Senior Recreation Leader - City of Dublin, East Bay

Close Date: Continuous
Salary: $14.80 - $19.25 Hourly

THE POSITION:
To assist in planning, and organizing and to conduct recreation activities in the delivery of recreation program areas including preschool, playground, parks, teens, sports, special events, and senior citizens.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

· Assist in the planning and oversight of various recreation program activities and conduct related activities in areas such as preschool, playground, parks, teens, sports, special events, and senior citizen activities.
· Plan, oversee, and conduct recreational activities appropriate to a variety of locations such as playgrounds, parks, community centers, school sites, and sports facilities.
· Maintain records and complete written program plans and reports.
· Oversee activities of part-time staff, as assigned.
· Conduct activities in areas such as arts and crafts, games, sports, music, drama, and nature study.
· Instruct participants in the rules and methods of playing indoor and outdoor games.
· Inspect activity areas and related equipment and recommend maintenance and repair, as appropriate.
· Enforce safety rules and regulations; maintain orderly participant conduct.
· May provide minor first aid to recreation program participants/spectators and/or perform related first aid/emergency techniques.
· Exercise precautions necessary to ensure the safety of recreation program participants and spectators.
· Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
· Perform other duties as assigned.



Ideal Candidate:

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of
· Techniques of instruction for conducting recreation programs in areas such as sports, games, arts and crafts.

Ablity to
· Use and care of a variety of recreation program supplies and equipment.
· Assist in planning and organizing, and conducting activities related to specific recreation programs.
· Oversee activities of part-time staff.
· Communicate concisely orally and in writing.
· Communicate in an effective manner.
· Exercise courtesy and tact in dealing with recreation program participants and spectators.
· Deal with difficult or stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.
· Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
· At time of hire, must be 18 years of age or older.
· Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade; college level course work in recreation, leisure services, or a related field is desirable.
· A minimum of two years experience performing duties similar to that of Recreation Leader II with the City of Dublin.

Benefits:

There are no benefits for this temporary, seasonal position.

For more info contact:
henry.siu@dublin.ca.gov
(925) 556-4507