Senior Recreation Leader - Recreation Center

Under regular supervision, performs responsible professional work planning, organizing and supervising the activities and operations of a community recreation center; does related work as required.

• Plans, schedules, assigns and supervises the work of staff under the direction of the Senior Recreation Center Supervisors.

• Assist with scheduling of activities and programs; leads certain recreation activities and supervises others in leading activities at a center.

• Works closely with parents and the public in developing center programs and proper use of facilities.

• Supervises participants utilizing recreation center; assists in determining recreation interests of participants and planning programs to meet these needs; assists supervisor in program execution.

• Issues games and equipment; works with groups to develop programs and meeting space.

• Plans and develops schedules for gymnasium and supervises activities within the gym area.

• assist with planning and implementing local center leagues, camps, and after-school programming for youth and teen participants; assist in development and participation in various special events; prepares special and periodic reports.

• keeps financial records.

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in recreation, physical education or related field.

Requirement of two (2) years responsible recreation experience in programming and a minimum one (1) year supervisory experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of the techniques and methods of organizing group recreational activities; knowledge of community organizations and resources; ability to instruct youth, children and adults in various sports and games and in group participation events; ability to supervise the activities of staff; ability to plan and direct a varied center program and to win the support and enthusiasm of participants; ability to develop and maintain effective public relationships; ability to speak before public gatherings; ability to keep records and prepare reports.

• Valid Drivers License (Required)

• CPR/First Aid

• Certified Recreation & Parks Professional (CPRP)