Job Information
City of Wichita Recreation Leader I - Recreation Centers in Wichita, Kansas
This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13090819
Distinguishing Features of Work
This is entry-level seasonal or part-time public contact work in administering recreation programs and activities, with assignments in a wide variety of areas Recreation Centers, Athletics, Tennis Center, or Watson Park. This position works under the direct supervision of the Recreation Supervisor.
THIS IS A LIMITED PART-TIME POSITION\ The day and hours for this position: varies
Bargaining Unit: No Union Representation
**Posting may close at any time**
Examples of Work Performed
- Assist in the coordination of recreation programs including adult and youth sports, special events, and other recreational activities.
- Responsible for the preparation, set-up and clean-up of baseball, softball and soccer fields.
- Perform a variety of general administrative duties including: answer telephones, assist customers, collect fees, and maintain attendance records.
- Promote the safety of all program participants.
- Assist with the set-up and take-down of tables, chairs, and sports equipment for all facility activities and special events.
- Oversee the regular operations of a community center, fields, and gymnasium facility.
- Respond to patrons\' needs for assistance and information in person and over the phone.
- Operate a variety of standard office equipment including personal computer.
- Officiates or keeps score for sports activities.
- Perform basic custodial duties.
- Sets up and takes down building furnishings and arrangements.
- Completion of work assignments may require operation of a vehicle.
- These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.
- Other job-related duties may be assigned as needed.
Requirements of Work
- Ability to lead and work effectively with program participants.
- Ability to organize and lead recreation activities.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing, and/or by whatever creative means are necessary to cross communication barriers.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with associates, participants and the public.
- Ability to maintain facilities and equipment in a clean, safe, and secure manner.
- Ability to use a personal computer and a variety of computer software.
- Ability to lift and carry equipment, and/or supplies required for the assigned activity up to 25 pounds.
- Availability to work weekends and evenings as needed.
- May require ability to acquire and maintain Child First Aid and CPR Certification.
- May require ability to work outdoors in unpleasant weather conditions.
- May require ability to tolerate airborne nuisances associated with open grounds and windy conditions.
- May require ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas Driver\'s License.
- An employee will not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
Required Experience and Training
Required Experience and Training
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.
Required Experience and Training
- Prior supervisory or leadership experience.
- Prior general customer service experience.
- Participation in recreation activities is highly valued.
- First Aid and CPR certification
Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluat ion of a criminal record check.
Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement.