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Recreation Leader II - Esports

Government Jobs, Seminole, Florida, United States, 33772

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E-Sports Program Coordinator

The City of Seminole is seeking a responsible, professional individual to assist in providing a variety of opportunities for the Seminole Community involvement in recreation activities, including activities related to e-sports, gaming, and related tournaments. The e-sports program is a fast-developing initiative and this role is designed to support the development of Seminole Recreation e-sports program. We are looking for a candidate who is familiar with an array of e-sports games on PC and gaming consoles. The ideal candidate should have familiarity with assessing program feasibility to help us determine which e-sports programs to pursue, including thinking through all of the logistical challenges. This position will also be responsible for assisting at the front desk with program registration, customer service, member registration, and other administrative duties. May also be required to assist patrons in the aquatic center and assisting with special events. Duties will include coordinating and facilitating e-sports tournaments, leagues, watch parties and various related e-sports activities/programs. This is a 40 hour a week position, and hours will vary depending on the needs of the program and facility. Work days will primarily be Tuesday-Saturday. Hours will include open e-sport lounge time as well as tournament and program times. Additionally, candidates may be assigned to assist any of the following program areas: Front Desk, Sports Programs, Fitness Programs and assisting with Aquatics and Special Events. Candidates for this position will be screened through the Department of Children and Families. Information about Florida Care provider screenings and the Screening Clearinghouse can be found here: https://info.flclearinghouse.com Examples of Duties

The essential functions of the classification include, but are not limited to, the functions below and are subject to changes in operational necessity. E-sports Programs: Assist Program Coordinator by developing an e-sports program, creating social media posts, market and enroll participants, provide timely updates on statues of e-sports programming, events and related initiatives. This position will also update equipment as needed; ensure equipment and facility is secure and supervise participants. Customer Service: Responsibilities include assisting patrons with check-in, taking payments, answering multi-line telephones, meeting and anticipating client needs in a dynamic environment and other various clerical duties as assigned. Facilities: May be responsible for opening and closing facilities, setting up tables and chairs, orientation and facility tours to renters, assisting with audio/visual needs, monitoring events to ensure that all activities and participants are in compliance with facility rules and policies. Additional Responsibilities: Assists in computerized program registrations and collecting fees. Keeps records of equipment assigned to area or facility; issues recreational equipment to participants. Deals frequently with the public, tactfully and diplomatically. Enforces rules and regulations of the Recreation Division to maintain order and discipline among participants. Leads and coordinates groups in organized recreational activities at an assigned facility and specific programs. Maintains attendance records of participants to assigned programs. Assists in the overall recreation and leisure function by making sure equipment is available and set up properly. Develops, plans, and implements a wide variety of recreational tournaments and other sports programs. Assists the general public by providing information regarding the various programs and services provided by the Recreation Division. Opens, closes, or secures a facility; takes all precautions to maintain participant safety. Maintains assigned recreation area or facility, including set up and break down of equipment and performing minor custodial services as required. May direct and/or supervise recreation and leisure programs such as games, sports, music, dancing, arts and crafts, nature activities, camping, informal group activities, pre-school programs, summer camp activities, etc. Prepares reports as required by the Recreation Director. Greets the public in a courteous manner, both in person and on the telephone, and answers questions and provides information as appropriate. Performs daily safety inspections of the Recreation Division to ensure all elements of the facility are in compliance with established safety policies and procedures. Assists in the preparation and distribution of promotional materials (flyers, news releases, bulletins). Develops and implements the appropriate guidelines for purposes of preventing/minimizing injuries and accidents. Investigates and reports accidents as required by established departmental/divisional and City Personnel Policies and Procedures. May prepare arts and crafts projects for special events. May assist with the preparation and maintenance of publicity materials such as flyers and bulletin boards throughout the Recreation Division. Organizes, promotes, implements, teaches/instructs, and/or supervises a variety of recreational and leisure programs on a regularly scheduled basis such as seniors badminton, seniors bowling, youth archery, minors baseball, minors soccer. Organizes, promotes, implements, and supervises special events such as winter, spring, and summer camps. Sets up all programs, trains and supervises Staff Counselors, and administers all the day-to-day activities of the camp. Responsible for the total development of all assigned programs including purchase requisitions, publicity, delegation of assignments, and evaluation of the programs. Practices and enforces departmental/divisional policies and procedures and the City's Personnel Policies and Procedures. Ability to manage and motivate assigned personnel to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the delivery of all services by the Division and to promote team unity. Ensures Division employees are cognizant of creating good public relations in the performance of their duties and performs their assigned tasks accordingly. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of all departmental/divisional policies and procedures and the City's Personnel Policies and Procedures. Strives to maximize effective communications between assigned personnel, other employees throughout the City, and the general public. Performs other job-related duties that are consistent with assigned Division responsibilities. Responsible for the pool area, regulates activities that may be dangerous to others or to city property. Maintains records of equipment and chemicals assigned to area. Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities: Minimum of an Associate in Arts or Associate in Science Degree from an accredited college with a minimum of three (3) years of employment experience in Parks and Recreation, or a Bachelor in Arts or Science Degree, with one (1) year of employment experience in Parks and Recreation, or a closely related field. Must be eighteen (18) years of age minimum. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public. Ability to work effectively with children, young adults, and other adults of all ages. Ability to become reasonably proficient in recreational activities as needed. Ability to resolve minor disciplinary problems with firmness and tact. Ability to lead assigned recreational activities. Ability to instruct participants in the fundamentals of a variety of team sports, and/or specialized recreational activities. Ability to operate a computer. Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally. Ability to work flexible hours and weekends. Ability to think clearly and use independent judgment in routine and non-routine situations which may occur. Knowledge of the rules and regulations governing a variety of recreational games, programs, and activities. Licenses, Certifications or Registrations: Possession of a valid Florida driver license. Ability to obtain a Class C CDL driver's license within 6 (six) months of employment. Ability to obtain certification in CPR, First Aid, and AED within the first six (6) months of employment. A seasonal, temporary employee must obtain certification with the first week of the assigned program. Ability to pass rigid background investigation as required by the City and the Florida Department of Children and Families. Physical Requirements: Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing. Ability to utilize a computer keyboard or a computer. Ability to perform light to heavy lifting up to 45lbs and to perform some custodial duties at the assigned facilities. Performance of duties requires frequent walking, standing, bending, kneeling, stooping, pulling, and reaching. Working Conditions: Performs administrative and supervisory work in both an office environment and outside in varying and inclement weather conditions at Recreation facilities and City-sponsored events. Supplemental Information

Standards for Professional Appearance: The image that the City of Seminole projects to the public is reflected in the appearance of our employees. Simply stated, employees should look clean, neat, well-groomed and should be dressed safely and appropriately for the work they will be doing. Employees are expected to use good judgement in their appearance and grooming, keeping in mind the nature of their work and the professional image that we wish to project to our community as representatives of the local government. Below are a few guidelines for professional appearance: Clothing should be neat, clean, appropriate