Recreation Specialist II (Part Time) Community Center - City of Des Moines : Job Details

Recreation Specialist II (Part Time) Community Center

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Recreation Specialist II (Part Time) Community Center

Salary

$17.54 - $20.71 Hourly

Location

Des Moines, IA

Job Type

Regular Less than Half-Time

Job Number

8440-10.2024 CC

Department

Parks

Division

PK201268 - PK Pioneer-Columbus Comm Ctr

Opening Date

11/26/2024

Closing Date

12/13/2024 4:00 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

MEA

Occupational Group

Non-Civil Service

Location of Vacancy

Parks and Recreation

Recruitment

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Selection Method

Applicants deemed most qualified based on qualifications may be contacted for an interview. Qualified applicants who need a reasonable accommodation must inform this office at (515) ###-#### or TTY at Iowa Relay at 711 or 1-800-###-#### at the time of application.

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Distinguishing Features of the Class

Under direction, plans, organizes, supervises and directs a specialized area within the City's recreation division, or a specialized type of recreation activity at a community recreation center or other recreation venue including outdoor events, and performs related work as required.

Assignment Location: Community Recreation Centers

Application Process: Applicants deemed most qualified based on qualifications may be contacted for an interview.

Application Deadline: Applications are accepted until such time a sufficient number of qualified applications is received to fill the positions.

Approximate employment duration: This is a permanent part- time position throughout the year, hours of operations will very based on location and assignment. Scheduled working hours are anticipated to average 20 hours per week.

Acceptable Experience and Training

+ Graduation from high school or GED; and

+ One year of experience facilitating recreational or group activities in areas such as aquatics, athletics, music, arts, childcare, or education.

+ Post-high school education in recreation, leisure services, education or related field may be substituted for the required experience.

Required Special Qualifications

+ Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid, and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) required upon hire (training is provided); and

+ An applicable, valid driver's license is required when work assignment requires driving a vehicle.

+ Candidates for positions in this class must pass a post-employment offer physical examination and drug screen and background check.

Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)

+ Leads programs and instructs participants on facility or program rules.

+ Trains staff in leadership techniques, methods of activity planning, safety and public relations.

+ Works closely with other recreation staff to assure the proper development of assigned activities.

+ Works with community organizations and public to develop their interests in recreation programs.

+ Organizes and supervises one or more recreational activities such as year-round programs, aquatics programs, day camps, trips, arts and cultural activities, nature activities, sports and games, special population activities, equity programs, senior activities or special events.

+ Recruits and trains volunteers to assist with program implementation.

+ Maintains discipline and observes necessary precautions to ensure safety of activity and program participants.

+ Issues and monitors use of recreation supplies and equipment.

+ Maintains attendance and activity statistics and creates and updates regular reports.

+ Collects admissions and program registration fees.

+ Decorates center or venue with seasonal displays.

+ Researches and orders recreation supplies and equipment.

+ Performs minor custodial functions such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, etc. to maintain clean and safe activity space.

+ May drive a vehicle for transportation of program/activity participants.

+ Performs related work as required.