Recreation Leader

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Recreation Leader

Salary

$31,980.00 - $33,600.00 Annually

Location

MI, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

20234453026GSDTLCD

Department

Recreation

Opening Date

04/04/2024

Bargaining Unit

1010-AFSCME Supv Local 2394 Recreation

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Description

GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT RECREATION DIVISION

RECREATION LEADER

Under general supervision, conducts and assists in organizing recreational activities at playgrounds, play fields, play centers, school facilities, gymnasiums, recreation centers or other recreation facilities.

Examples of Duties

• Organizes and directs free play and planned group activities at playgrounds, playfields, play centers, school facilities, gymnasiums, recreation centers or other recreation facilities.

• Organizes and provides instructions for a variety of group games including, but not limited to, softball, basketball, volleyball, and double dutch.

• Directs recreation related classes and activities including but not limited to sewing, storytelling, dancing, aerobics, and handicrafts.

• Directs seasonal recreation personnel, volunteers, enrichment providers, or vendors to assist in conducting recreational activities.

• Interprets rules and encourages participation in recreational activities and games.

• Arranges social functions with community groups.

• Ensures that recreational equipment and apparatus are safe, properly utilized, stored, and maintained.

• Ensures that groups and/or individuals have valid permits for the use of recreational facilities.

• Maintains records and reports of activities.

• Attends staff meetings and training sessions.

• Monitors recreational activities to ensure adherence to rules and safety procedures.

• Administers basic first aid.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School graduation or G.E.D., completion of two years of college coursework, and two years of experience in conducting organized recreational activities required

• Bachelor's degree with specialization in recreation, physical education or a related field preferred.

Supplemental Information

Evaluation Plan

• Interview: 70%

• Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%

• Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%

Additional points may be awarded for:

• Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points

• Detroit Residency Credit: 15 point

  LRD: 07/27/2023

  Individuals entering this class are required to complete a training course in basic first aid to attain permanent status in this class.

  Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.

  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

KNOWLEDGE OF

• Objectives and purposes of organized recreational activities.

• Rules and basic use of equipment associated with group games.

• First aid methods.

SKILL IN

• Organizing and directing recreational activities and games.

• Administering basic first aid.

• Leading and instructing groups in athletic and other recreational activities.

• Physical agility.

ABILITY TO

• Engage individual and group participants in recreation events and activities.

• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.

• Interact effectively with departmental personnel and the general public with tact and diplomacy.

  Work is performed within a recreation center or municipal park including playgrounds, swimming pools, gymnasiums and other city facilities and outside areas. Work is performed indoors and outdoors with exposure to all seasonal conditions.

  This job may involve lifting tables, chairs and other objects needed to properly execute the event. It also involves participating in games and activities with children, adults, and groups. The intensity level of activity can vary from low to high depending on activity.

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

HEALTH

• Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.

• Dental

• Vision

INSURANCE

• Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.

• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

PAID TIME OFF

• Sick Leave

• Vacation

• Holidays

OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS

The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

RETIREMENT BENEFITS

City Employees Retirement System

As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:

• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;

• At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or

• At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.

• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);

• An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;

• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.

Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

01

Do you possess a High School Diploma or G.E.D.?

• Yes

• No

  02

  Have you completed two years of college coursework, and two years of experience in conducting organized recreational activities required? If so, please explain in detail.

  03

  Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree with a specialization in recreation, physical education or a related field preferred?

• Yes

• No

  Required Question

Agency

City of Detroit

Address

Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226

Website

http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job

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