Salary
$31,980.00 - $32,250.00 Annually
Location
Michigan, MI
Job Type
Certified-Regular Civil Service
Job Number
20251453026ASMW
Department
Recreation
Opening Date
08/11/2025
Closing Date
8/25/2025 3:29 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
1010-AFSCME Supv Local 2394 Recreation
Description
GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT RECREATION DIVISION
RECREATION LEADER
Under general supervision, conducts and assists in organizing recreational activities at playgrounds, play fields, play centers, school facilities, gymnasiums, recreation centers or other recreation facilities.
Examples of Duties
- Organizes and directs free play and planned group activities at playgrounds, playfields, play centers, school facilities, gymnasiums, recreation centers or other recreation facilities.
- Organizes and provides instructions for a variety of group games including, but not limited to, softball, basketball, volleyball, and double dutch.
- Directs recreation related classes and activities including but not limited to sewing, storytelling, dancing, aerobics, and handicrafts.
- Directs seasonal recreation personnel, volunteers, enrichment providers, or vendors to assist in conducting recreational activities.
- Interprets rules and encourages participation in recreational activities and games.
- Arranges social functions with community groups.
- Ensures that recreational equipment and apparatus are safe, properly utilized, stored, and maintained.
- Ensures that groups and/or individuals have valid permits for the use of recreational facilities.
- Maintains records and reports of activities.
- Attends staff meetings and training sessions.
- Monitors recreational activities to ensure adherence to rules and safety procedures.
- Administers basic first aid.
Please be prepared to submit (3) references. Please attach a copy of your resume & all relevant documentation to your application.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School graduation or G.E.D., completion of two years of college coursework, and two years of experience in conducting organized recreational activities required
- Bachelor's degree with specialization in recreation, physical education or a related field preferred.
Supplemental Information
Evaluation Plan
- Interview: 70%
- Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%
- Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%
- Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points
- Detroit Residency Credit: 15 point
Individuals entering this class are required to complete a training course in basic first aid to attain permanent status in this class.
Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
KNOWLEDGE OF
- Objectives and purposes of organized recreational activities.
- Rules and basic use of equipment associated with group games.
- First aid methods.
- Organizing and directing recreational activities and games.
- Administering basic first aid.
- Leading and instructing groups in athletic and other recreational activities.
- Physical agility.
ABILITY TO
- Engage individual and group participants in recreation events and activities.
- Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Interact effectively with departmental personnel and the general public with tact and diplomacy.
This job may involve lifting tables, chairs and other objects needed to properly execute the event. It also involves participating in games and activities with children, adults, and groups. The intensity level of activity can vary from low to high depending on activity.
Licenses, Certifications, and Other Special Requirements: Individuals entering this class are required to complete a training course in basic first aid to attain permanent status in this class.
Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.
Physical Demands: This job may involve lifting tables, chairs, and other objects needed to properly execute the event. It also involves participating in games and activities with children, adults, and groups. The intensity level of activity can vary from low to high depending on activity.
Work Environment: Work is performed within a recreation center or municipal park including playgrounds, swimming pools, gymnasiums, and other city facilities and outside areas. Work is performed indoors and outdoors with exposure to all seasonal conditions
EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:
HEALTH
The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,
RETIREMENT BENEFITS
City Employees Retirement System
As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:
ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.
Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.
HEALTH
- Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
- Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.
- Sick Leave
- Vacation
- Holidays
The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,
RETIREMENT BENEFITS
City Employees Retirement System
As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:
- Completion of thirty (30) years of service;
- At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or
- At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.
- In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);
- An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;
- Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.
ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.
Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.
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