Job Description
The City of Delray Beach does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability, marital status, family status or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services
Non-Smoking:
The City of Delray Beach is a Non-Tobacco Workplace. The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco or nicotine products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of "tobacco or nicotine products" includes but is not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes, snuff, e-cigarettes and nicotine patches or gum.
This is technical and responsible work in the planning, scheduling, marketing and coordination of specific programs at designated recreational facilities. This work involves supervising and organizing activities for participants of varying ages. Work is performed under general supervision of a Recreation Supervisor.
Essential Job Duties
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- Plans, coordinates and supervises various recreational activities, games, programs, field trips, events and sporting activities for age groups between pre-school aged to senior citizens
- Supervise a specified group of participants (adults and children) indoors and outdoors, some with special needs.
- Provide and maintain a safe environment for the participants and complete injury and/or incident reports, as required.
- Conduct Crisis Response Drills, Fire Drills, and all emergency preparedness procedures;
- Assist with routine maintenance as assigned inside and outside of facility.
- Drive recreation van on required field trips
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Foster positive employee relations and employee morale on a City-wide basis.
For the On-Call Recreation Leader
- Employee is responsible on an as-needed basis for assisting in the planning, organizing, and coordinating comprehensive recreational programs.
- This includes but is not limited to short-term community interest classes, cultural programs, special events, front desk shifts, and rentals on an as needed basis.
- The incumbent may conduct, participate in and/or supervise leisure activities for all ages.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School graduation or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma, at least 18 years of age at time of application
- Six (6) months of verifiable experience in childcare, recreation programming, customer service or related field.
- Must possess a valid State of Florida Driver's License, with a good driving record.
- Must possess or obtain CPR, AED, and First Aid Certification within 30 days of hire.
- Child Development Accreditation preferred.
- Knowledge of Logic Pro 10 for positions assigned to 505 Teen Center Recording Studio
Additional for Out Of School Programs
- Have all current certification requirements including but not limited to valid and current 45-hour childcare license, and all other certifications as required by City, County and State for After-School program. CDL license is a plus.
- Ability to pass scheduled physical exams in compliance with Florida Department of Health.
High School Student Employees Applicable For 505 Teen Center:
- Must be in High School, at least 16 years of age at time of application.
- Six (6) months of verifiable volunteer or paid experience in childcare, recreation programming or related field.
- Must possess a valid State of Florida Driver's License or Learners Permit.
- Must possess or obtain CPR, AED, and First Aid Certification within 30 days of hire.
Knowledge of the fundamentals of recreation. Knowledge of types of facilities and materials required to perform essential functions. Ability to provide excellent customer service. Knowledge of MS Office software. Knowledge of the City's policies, procedures, and practices. Skill in policy interpretation and application. Ability to safely operate a recreational van, with or without passengers. Ability to analyze and adjust special activities to the needs and structure of participating groups. Ability to work independently and to adhere to established policies and procedures. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, parents, employees and the general public. Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form. Ability to manage and prioritize routine, specialized and complex assignments and problems utilizing knowledge acquired through prior education, training, and experience. Ability to adapt to an evolving and continually improving environment. Punctuality and regular attendance are essential functions of this position.
The abilities expected of all employees include being able to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies, be appropriately groomed and attired so as to present a professional image in accordance with the organization’s mission, goals, and policies; report for work promptly and properly prepared at the time and place required by the assignment or orders; notify the appropriate supervisor of intended absences in accordance with stated rules; conform with standards and rules regarding use of accrued time; demonstrate a polite, helpful and courteous manner when engaged in any activity with the public; operate and care for equipment to manufacturer’s specifications and/or within the specified parameters; demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the public and colleagues.
A comparable combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position, may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
Supplemental Information
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear, use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with both hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stand. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Works inside and occasionally outside.
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