Recreation Leader

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs a variety of administrative duties related to the planning, directing, organizing, supervising, and controlling the front desk operations, recreation programs, and the facilities in the recreation center. Works under the general supervision of the City Recreation Director and Program Coordinators. Provides general supervision to patrons of the recreation center. This position primarily covers evening shifts, typically from 4:00 - 10:00 p.m. with some Saturdays.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Reports to work on time and ready for the start of the shift.

• Assists the public with membership/program applications.

• Assists in the scheduling of facilities and equipment, answers the telephone, and provides the public with information regarding the programs and use of the facilities.

• Maintains good public relations by being pleasant, courteous, cooperative, and understanding in the contacts and/or discussion(s) with the public.

• Conducts and supervises recreation center programs.

• Performs facility and equipment inspections, corrects the problems, and completes the daily inspection forms.

• Enforces the policies as established for the use of equipment and facilities in the recreation center (see recreation center policy).

• Closely monitors facility and equipment use to prevent thefts or damage.

• Conducts inventories at the end of each shift.

• Initiates proper emergency first aid, when necessary, if trained to do so.

• Follows center policy for handling and reporting accidents and completing and submitting accident/injury reports.

• Completes maintenance repair forms when necessary.

• Opens and closes the facility as needed.

• Secures the facility when working the final shift or waits to be properly relieved before leaving an area unsupervised.

• Corrects improper use of equipment; corrects improper or unsafe techniques but refrains from prescribing work out or fitness programs.

• Performs other duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Training in first aid and CPR (obtain certifications within first 3-months of employment)

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge:

• General knowledge of the proper methods and techniques used in weight/ fitness training

Skills:

• General Computer Skills
• Money management and scheduling skills

Abilities:

• Ability to supervise patrons in a courteous manner
• Ability to solve problems

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Ability to work in a standard office environment, and outdoors in all weather conditions; ability to set-up gymnasiums and facilities (some moderate lifting required); ability to travel to different sites and locations; and the ability to cope with stressful situations in a fast-paced environment are essential.

NOTICE

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only tasks to be performed by the employee occupying this position. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by his or her supervisor.

It is the policy of the Smithfield City to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. The Human Resource Department will provide reasonable accommodations for applicants during the selection process.

In the interest of the workplace and public safety, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a chemical screen for the purpose of detecting the presence of alcohol and/or controlled substances in the body and background check. Smithfield City requires as condition of employment, the use of direct payroll deposit to a bank or savings account.

Closes December 14, 2025, or until filled.