• Lead groups in appropriate projects (i.e. arts and crafts, field trips, sports) and a variety of recreational activities and educational programs. E
• Provide direction to Recreation Leader 1 staff. E
• Communicate with other City personnel to coordinate scheduling, facility use and related program arrangements. E
• Maintain a variety of records and help write periodic reports. E
• Maintain program equipment in good working order. Ensure facility and grounds are kept neat, clean and litter free. Perform custodial and light maintenance duties. E
• Provide information to the public concerning recreation programs, policies, regulations and schedules. Answer participant inquiries in person and over the telephone. E
• Render routine First Aid in case of minor injury and administer CPR as needed. E
• Perform related duties as assigned.

E denotes an essential function of the job

• Minimum of eighteen (18) years of age.
• Six (6) months related work experience. Community recreation and/or education program experience preferred.
• A combination of experience and training that provides the candidate with the knowledge and skills to perform the job will be considered.

• General rules, regulations, practices, and terminology of recreation activities.
• Requirements of maintaining facilities and grounds in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Basic record-keeping techniques.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, courtesy and respect.

• Coordinate a variety of youth recreational activities.
• Analyzing situations accurately and adopting an effective course of action.
• Reading, interpreting, applying and explaining rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Maintaining current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements and restrictions.
• Establishing rapport and maintaining cooperative working relationships with user populations, parents and staff.
• Communicating effectively both orally and in writing.
• Planning and organizing work.
• Working independently with moderate direction.

• Valid adult and child CPR and First Aid Certificates preferred. Ability to obtain within thirty (30) days of hire required.
• Valid Washington State driver's license. A three-year driving record abstract must be submitted prior to hire.