Job Listing: Recreation Leader

Name of Organization – City of Suffolk, Parks & Recreation Department

Closes – 12/25/2024

Job Title – Recreation Leader (Suffolk Art Gallery)

Compensation – $16.38/hour

Type – Part-time

Apply –  https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/suffolkva/jobs/4746038/recreation-leader-suffolk-art-gallery

Summary –  Under general supervision, performs various tasks and assignments to lead and assist in the implementation of recreation programs, exhibits, and activities.  Supervises programs conducted in the Parks and Recreation facilities.  Primary duties will take place at the Suffolk Art Gallery.  Serves on committees to plan and implement programs, events and activities.  Performs routine administrative tasks to complete required paperwork.

Responsibilities –

• Interacts with the general public in person and by phone; provides information about programs and activities; registers participants; issues and checks membership cards; receives fees; enforces rules and regulations of the Suffolk Art Gallery.

• Sets up and takes down equipment used for classes and events; maintains, stores, and monitors inventory of equipment. This will include climbing ladders, carrying/handling art, and moving exhibit equipment.
• Participates in programs, classes, activities, and events; leads crafts, games and other activities for children.
• Assists in cleaning and maintaining the Suffolk Art Gallery.
• Performs routine administrative tasks for the department; collects funds; prepares deposits as requested; performs routine data entry, record keeping, filing, faxing, and copying documents.
• Provides assistance and input regarding programs, participants, and volunteers.
• Operates a personal computer and other equipment necessary to complete essential functions to include word processing, e-mail and other programs.
• Communicates with supervisors, employees, other departments, vendors, the public and outside agencies; attends various meetings as required.
• May assist with planning and preparation for the department's special events to include preparing flyers, receiving application for upcoming events, making phone contacts, sending out correspondence, purchasing of smaller items for special events.
• May assist with special events.
• May be assigned to work with senior citizens and create programs especially for them.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent with one to two years' experience in a customer service role with direct interaction with adults and children; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.  Experience with handling or creating art is preferred but not required. CPR & First Aid Certifications preferred. Must possess and maintain CPR & First Aid Certifications within six months of employment.  Requires a valid driver's license.

Supplemental Information

• Ability to determine, calculate, tabulate, or summarize data/information. Includes performing subsequent actions in relation to these computational operations.
• Ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others regarding the application of procedures and standards to specific situations.
• Ability to climb ladders, and lift up to 35 pounds. Experience using a hammer and drill, and basic maintenance equipment.
• Ability to read a variety of reports, informational documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures.
• Ability to prepare required paperwork with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech.
• Ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control, and confidence using correct English and well-modulated voice.
• Ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving a variety of generally pre-defined duties which are often characterized by frequent change.
• Ability to utilize a wide variety of reference and descriptive data and information.
• Ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; the ability to calculate decimals and percentages; the ability to utilize principles of fractions; and the ability to interpret graphs.
• Ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape, visually with job-related equipment.
• Ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under minimal stress when confronted with an emergency.
• Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the City and or departmental practices as they pertain to the performance of duties relating to the position of Recreation Leader.
• Ability to perform various administrative tasks and assignments to support the development of public programming.
• Ability to supervise and coordinate program activities.
• Ability to effectively recruit volunteers for recreation, athletic, and support service programs.
• Skill to interact with adults and children participating in events and activities.
• Ability to present program information and monitor activities.
• Ability to provide input regarding programming activities.
• Knowledge of the terminology, principles and methods utilized within the department.
• Ability to keep abreast of any changes in policy, methods, administrative changes, or related operations updates as they pertain to departmental operations and activities.
• Ability to implement policy changes within the department and ensure adherence to all establishes guidelines, procedures and policies.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with subordinates, supervisors and members of the general public, and all other groups involved in the activities of the department.
• Ability to assemble information and make written reports and documents in a concise, clear, and effective manner.
• Ability to use independent judgment and work with little direct supervision as situations warrant.
• Ability to perform required calculations.
• Knowledge of and proficiency with computers and software programs typically utilized in the position.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret technical reports and related materials.

This position will implement art programs and events for the public; install gallery exhibits; archive art collections.  Some evening, weekend and holiday work will be required.