Regional Recreation Specialist - College Park Center

REPOST: PRIOR APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY

Who We Are

Orlando, The City Beautiful

For most of Orlando's history we've been the place everyone wants to visit. Today, we're also the place where everyone wants to live and do business. List after list has Orlando as one of the fastest growing cities in America. We're transitioning from our role as the young upstart to a more mature, global city.

This didn't happen by accident. Together as a community, we developed a shared vision for our city focused on creating partnerships and we've transformed Orlando from a place that was packed with potential into a city on the rise.

Our vision ensures we are an inclusive, compassionate community that is generating jobs, becoming the most sustainable city in the nation, keeping our community safe, making it easier to get around, and increasing the quality of life. Together, we can continue realizing all our city's potential.

Come be part of our community with the City of Orlando.

NATURE OF WORK:

Performs specialized work in the area of recreation and leisure services. Responsible for performing activities of average difficulty at an assigned recreation area. Under general supervision, the employee performs tasks that include leading, supervising, and officiating at a variety of sports, games, and programs. Assists in administrative procedures involved in the design and conduct of recreation programs. May be responsible for a City of Orlando-wide program and may work out of several centers of different levels. Exercises some initiative and independent judgment in planning and conducting playground or center activities for all ages. Work is reviewed through periodic observation by a Regional Center Supervisor while in progress and through reports submitted. Some work is performed outdoors, and the employee is exposed to weather conditions, including heat. Work at night and on weekends required. This position differs from a Recreation Specialist in that the position is assigned to a regional center and the employee in this class serves as assistant supervisor.

Required to work nights and weekends.

Minimum Requirements

High school Diploma or equivalent, plus two (2) years of experience in organized recreation and/or leisure services field required; or an equivalent combination of related education. Polygraph and criminal background check required. A valid Florida Driver's License is required.

VALID DRIVER LICENSE MUST BE PRESENTED AT TIME OF INTERVIEW. VALID FLORIDA DRIVER LICENSE MUST BE PRESENTED WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE.

IMPORTANT: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@orlando.gov or 407.246.2062.

Supplemental Information

City of Orlando Benefits

If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:

• Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;

• Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;

• Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or

• Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree

01

Do you have a valid driver license from the State of Florida?

• Yes

• No

02

A valid driver license from any state is required for this position. If you possess a Florida DL, enter the DL number (no dashes or spaces) and expiration date in the space provided. Please follow the format shown: Example: X123123121230 Exp 01/01/2022 If you possess a valid driver license from another state or country, enter OTHER STATE. If you do not possess a valid driver license at this time, enter NONE.

03

What is the highest level of education obtained?

• Less than High School

• High School graduate or equivalent (GED)

• Technical School graduate

• Some College (less than 60 semester hours)

• Associate degree or equivalent (60 or more semester credits)

• Bachelor degree (120 or more semester credits)

• Master degree

• Doctorate degree

04

How much full-time work experience do you have in organized recreation and/or leisure services field?

You must provide details in your application or resume.

• None

• Some but less than two years

• Between two and four years

• Between four and six years

• More than six years

05

Are you willing and able to work nights and weekends?

• Yes

• No

06

Are you willing to submit to a polygraph examination?

• Yes

• No

07

Briefly summarize your knowledge of this position.

Required Question

Agency City of Orlando