Recreation Leader II

Job Summary

Under general supervision, this position works with and oversees Rec Aides in various areas of Parks and Recreation including concession stands, recreation centers or other venues for special events.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statement of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this position. Other duties may be required, assigned and expected aside from those set forth below to address operational needs and changing operational practices.

• Ensuring that assigned facility is open prior to event, operating appropriately and efficiently during the course of the event and locked after event
• Aid in the set-up and smooth operation of all facets of a facility or event
• Address complaints/issues that may arise in a diplomatic, tactful and patient fashion
• Troubleshoots minor issues arising at assigned facility or event
• Working in recreation centers or other venues assisting with various events including event set up/clean up and assisting with routine/non-routine after school and summer programs for children

Qualifications

Education & Experience Guidelines
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities required for this position would be:

Education/Training
High School Education or demonstrated level of proficiency

Experience
3-5 years previous experience working in a recreational or athletic setting with duties of increasing responsibility or leadership in nature

Licenses or Certifications Required
N/A

The following generally describes the knowledge and abilities required in order to successfully perform the assigned duties of the position:

Knowledge of:

• Athletic leagues and rules
• Conflict resolution in addressing customer complaints

Ability to:

• Read to comprehend operator and reference manuals, schedules or other non-complex material
• Write to prepare non-complex forms and records
• Verbally communicate to converse with customers, supervisors and co-workers
• Exercise judgment in tasks involving safety of self and others or efficiency of operations
• Work as a member of team
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner

Physical Demands & Working Environment

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the city encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations needed to perform the essential duties of this position.

Environment: Work location will primarily be outdoors at athletic facilities; however, assignment may also be indoors at recreation facilities

Physical Demands: See accompanying page for details

Key Working Relationship: Other Rec employees, league player, coaches and umpires, event or facility patrons

Applications for this position will be accepted until a pool of 20 applications is received or the position is filled, whichever comes first. Current city employees wishing to apply should send Internal Job Application provided by the Human Resources Department to the HR Director by the deadline stated. (A courtesy copy will be sent to the employee’s department head.)

Applications can be found online (download an application) or picked up at the City of Phenix City Human Resources Department:
1103 Broad Street
Phenix City, AL 36867
Ph: 334 448-2706

Applications are available for pick up and drop off on Mondays from 2 to 5 p.m., Eastern Time, and Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., Eastern Time. You may also email your completed application with the required supporting documents.