City of Commerce
RECREATION LEADER
Department:|Parks & Recreation|Class Code:|5630|
Revised Date:|February 2023|FLSA Status:|Non-Exempt|
GENERAL PURPOSE: Under general supervision, performs a variety of activities in support of City of Commerce recreation programs, including customer service, instruction, and assisting with the supervision of individual and team sports, events, classes, special programs and recreational activities.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
· Leads recreation program activities; sets up recreation sites and facilities for events and scheduled programs; duties will vary according to job assignment. · Organizes recreation activities, and enforces rules, regulations and safety precautions at indoor and outdoor recreation facilities; maintains discipline, monitors behavior and resolves issues. · Instructs various arts, crafts, games, classes and sports; explains the rules and techniques for specific activities; evaluates performance of program participants and assists with skills improvement. · Assists with and conducts various programs and activities for children, young adults, and adults; supervises and leads program participants in diversified recreational programs; assures supplies, equipment and facilities are in order, and requests supplies as needed. · Answers public questions and telephone inquiries at centers or facilities; provides basic recreation program information to participants and the public; checks for membership cards; responds to complaints and requests for information within the scope of authority. · Maintains routine attendance and participant progress records as necessary; checks out and checks in recreation and athletic equipment, games, materials and supplies. · Advises participants and general public of structure and content of various programs. · Recognizes, avoids, and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents and injuries. · Assists in maintaining general appearance of assigned facility by performing minor cleaning, arranging equipment and any other minor duties that may be required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
High School diploma or GED equivalent AND one year of 6 months of work and/or volunteer experience in recreation programs including but not limited to the following: (arts, crafts, games, classes, sports, coaching, performing arts, special events, and/or customer service in recreation services/programming).
JOB DESCRIPTION
Recreation Leader
Required Licenses or Certifications:
· Must possess a current California Class C Driver’s License at time of application and must obtain a Class B License with a passenger endorsement within 90 days of appointment. · Required to pass a background investigation.
· CPR/AED/First Aid Safety training is required within 90 days of appointment.
Required Knowledge of:
· City policies and procedures.
· Customer service standards and protocols.
· City policies, rules and regulations governing public events and community programs. · Occupational hazards and safety precautions
Required Skill in:
· Providing effective customer service, and dealing tactfully and courteously with the public. · Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software. · Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers and the public. · Effective verbal and written communication.
Physical Demands / Work Environment:
· Work is performed indoors and outdoors at City recreation facilities and venues; required to perform moderate physical work, and lift and carry up to 50 pounds. · This is a safety sensitive position subject to drug and alcohol testing according to City policy.