Recreation Leader III

Job Description

Recreation Leader III (683)

(As-Needed)

Education and Experience

Minimum Requirements:

Completion of forty-five (45) semester units of coursework, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university, preferably with an emphasis in Recreation, Physical Education or a related field; or
Six hundred (600) hours of recreation leadership experience equivalent to the level of Recreation Leader II with the City of Santa Clara; and
Must be at least 18 years of age at time of application

License & Certification

Possession of the following is desirable:

A valid California Class C driver's license
A valid American Red Cross First Aid certificate

Distinguishing Characteristics

The Recreation Leader III is an advanced-level classification in the Recreation Leader series designed for college students who are skilled in several broad types of recreational activities. Under general supervision, an incumbent in this classification is responsible for the planning, organization, development, and leadership of a specific recreation activity or group of several closely related activities in specialty areas such as athletics/sports, aquatics, drama, arts and crafts, music, dance, therapeutics, nature, and camping . The Recreation Leader III may oversee the work of lower-level personnel and may lead and/or conduct clinics, programs, seminars, and similar gatherings in the specialty area. The Recreation Leader III is distinguished from the Recreation Specialist in that the latter exercises a higher degree of independence and holds greater overall program responsibility.

Typical Duties

Each position in this classification may not include all the duties listed below, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be performed.

Under general supervision:

Promotes recreation programs and activitiesin a specialty area; explains rules and regulations
Organizes and leads groups in the particular recreation activities making up the specialty area
Consults with recreation staff to coordinate the specialty area with the overall recreation program; incorporates the recreation specialty into a Department-approved total philosophy of recreation; interprets philosophy to participants and the public
Advises and assists other recreation leadership staff members involved with the speciality activity to meet the specific needs and interests of the people involved
Demonstrates and explains techniques, procedures, materials, equipment, and supplies used in the activity field
Keeps records and accounts of attendance, inventory, financial charges and receipts, personnel, special events, accidents, and other matters requiring systematic recording
Reports to supervisors on groups or individuals, plans, and problems; recommends action and carries out departmental policies in leading the special activity
Issues, receives, and oversees the use of equipment by individuals and groups in the activity; recommends the acquisition or disposal of such equipment and materials
Ensures all appropriate safety precautions are observed in the activity
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

Techniques, rules, and equipment used in a variety of recreational activities and games
Recreation hazards and safety precautions

Considerable ability to:

Demonstrate proficiency ina specialty recreation activity
Promote, organize, lead and conduct a specialty recreation activity for participants of all skill levels
Instruct and coach participants in a specialty activity
Physically lead and coordinate assigned recreation activities
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including children
Work in a team-based environment and achieve common goals
Exercise tact and maintain poise in resolving disputes and differences arising with the public and employees
Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

Physical ability to:

Assist participants in and out of wheelchairs
Restrain and/or lift program participants

Supervision Received

Works under the general supervision of a Recreation Supervisor, Recreation Coordinator, Recreation Specialist or other supervisor as assigned.

Supervision Exercised

May supervise and assist in the training of lower level or less experienced Recreation Leaders, and other personnel as assigned.

Other Requirements

As a condition of employment, incumbents will be required to be fingerprinted in accordance with State of California law
Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment

Approved, May 2003