Contract Program Leader / Parks and Recreation / Youth Center #8092

SAFETY SENSITIVE: Yes FINGERPRINTING REQUIRED: Yes

This is a contract position governed by the terms and conditions of the employment agreement.

• Responsible for overall operation of adult or child care and recreation programs: the staff and participants, as well as relations with parents, guardians, and school/church personnel.
• Knowledge of modern office support functions.
• Knowledge of modern office equipment and various computer programs and applications.
• Knowledge of inventory control, and bookkeeping functions.
• Ability to handle child discipline, staff management, and recreational programming.
• Skill in organization, prioritization, and time management.
• Skill in written, verbal, electronic, and visual communications for effective expression and clarity.
• Ability to be available for school functions, orientation and in-service meetings or training sessions.
• Ability to give and receive instructions and apply consistent courtesy and tact in public contact and/or confrontational situations.
• May be required to operate a motor vehicle in performance of assigned tasks.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor(s).

Individuals assigned to this classification must report to work per their assigned schedule. Parks and Recreation staff must be willing to workdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays as assigned.

• High School diploma/GED required.
• Prior experience working with children and a minimum of one (1) year experience with employee and recreation programs required for Four Freedoms and School Programs.
• Certification in CPR and first aid required within ninety (90) days of hire or promotion.
• Must possess a valid state driver's license upon hire and obtain a valid Florida driver's license within thirty (30) days of hire or promotion.
• Must be 18 or older.