SENIOR RECREATION LEADER

Job Description

Interested parties must complete and submit an official employment application. Applications, resumes, and education requirements can be submitted in PDF format via EMAIL to human_resources@cityofinglewood.org .

POSITION

Under general supervision, supports the daily operations of parks and recreation facilities, including implementing goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and leading various sports, nutrition, cultural, and seasonal special events for youth, teens, adults, and senior citizens.

This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

TASKS:

• Coordinate, schedule, and implement daily activities of City racquet sports programs, including administration of program curriculum, leading program activities;
• Informs program participants , models appropriate behavior, monitors strict adherence to program guidelines, and enforces rules.
• Generate, collect required documentation, maintain records, and prepare reports related to assigned work and special event programs;
• Plan, prioritize, train, and provide technical guidance to staff in the assigned center or program area and assist in evaluations on operations and activities;
• Create promotional literature for quarterly brochures and guide and communicate information to the public, school officials, and community groups about programs;
• Responsible for the appropriate use, maintenance, and storage of all program supplies and equipment

QUALIFICATIONS

A high school diploma or equivalent supplemented by college-level coursework in event planning or recreation management, AND three (3) years of experience assisting programs geared to enhancing the community image and service. Must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to explain and enforce the city’s program policies and procedures effectively to all levels of staff, patrons, and community members. Must possess at the time of application and maintain a valid California Driver’s License.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

• Knowledge of program and event planning techniques, vendor recruitment policies and procedures; planning, organizing, and implementing activities; departmental and city policies and procedures; and quality problem-solving techniques and methods;
• Skilled in training and directing staff and volunteers to ensure program activities are accomplished, providing information to individuals, explaining, implementing, and enforcing city and departmental policies and procedures; problem-solving day-to-day issues and concerns;
• Ability to perform essential duties by exercising sound judgment with little supervision, develop productive teams, establish and maintain a respectful and courteous working relationship with participants, volunteers, staff, and those contacted in the course of work.
• Proficient in using computers, electronic devices, and industry-related software packages to perform essential job duties.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work is performed indoors and outdoors; may be exposed to inclement weather conditions; work and walk on slippery or uneven surfaces; work extended hours, including evenings and weekends. Must have sufficient physical ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods, occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; lift, carry, push, or pull light to moderate amounts of weight (10-50 pounds); See in the normal visual range with or without correction; hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

Only applicants determined to be "most qualified," as reflected by their application materials, will be invited to participate in the examination for this recruitment. Candidates must have access to a computer with internet, video, and audio capabilities to participate in our examination process. The examination may consist of one or more of the following: (1) Training & Experience Evaluation, (2) Writing Exercise, and (3) Qualifications Appraisal Interview with a panel of subject matter experts. Candidates must receive a score of 70 or higher to have their names placed on the active eligibility list for one year. The top three ranks on the Eligibility List will have their application materials forwarded to the hiring authority for a selection interview.

The City of Inglewood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate by age, sex, race, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap status in its employment actions, decisions, policies, and practices.