Lead Recreation Leader - Black Box Theater/Special Events

JOB The City of West Sacramento is seeking an experienced, motivated and enthusiastic Lead Recreation Leader to join the Parks and Recreation and Community Center team. This individual will manage the day to day operations of the Black Box Theater located inside the West Sacramento Community Center. In addition, the candidate will assist in a variety of Department roles including Special Events and Community Engagement.

DEFINITION

The Lead Recreation Leader is responsible for the overall operations of a recreation facility or major program and its assigned extra help employees and volunteers.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general direction from the Recreation Supervisor I/II or designee. Exercises supervision of assigned extra help employees and volunteers.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is a part time, extra help position in the Parks & Recreation Department. The Lead Recreation Leader is distinguished from the Senior Recreation Leader by the performance of more complex and difficult tasks requiring greater independence and judgment in completing assigned programs, projects or activities.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Oversees all aspects of a recreation facility or major recreation program.

• Assists in the planning, organization, marketing and evaluation of a variety of youth and/or adult oriented activities and events.
• Trains and supervises assigned extra help employees and volunteers.

Directs staff regarding daily maintenance duties and facility set-up/breakdown.

• Reports maintenance needs to his/her supervisor; assists with department computer registration program.
• Collects and reviews timesheets of assigned temporary employees prior to review and approval by his/her supervisor.
• Utilizes the Facility Use Calendar to schedule facilities for use.
• Promotes and markets programs using current technology and practices.
• Completes written reports and records as required.
• Performs a variety of clerical/administrative work as necessitated by the assignment.
• Organizes and monitors equipment and inventory of assigned facility or program.
• Greets the public and answers or directs them to appropriate office personnel as necessary.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION WORKING CONDITIONS

May be required to attend off-hour meetings. Incumbent may be exposed to weather conditions while performing some duties outdoors. Prior to placement at the worksite, the employee must positively pass a fingerprint check and drug screen.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Mobility to work in a standard office environment, use standard office equipment and attend off-site meetings. On an intermittent basis, sit at a desk for long periods of time; intermittently walk, stand, bend, squat, twist and reach while performing office duties; lift light weights. Manual dexterity to use standard office equipment and supplies and to manipulate both single sheets of paper and large document holders (binders, manuals, etc.); vision to read handwritten and printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and by telephone; may supervise children and be required to kneel, sit in low chairs, or sit on floor for prolonged periods; must be able to sustain posture in a seated position for prolonged periods of time.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS

Work in an office or field environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may be exposed to inclement weather conditions if working in a field environment. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing department guidelines, policies and procedures.