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Kansas Staffing

Recreation Leader

Kansas Staffing, Salina, Kansas, United States, 67401

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Recreation Leader

Under general supervision, performs a variety of tasks in support of recreational programs, including equipment and material deliveries, monitoring and assisting with the supervision of individual programs, team sports, event set-up and execution, customer service, office duties, and related duties as assigned. Work is of some complexity requiring individual judgment within prescribed standards and procedures. Typical duties include: Planning, organizing, coordinating, promoting, marketing, and supervising year-round baseball activities for youth and adults, instructional programs, special events, athletics, camps, clinics, and other leisure programs; may instruct classes, and lead activities as needed; assists in coordinating and aiding with other Parks & Recreation athletic programs. Assisting in setting up and maintaining Salina Fieldhouse facility for daily operations, rentals, events, and scheduled programs. Scheduling use of, setting up, and/or monitoring rental space and facilities to include Berkley Family Recreation Area for events, tournaments, programs, and related activities; communicating with community organizations; coordinating with field maintenance staff for use and upkeep of equipment and facilities; checking recreation and athletic equipment in and out; maintaining inventory. Planning and conducting registration for recreation activities and rentals; registering program participants; supervising collection of fees and charges for activities; may perform cash handling functions. Participating in recruitment, hiring, and performance evaluations of part-time and seasonal personnel; planning, coordinating and supervising activities of staff, assigners, and coaches; evaluating program effectiveness; maintaining routine attendance and participant progress records as necessary; evaluating performance of participants in instructional programs; keeping accurate records of operations. Performing basic clerical and administrative duties including data entry, record keeping, preparing and processing various documents, maintaining files and daily event logs. Answering questions and telephone inquiries; providing basic program information to participants and the public; verifying membership cards; and serving as public relations ambassador to participants, instructors, and the public. Assisting in maintaining facilities by cleaning and sanitizing areas, sweeping and mopping floors, checking and restocking restrooms, arranging equipment, and any other general required maintenance duties; recommending necessary facility repairs or supply needs to the supervisor for activities & programs; may conduct field maintenance, such as lining fields, raking, and minor manual labor. Assisting in the enforcement of rules, regulations, and safety precautions of municipal facilities; recognizing, avoiding, and reporting unsafe acts, conditions, accidents and injuries; maintaining discipline at indoor/outdoor recreation facilities; instructing various departmental programs explaining the rules or techniques. Assisting the Recreation staff with various tasks to help meet the program services goals; duties will vary according to job assignment. Works varied schedule, including potential nights, weekends and/or holidays. Performs overtime as required and other duties as assigned. Supervises a group of part-time and seasonal workers. May supervise volunteers as needed. Minimum education, training, and experience requirements: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to the following: High school diploma or G.E.D. Associates degree or college courses in recreation administration or related field preferred but not required. Certification or ability to obtain certification as a Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) desired. One (1) year work in recreation programming or athletics administration, including youth & adult baseball, or softball leagues & tournaments; one (1) year supervising, scheduling, & training part-time temporary/seasonal staff or volunteers. Experience coordinating facility rentals & working with maintenance & grounds on event setup. Proficiency with Microsoft Office computer programs, recreation registration, & POS software (e.g., CivicRec, ActiveNet, or RecTrac). Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. Must possess a valid Kan