Recreation Leader I (Athletics)

Recreation Leader I (Athletics)

Salary

$17.89 - $28.59 Hourly

Location

126 N. St. Andrews Street, Dothan, AL

Job Type

FULL TIME

Job Number

136-26-01

Department

Leisure Services

Opening Date

07/15/2026

Closing Date

7/28/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
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Description

This position is responsible for leading and participating in the implementation of assigned leisure services programs and for participating in the maintenance of assigned facilities.

Major Duties

• Plans, organizes, and implements assigned programs, including aquatics programs, athletic programs, and non-athletic leisure services programs.
• Coordinates the maintenance of program equipment and supply inventories; makes approved purchases; distributes equipment, uniforms, and supplies to appropriate parties.
• Coordinates program recruitment and registration.
• Assists in reviewing programs for quality assurance; assists in assessing the need to discontinue, revise, or develop new programs.
• Prepares and delivers programming and instruction as assigned.
• Trains and supervises part-time, seasonal program, and maintenance staff, coaches, and volunteers.
• Supervises and participates in the maintenance of facilities, pools, tennis courts, parks, fields, grounds, etc.
• Operates a variety of grounds maintenance equipment; mows grass, cuts weeds, repairs landscaping, and collects litter, leaves, and debris.
• Prepares courts, pools, fields and other facilities for lessons, practices, games, matches, and tournaments.
• Assists in coordinating a variety of special tournaments, programs, and events.
• Assists in the preparation and services of congregate meals as assigned.
• Enforces department and city policies and procedures.
• Responds to questions, concerns, and complaints from the public and other interested parties.
• Documents any accident or incident or failure to adhere to set policies.
• Ensures compliance with all program guidelines and safety requirements.
• Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of athletic and other leisure services program management principles.
• Knowledge of sports associations rules and bylaws.
• Knowledge of grounds and facility maintenance principles.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in the management and supervision of personnel.
• Skill in planning.
• Skill in decision making and problem solving.
• Skill in interpersonal relations and dealing with the public.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Ability to coordinate recreational activities involving several participates.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The supervisor assigns work in terms of specific instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include program, city, and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of related supervisory, program implementation, and maintenance duties. The variety of tasks to be performed contributes to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to lead and participate in assigned recreation programs and in the maintenance of assigned facilities. Successful performance in this position contributes to the efficient and effective delivery of recreation services to the public.

CONTACTS

• Contacts are typically with coworkers, other city personnel, volunteers, part-time staff, vendors, and the public.
• Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, provide services, and motivate persons.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects up to 50lbs, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.
• The work is typically performed in an office, in athletic facilities, and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. Work may require the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

This position has direct supervision over assigned personnel.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from standard senior high school or GED, as recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA); and

• One (1) year recent experience in a specialty, such as recreation/athletics, aquatics, therapeutics, or seniors.

• Graduation from an accredited* college or university with an Associate's degree in Recreation, Physical Education, or closely related field preferred.

• Certification in any of the following preferred:

• Alabama Recreation and Parks Association (ARPA) Professional Recreator Certificate

• Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) Certification

• CPR/First Aid Instructor

• Certified Festival & Event Associate (CFEA) Certification

• Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP)

• Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI)

• Certified Pool Operator (CPO)

• Certified Sports Field Manager (CSFM)

• Certified Sports Official (Such as Dixie Youth, Special Olympics, etc.)

• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)

• Certified Youth Sports Administrator

• Group Fitness Instructor (From an Accredited Institution/Program)

• NASP Basic Archery Instructor or USA Archery - Level I Instructor Certification

• Ornamental and Turf Pest Control Supervisor or Custodial (OTPS/OTPC) Certification

• Personal Trainer Certification (From an Accredited Institution/Program)

• ServSafe Manager Certificate

• Trail Maintenance, Management, and/or Master Certification

• Turfgrass Management Certification

• Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certification

• Accredited through an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT/PROMOTION/DEMOTION/TRANSFER

Employees are required to complete Certification of Understanding & Condition of Employment/Promotion/Transfer Form at time of hire. (See condition for details.)

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• A valid driver license and an acceptable driving record. (PBA09/10/01)

• Employees in this position are required to obtain/maintain an American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR/AED certificate within one (1) year of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer.

• An applicant for this position is subject to various background investigations up to and including a criminal, credit, past employment, and reference checks.

• An applicant for this position is subject to a criminal history background check pursuant to the following statutes: §§38-13-1. Ala. Code (1975) et seq., as amended by the Child Care Safety Act (Act of Alabama #2018-278), Act of Alabama 2019-322, or §41-27-10, Ala. Code (1975).

• Employees are required submit to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with the City of Dothan policy, which includes pre-employment and random tests for the duration of employment in this position. (PBA 08/13/12)

• Must meet the City of Dothan's employment physical standards, which include drug/alcohol testing.

Application / Examination

Qualified applicants will be evaluated on training and experience as documented on their application. This evaluation will comprise 100% of their final grade.

Applicants with a disability who feel they need accommodation should contact the Personnel Department on or before the closing date by emailing jobs@dothan.org.

An Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer

The City of Dothan provides a diverse package of benefit programs:

• Vacation: 12 Vacation Days per calendar year

• Holidays: 12 Paid Holidays per calendar year

• Medical and Dental Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Alabama. Rates vary based on coverage selected

• Retirement Plan: Administered through the Retirement Systems of Alabama

• Life Insurance: Administered through Unum Life. No cost for eligible employees

• Military Leave: up to 21 working days per calendar year with Military Orders

• Direct Deposit: Employees may elect to have their payroll check deposited directly into their bank account

• Employee Health Clinic: Industrial Nurse on duty for work related injuries and minor illnesses

Other benefits include: Cafeteria plan, Credit Union, Deferred Compensation plans, Employee Assistance Program, Physical Fitness Program, Jury Duty Leave and more.....

Note: All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.

01

Supplemental Questions: This information will be used to determine your placement on the employment register and if you meet the basic qualifications as listed on the job posting. Therefore, please give detailed descriptions of your job duties. You must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of the application and the Supplemental Questions. Answer all questions as accurately and with as much detail as possible. Some questions request an explanation to support a "yes" answer. Your explanation should contain experience, education, etc., to show that you do possess whatever skill, knowledge or experience being addressed in the question. Employment and volunteer experiences used to answer any of the questions below must be listed on your application. If you use military experience to meet the experience requirements, do not give dates of your entire tour of duty, rather, you should indicate on your employment application, the month and year you began performing these duties and the month and year you stopped.

• I have read and understand the above statement and will submit any required verification or supporting documents by the closing date of this job posting.

02

Which best describes your highest completed level of education? Your education MUST be listed in the education section of your application in order to receive credit.

• None
• High School Diploma or GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or higher

03

Check the appropriate field of study for your degree.

• Recreation
• Physical Education
• Other - Closely Related
• Other - Non Related
• N/A

04

If you checked "Other" in question #3 above, please list your degree/major/field of study, etc. If not applicable, list "N/A"

05

Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience in a specialty, such as recreation/athletics, aquatics, therapeutics, or seniors?

• No experience
• 0 - 0.9 year
• 1 - 1.9 years
• 2 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

06

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #5. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

07

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #5. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

08

Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience in directing, officiating, and participating in recreational activities comparable to those scheduled within the citys parks and community centers?

• No experience
• 0 - 0.9 year
• 1 - 1.9 years
• 2 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

09

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #8. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

10

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #8. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

11

Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) in athletic field maintenance (dragging, lining, packing, and painting lines on baseball, football, soccer fields)?

• No experience
• 0 - 0.9 year
• 1 - 1.9 years
• 2 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

12

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #11. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

13

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #11. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

14

What best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience providing therapeutic recreational activities to special populations such as the mentally or physically ill, aged or disabled in clinical, residential or community based program?

• No experience
• 0 - 0.9 year
• 1 - 1.9 years
• 2 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

15

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #14. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

16

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #14. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

17

Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) lifeguarding or in pool management?

• No experience
• 0 - 0.9 year
• 1 - 1.9 years
• 2 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

18

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #17. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

19

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #17. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

20

Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience planning, organizing, and participating in recreational activities which are directly related to senior adult programs?

• No experience
• 0 - 0.9 year
• 1 - 1.9 years
• 2 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

21

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #20. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

22

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #20. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

23

Check each of the following certifications you currently possess:

In order to receive credit, you must submit a current copy of your certification by the closing date of this advertisement. You may submit by mail or in person to the City of Dothan, Personnel Department, 126 N St. Andrews Street, Room 116, Dothan, AL 36303, or by email to jobs@dothan.org.

• Alabama Recreation and Parks Association (ARPA) Professional Recreator Certificate
• Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) Certification
• CPR/First Aid Instructor
• Certified Festival & Event Associate (CFEA) Certification
• Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP)
• Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI)
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
• Certified Sports Field Manager (CSFM)
• Certified Sports Official (Such as Dixie Youth, Special Olympics, etc.)
• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)
• Certified Youth Sports Administrator
• Group Fitness Instructor (From an Accredited Institution/Program)
• NASP Basic Archery Instructor or USA Archery - Level I Instructor Certification
• Ornamental and Turf Pest Control Supervisor or Custodial (OTPS/OTPC) Certification
• Personal Trainer Certification (From an Accredited Institution/Program)
• ServSafe Manager Certificate
• Trail Maintenance, Management, and/or Master Certification
• Turfgrass Management Certification
• Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certification
• Other closely related certification
• N/A

24

If you checked "Other closely related certification" in question #23 above, please list your certification. If not applicable, list "N/A"

25

Do you possess an American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR/AED certification?

In order to receive credit, you must submit a current copy of your certification by the closing date of this advertisement. You may submit by mail or in person to the City of Dothan, Personnel Department, 126 N St. Andrews Street, Room 116, Dothan, AL 36303, or by email to jobs@dothan.org.

• Yes
• No

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This position requires an American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR/AED certification. Are you willing to obtain and maintain this certification within one (1) year of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer?

• Yes, I am willing to obtain and maintain the required certificate.
• No, I am not willing to obtain/maintain the required certificate.

27

This is to certify that I have read and understand the Certification of Understanding & Condition of Employment/Promotion/Demotion/Transfer Form for this position with the City of Dothan, Alabama.

Click here to view form.

Failure to check "I Agree/Understand" discontinues the application process. (A signed form will be requested at time of hire, promotion, transfer or demotion.)

• I Agree/Understand
• I Disagree

28

Do you have a valid operator drivers license and an acceptable driving record?

Click here to view the City of Dothans Motor Vehicle Policy.

• Yes
• No

29

An applicant for this position is subject to a criminal history background check pursuant to the following statutes: §§38-13-1. Ala. Code (1975) et seq., as amended by the Child Care Safety Act (Act of Alabama #2018-278), Act of Alabama 2019-322, or §41-27-10, Ala. Code (1975). Do you understand and agree to the above requirement?

• Yes, I understand I am subject to the background checks as stated.

30

I understand that once my application has been submitted for this specific position that I WILL NOT be able to make any changes to it. Any changes to my master application will only be reflected in any future positions for which I may apply. Should I desire to have updated information included for this specific position I should contact the Personnel/Human Resources office at (334) 615-3180 for assistance.

• Yes, I Understand

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Note: Before submitting your application, be sure to review your application for completeness and accuracy. Your examination score will be based on the information you have provided on your application and this supplemental questionnaire. Failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in your application being rejected or receiving a lower score. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete employment information to include the name of your employer, your official job title, dates of employment (from-to, month/year), hours worked per week, and a detailed description of your duties for each job listed on your application. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the application or supplemental questionnaire.

• I understand that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected or receiving a lower examination score.

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Employer City of Dothan

Address 126 North Saint Andrews Street

Room 116

Dothan, Alabama, 36303

Phone 334.615.3180

Website http://www.dothan.org