Recreation Leader (Suffolk Art Gallery)
Government Jobs, Suffolk, Virginia, United States, 23434
Job Title: Recreation Leader
Under general supervision, performs various tasks and assignments to lead and assist in the implementation of recreation programs, exhibits, and activities. Supervises programs conducted in the Parks and Recreation facilities. Primary duties will take place at the Suffolk Art Gallery. Serves on committees to plan and implement programs, events and activities. Performs routine administrative tasks to complete required paperwork. Essential Job Functions: Interacts with the general public in person and by phone; provides information about programs and activities; registers participants; issues and checks membership cards; receives fees; enforces rules and regulations of the Suffolk Art Gallery. Sets up and takes down equipment used for classes and events; maintains, stores, and monitors inventory of equipment. This will include climbing ladders, carrying/handling art, and moving exhibit equipment. Participates in programs, classes, activities, and events; leads crafts, games and other activities for children. Assists in cleaning and maintaining the Suffolk Art Gallery. Performs routine administrative tasks for the department; collects funds; prepares deposits as requested; performs routine data entry, record keeping, filing, faxing, and copying documents. Provides assistance and input regarding programs, participants, and volunteers. Operates a personal computer and other equipment necessary to complete essential functions to include word processing, e-mail and other programs. Communicates with supervisors, employees, other departments, vendors, the public and outside agencies; attends various meetings as required. May assist with planning and preparation for the department's special events to include preparing flyers, receiving application for upcoming events, making phone contacts, sending out correspondence, purchasing of smaller items for special events. May assist with special events. May be assigned to work with senior citizens and create programs especially for them. Performs other related duties as required. Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent with one to two years' experience in a customer service role with direct interaction with adults and children ; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Experience with handling or creating art is preferred but not required. CPR & First Aid Certifications preferred. Must possess and maintain CPR & First Aid Certifications within six months of employment. Requires a valid driver's license. This position will implement art programs and events for the public; install gallery exhibits; archive art collections. Some evening, weekend and holiday work will be required.
Under general supervision, performs various tasks and assignments to lead and assist in the implementation of recreation programs, exhibits, and activities. Supervises programs conducted in the Parks and Recreation facilities. Primary duties will take place at the Suffolk Art Gallery. Serves on committees to plan and implement programs, events and activities. Performs routine administrative tasks to complete required paperwork. Essential Job Functions: Interacts with the general public in person and by phone; provides information about programs and activities; registers participants; issues and checks membership cards; receives fees; enforces rules and regulations of the Suffolk Art Gallery. Sets up and takes down equipment used for classes and events; maintains, stores, and monitors inventory of equipment. This will include climbing ladders, carrying/handling art, and moving exhibit equipment. Participates in programs, classes, activities, and events; leads crafts, games and other activities for children. Assists in cleaning and maintaining the Suffolk Art Gallery. Performs routine administrative tasks for the department; collects funds; prepares deposits as requested; performs routine data entry, record keeping, filing, faxing, and copying documents. Provides assistance and input regarding programs, participants, and volunteers. Operates a personal computer and other equipment necessary to complete essential functions to include word processing, e-mail and other programs. Communicates with supervisors, employees, other departments, vendors, the public and outside agencies; attends various meetings as required. May assist with planning and preparation for the department's special events to include preparing flyers, receiving application for upcoming events, making phone contacts, sending out correspondence, purchasing of smaller items for special events. May assist with special events. May be assigned to work with senior citizens and create programs especially for them. Performs other related duties as required. Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent with one to two years' experience in a customer service role with direct interaction with adults and children ; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Experience with handling or creating art is preferred but not required. CPR & First Aid Certifications preferred. Must possess and maintain CPR & First Aid Certifications within six months of employment. Requires a valid driver's license. This position will implement art programs and events for the public; install gallery exhibits; archive art collections. Some evening, weekend and holiday work will be required.