Recreation Leader - Community Recreation (Special Events & Neighborhood Programs)

Job Summary

$16.89 - $25.94 / hour DOQ; On-call positions available. James City County Parks & Recreation seeks enthusiastic individuals to perform responsible work supporting recreation programs, childcare services, classes, camps, activities, and community events for individuals of various ages and abilities, with a focus on assisting with special events, neighborhood outreach, and program logistics, including set-up and breakdown. Must work effectively in a team environment. Year-round and seasonal positions available.

Responsibilities:

• Assists with organizing, leading and conducting a variety of recreational activities such as arts and crafts, sports, games, educational program components, etc. for varying age groups and skill levels; oversees children with activities and on field trips; plans daily activity and snack schedules; coordinates family involvement and other site special events.

• Establishes and maintains rapport with participants, parents, school/center staff, administrative officials and other community partners; responds to customer inquiries and/or complaints.

• Ensures a safe environment and proper use, inventory and upkeep of site facilities, supplies, equipment and vehicles; assists with developing and enforcing site rules; and opens, closes and secures facility daily.

• Assists with keeping accurate records/statistics and completing necessary site paperwork; reports all accidents, incidents and disciplinary actions to supervisor.

• Attends meetings and trainings as necessary; administers first aid as necessary.

• REC Connect Program only: Assists with implementing and ensuring compliance with state-licensed program rules, regulations and procedures.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma, supplemented by college coursework in recreation, education, childcare or related field preferred; and some experience working with children of different ages and abilities, preferably in a recreational, state licensed or educational setting.

• Requirements for the James City County Recreation Centers:
o Must possess, or be able to obtain within 60 days of hire, certification in First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Professional Rescuers (Infants, Adults, and Children) from American Red Cross.

• Requirements for the James City County REC Connect Program positions:
o Must be at least 18 years of age. (Individuals between 16-18 years of age can be considered with proof of current education and some experience working with children, however certain restrictions apply).
o Must possess reliable transportation to work site(s).
o Certification in First Aid and CPR for Professional Rescuers from American Red Cross.
o Candidate must successfully complete all post-offer requirements for this position prior to hire.

• Some knowledge and understanding of instructional procedures and practices; growth and development of children of different ages and abilities.

• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service including setting and meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

• Skill in use of computer software, especially Microsoft Office Suite; and, arts and crafts, sports and games.

• Ability to work effectively in a team setting and with children, families, staff and community partners and contacts in a professional manner; resolve conflicts and complex problems; and work efficiently and effectively under pressure such as deadlines or emergencies. Performs work across a variety of indoor and outdoor recreation and County facilities, with the ability to travel between multiple work sites as needed. The work schedule varies based on mutually agreed-upon classes, camps, events, and other programs and requires flexibility, including availability for mornings, evenings, and weekends.

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