A Recreation or Activities Worker leads tours and vacation trips in outdoor or wilderness areas. Leads hiking, rafting, canoeing, climbing or diving activities for a group. Provides specialized knowledge about the history, terrain, ecology or wildlife for the tour. Manages transportation, equipment and provisions and assists with cooking.
JOB Performs intermediate paraprofessional and administrative work in planning, coordination, promotion, implementation and supervision of a variety of recreation programs and/or activities to include parks, playgrounds, recreation centers, and camp programs.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time. Coordinates, develops, plans and supervises a variety of recreation programs and facilities, evaluates recreational activities, programs and special events; Distributes supplies and equipment and maintains inventory. Prepares publicity information and material; Prepares a variety of reports, evaluations, work schedules and assignments; Completes accident reports; Submits requests for maintenance service, materials and equipment; Reports to Program Coordinator. Assists in promotion of service area programs; Assists with division/department Special Events as requested; Works at sites other than primary location as needed and scheduled by supervisor. Conducts/instructs activities as requested and scheduled; Recruits volunteers and works with community groups; Registers participants and collects fees.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Performs wide variety of support duties, as assigned by Program Coordinator. Drives departmental vehicle as needed to transport supplies, equipment and participants. Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work includes medium physical exertion, lifting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly, requiring moving between office equipment and occasional light physical exertion. Adequate vision, hearing and talking to use a computer, telephone and communicate effectively with others.
NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS
May frequently experience multitasking and working closely with others as a part of a team. and a noisy or distracting environment. May occasionally have time pressures, irregular work schedules including work on weekends, evenings, and holidays, frequent change of tasks, tedious or exacting work. Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools and other resources, including work time. Regular and predictable attendance is expected.
MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE, AND HARDWARE
: Typically requires use of standard office equipment to included telephone, computer, Microsoft Office, job specific software and related hardware.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work is normally performed in an office setting and within a recreation or neighborhood center. The employee may rarely be to hazardous factors and may be expected to wear eye/face protection. Other protective equipment as apparent or assigned may be required depending on assigned tasks.
