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City of Coronado

Recreation Leader

City of Coronado, Coronado, California, United States, 92118

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Overview

The City of Coronado is now accepting applications for the

Recreation Leader

position. This posting will be used to fill multiple vacancies across divisions. The questionnaire should indicate your area of interest. The working hours are varied and flexible; employment may be either Seasonal (up to 40 hours per week, not to exceed 89 days) or Temporary (not to exceed 29 hours per week or 1,000 hours per fiscal year). Front Desk & Daily Operations

Location:

Coronado Community Center or John D. Spreckels Center.

Responsibilities:

provide phone and in-person customer service, register patrons for programs, and provide general information. This role may include preparing event spaces for use and maintenance of the center. Youth Programs and Camps

Location:

Community Center, Club Room, or outdoor spaces.

Responsibilities:

assist, develop, and lead recreation activities for youth including after school, preschool, teen activities and camps. Adult Programs/Senior Programs

Location:

Community Center or John D. Spreckels Center.

Responsibilities:

work with adults and seniors, provide customer service to patrons, and may assist, develop, and lead recreation programs. Inclusion

Location:

multiple locations.

Responsibilities:

assist patrons with disabilities with activities. Rental Event Staff

Location:

Community Center, John D. Spreckels Center or Club Room.

Responsibilities:

set up, take down, supervise, and serve as staff liaison during rental events. Facility Rentals

Location:

Community Center.

Responsibilities:

assist with facility rentals including in-person and phone customer service, set up, take down, supervision, and staff liaison during rental events. Day Trips

Responsibilities:

drive trips for participants of all ages to local sites and amusements. Possession of a CDL license with passenger endorsement is required, but training can be provided. Parks & Beaches

Location:

John D. Spreckels Center.

Responsibilities:

work mainly in the field overseeing events, user groups, and programs in Coronado’s parks and beaches. Youth and Adult Sports

Responsibilities:

provide support to youth and adult sport leagues and activities. Coordinate and lead a variety of recreational activities involved in the implementation of recreational programs including sports, special events, after-school, day camps, arts and crafts, and other recreational programs and activities. Observe necessary precautions to ensure the safety of participants; monitor and inspect facilities for needed maintenance; clean facilities as needed. Supervise and monitor the behavior of participants; enforce applicable program rules and regulations; provide disciplinary measures as needed. Promote and coordinate assigned recreation programs and activities; prepare program event and facility marketing materials including news releases, flyers, schedules of events, pamphlets, and brochures. Develop program activities and maintain a calendar of activities; prepare program activity brochures for public distribution; modify program activities and schedules as required. Evaluate activities and programs for needed supplies and equipment; order or obtain supplies; issue supplies and equipment to participants; assist in setting up for activities. Coordinate field trips and special events; organize transportation to and from events and activities. Monitor program performance; recommend and implement modifications to systems and procedures. Maintain records and develop reports concerning activities, programs, and effectiveness. Perform related duties as required. Non-Essential Job Functions

Scope:

Participate in the development of survey instruments; conduct surveys of program participants to determine needs; interpret and record results; adjust programs based on findings. A typical pathway to knowledge and abilities is described below. Experience:

At least two (2) years of responsible experience in assigned recreation program area. Education/Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in recreation, leisure studies, or a related field. Licenses and Certificates:

Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License with a safe driving record. Designated positions require possession or ability to obtain a valid California Commercial Driver's license with Passenger Endorsement. Possession or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid first aid certificate. Possession or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid CPR certificate. Knowledge of:

Operations, services, and activities of assigned recreation activities and programs; basic principles and practices of recreation and leisure services program development and implementation; methods and techniques of organizing and directing assigned recreation activities; rules and equipment used in various recreational activities; methods and techniques of first aid and CPR; appropriate safety precautions and procedures; principles and practices of record keeping. Ability to:

Implement activities; elicit community and organizational support; handle disruptive behavior; respond to emergencies and administer first aid/CPR; respond to public inquiries; interpret and explain City policies; communicate clearly; understand and carry out instructions; establish and maintain effective relationships. The physical demands herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions. Productivity:

Incumbents must perform work in an efficient, effective and timely manner with minimal direction. Mobility:

Incumbents may participate in activities that involve light to moderate lifting and standing, walking, or running for prolonged periods. Vision:

Vision sufficient to read printed documents, observe behavior of participants, and operate assigned equipment. Environment:

May be exposed to inclement weather; work at indoor or outdoor facilities; travel between sites. Other Factors:

May require extended hours including evenings and weekends; may require travel outside City boundaries for meetings. Mandated Reporter:

The person holding this position is a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the City’s policy. A copy of the policy is provided upon request and at the time of pre-employment.

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