Position Summary:  

The Recreation Leader is an essential part of a team that is tasked with supporting a wide variety of leisure and organized recreational activities to park visitors of all ages. Programs include a variety of children’s sports and cooperative games, senior fitness, yoga, and other movement programs set throughout our parks. Previous experience in athletics, active recreation, coaching in schools, camps or other organized group settings is preferred. Hours will fluctuate up to 25 hours per week depending on the scheduled programs and events. This is a seasonal position, starting on May 1st and ending October 31st. 

Sample Schedule: M, 10a-5p; T, 10a-5p; W, 2p-7:30p; Th, 1-5p; F, 9a-12p; Sat, occasionally 

Responsibilities:

• Assume a supporting role in implementing curriculum of recreation/physical education and wellness programs.
• Actively engage with preschool/school aged children in outdoor creative play with high energy and enthusiasm
• Engage and communicate with parents and caregivers as part of program facilitation.
• Work with program specialists and full-time staff in all areas to be pro-active, supportive, and prepared in anticipating the needs of specific programs.
• Work in accordance with all BPCA policies and procedures regarding uniforms, punctuality, time management and overall communication with upper management
• Submit daily reports upon program completion.
• Maintain Parks Programming equipment and facilities (both indoor and outdoor)
• Assist in other program requirements as needed.
• Provide information to park visitors about all Parks Programming offerings, horticulture, and maintenance practices as well as general BPCA history and overall philosophy

Education and Experience: 

Previous experience in athletics, active recreation, coaching in schools, summer camps or other organized group settings is preferred. Seeking high energy, fun-loving people with a demonstrated ability and enthusiasm for engaging and leading both large and small groups of young children. A team player with emotional intelligence, compassion, and the ability to gauge the needs and interests of all members of the community, including children and adults of different ages, abilities, and cultural backgrounds.

Physical Requirements: 

• Willing to work in all outdoor weather conditions. 
• Ability to lift and carry 35 lbs. preferred.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.

Battery Park City Authority is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.