Recreation Leader I
City of Largo, Mission, KS, United States
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Effectively manages assignments and priorities to ensure the fulfillment of projects, tasks, and responsibilities•
Plans and executes leisure activities such as sports, arts and crafts, drama, special events, environmental education, tours, field trips, etc.; participates in teaching one or more leisure activities; may supervise a group of children, including planning activities and administering discipline in a camp situation or after school program•
Staff assigned to nature parks works with an environmental education focus, creates, and updates park displays and exhibits; handles wildlife for educational purposes, and performs general park maintenance**EMERGENCY RESPONSE STATUS**: As a condition of employment, City of Largo employees will be required to work as directed during an undeclared and/or a declared emergency. All employees are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the normal work location, and may include duties other than those specified in the official job description.•
Some experience in recreation setting or customer service preferred•
**Team Members under the age of 18 will be restricted from the following tasks:**•
High School Diploma or general education diploma (GED) required•
Some experience in a recreation setting, customer service, or childcare programs preferred•
Completion of License Board training requirements within one year of hire date**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:** •
Have the ability to:◦
take initiative and prioritize tasks40% inside a climate-controlled building; 60% outside, which may include driving. Depending on the assignment, work environments may vary significantly.
**Physical Requirements:** The essential functions of the job require: sitting approximately two (2) hours per day, standing approximately four (4) hours per day, and walking approximately two (2) hours per day. The work often requires bending/stooping, climbing, crawling, fine manipulations, grasping, kneeling, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, lifting/carrying of objects weighing up to 15 pounds, lifting/carrying of objects weighing 15 to 44 pounds, and lifting/carrying of objects weighing 45 pounds and over.
**Sensory Requirements:** Hearing: Ability to understand what others are saying in normal conversation in person and on the telephone, and to hear children. Speaking: Ability to communicate orally with others in person and on the telephone Seeing: Ability to see and read computer monitor screens, supervise children, and if assigned, drive and perform tennis court maintenance.
**Driving Requirements**: Staff members under the age of 18 years old are **NOT** permitted to drive. Staff members aged 18 years or older may occasionally drive and must possess a valid Florida Class E Driver's License.
**Technology**: The work requires ability to operate telephones, smartphones, tablets, laminators, photocopiers, printers, desktop and/or laptop computers, calculators, park radios, and all associated software. The City of Largo is an exceptional place to work and live! As the third largest city in Pinellas County and the fourth largest in the Tampa Bay area, Largo offers the perfect blend of convenience and charm. Located near world-class beaches and top regional attractions, the City provides a picturesque natural setting and an outstanding quality of life.Largo’s award-winning parks system spans nearly 500 acres and includes 20 parks and 11 miles of scenic walking trails, offering abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation and connection with nature. **About the Organization**The organization serves over 84 thousand residents and 3 thousand businesses by providing superior services that inspire community pride. The organization is made up of 12 departments with a shared strategic focus on sustainability, public health & safety, and community pride.Largo is committed to building a High-Performance Organization (HPO) model to intentionally support flexibility, resiliency, and leadership capacity at all levels of the organization. HPO empowers individuals to participate in meaningful projects and initiatives to promote employee and community engagement.As a national Top Workplace, Largo is recognized for its innovative, collaborative, and passionate workforce. Team members enjoy competitive pay, robust professional development opportunities, generous benefits and leave packages, and a healthy work-life balance. With its family-friendly atmosphere, tree-lined streets, and award-winning parks, Largo offers more than just a workplace, we offer a community. Every day, we work toward our vision of being the Community of Choice in Tampa Bay, Naturally! **About our Benefits**Team Members enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, wellness, and financial security of our team members. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; wellness programs; Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Accounts (HSA); paid life insurance; and AD&D coverage, with optional supplemental life insurance available. Full-time team members participate in a Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan with a generous City match. Public Safety team members participate in retirement plans outlined in their respective union agreements. All team members may enroll in optional Deferred Compensation 457(b) and/or Roth 457(b) plans. Additional benefits include 11 paid holidays, 24/7 access to fitness centers, tuition reimbursement, and ongoing professional development opportunities. For a complete overview of benefits, please review the City of Largo’s . #J-18808-Ljbffr
Effectively manages assignments and priorities to ensure the fulfillment of projects, tasks, and responsibilities•
Plans and executes leisure activities such as sports, arts and crafts, drama, special events, environmental education, tours, field trips, etc.; participates in teaching one or more leisure activities; may supervise a group of children, including planning activities and administering discipline in a camp situation or after school program•
Staff assigned to nature parks works with an environmental education focus, creates, and updates park displays and exhibits; handles wildlife for educational purposes, and performs general park maintenance**EMERGENCY RESPONSE STATUS**: As a condition of employment, City of Largo employees will be required to work as directed during an undeclared and/or a declared emergency. All employees are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the normal work location, and may include duties other than those specified in the official job description.•
Some experience in recreation setting or customer service preferred•
**Team Members under the age of 18 will be restricted from the following tasks:**•
High School Diploma or general education diploma (GED) required•
Some experience in a recreation setting, customer service, or childcare programs preferred•
Completion of License Board training requirements within one year of hire date**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:** •
Have the ability to:◦
take initiative and prioritize tasks40% inside a climate-controlled building; 60% outside, which may include driving. Depending on the assignment, work environments may vary significantly.
**Physical Requirements:** The essential functions of the job require: sitting approximately two (2) hours per day, standing approximately four (4) hours per day, and walking approximately two (2) hours per day. The work often requires bending/stooping, climbing, crawling, fine manipulations, grasping, kneeling, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, lifting/carrying of objects weighing up to 15 pounds, lifting/carrying of objects weighing 15 to 44 pounds, and lifting/carrying of objects weighing 45 pounds and over.
**Sensory Requirements:** Hearing: Ability to understand what others are saying in normal conversation in person and on the telephone, and to hear children. Speaking: Ability to communicate orally with others in person and on the telephone Seeing: Ability to see and read computer monitor screens, supervise children, and if assigned, drive and perform tennis court maintenance.
**Driving Requirements**: Staff members under the age of 18 years old are **NOT** permitted to drive. Staff members aged 18 years or older may occasionally drive and must possess a valid Florida Class E Driver's License.
**Technology**: The work requires ability to operate telephones, smartphones, tablets, laminators, photocopiers, printers, desktop and/or laptop computers, calculators, park radios, and all associated software. The City of Largo is an exceptional place to work and live! As the third largest city in Pinellas County and the fourth largest in the Tampa Bay area, Largo offers the perfect blend of convenience and charm. Located near world-class beaches and top regional attractions, the City provides a picturesque natural setting and an outstanding quality of life.Largo’s award-winning parks system spans nearly 500 acres and includes 20 parks and 11 miles of scenic walking trails, offering abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation and connection with nature. **About the Organization**The organization serves over 84 thousand residents and 3 thousand businesses by providing superior services that inspire community pride. The organization is made up of 12 departments with a shared strategic focus on sustainability, public health & safety, and community pride.Largo is committed to building a High-Performance Organization (HPO) model to intentionally support flexibility, resiliency, and leadership capacity at all levels of the organization. HPO empowers individuals to participate in meaningful projects and initiatives to promote employee and community engagement.As a national Top Workplace, Largo is recognized for its innovative, collaborative, and passionate workforce. Team members enjoy competitive pay, robust professional development opportunities, generous benefits and leave packages, and a healthy work-life balance. With its family-friendly atmosphere, tree-lined streets, and award-winning parks, Largo offers more than just a workplace, we offer a community. Every day, we work toward our vision of being the Community of Choice in Tampa Bay, Naturally! **About our Benefits**Team Members enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, wellness, and financial security of our team members. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; wellness programs; Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Accounts (HSA); paid life insurance; and AD&D coverage, with optional supplemental life insurance available. Full-time team members participate in a Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan with a generous City match. Public Safety team members participate in retirement plans outlined in their respective union agreements. All team members may enroll in optional Deferred Compensation 457(b) and/or Roth 457(b) plans. Additional benefits include 11 paid holidays, 24/7 access to fitness centers, tuition reimbursement, and ongoing professional development opportunities. For a complete overview of benefits, please review the City of Largo’s . #J-18808-Ljbffr