Recreation Leader I - Senior Center (Year-round)

The Recreation Leader at the Dublin Senior Center supports the planning, coordination, and delivery of recreational, social, and educational programs for older adults. This role plays a key part in creating a welcoming, inclusive, and engaging environment that promotes wellness, connection, and active aging.

In addition to the essential duties listed below, the successful candidate will also be expected to:

• Set up and break down rooms, equipment, and supplies for programs and events
• Provide excellent customer service by greeting participants, answering questions, and offering general assistance
• Support instructors, volunteers, and staff during activities and events
• Help monitor programs to ensure participant safety and adherence to center policies
• Assist with check-in, attendance tracking, and basic administrative tasks
• Foster an inclusive environment respectful of diverse backgrounds, abilities, and needs

Ideal Skills & Qualities

• Enjoys working with older adults and building positive relationships
• Friendly, patient, and dependable with strong communication skills
• Organized and able to follow directions while also taking initiative
• Comfortable working independently or as part of a team
• Flexible schedule, including possible mornings, afternoons, or special events

Work Schedule
Weekdays, between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

General Purpose
Under general supervision, assists in the coordination and delivery of a variety of recreational programs and services, including activities for preschoolers, youth, teens, adults and seniors, across multiple recreation settings. 

Distinguishing Characteristics
This is an entry-level classification in the Recreation Leader series. Incumbents in this class perform routine and assigned duties under close supervision while learning departmental programs, policies, and procedures. This classification provides program, facility, and customer service support and ensures that recreation activities are conducted safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established guidelines. 

Supervision Received and Exercised
Receives general supervision from a Recreation Coordinator and may receive technical or functional guidance from higher-level Recreation staff.
This classification does not exercise direct supervisory responsibility.The following duties are typical for this classification. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment.

• Assist in the delivery of recreation programs at parks, playgrounds, community centers, school sites, pools, and special event locations.
• Assist in leading age-appropriate activities, including arts and crafts, games, sports, enrichment programs, and special events.
• Inspect recreation facilities, equipment, and program areas prior to use to ensure safety, cleanliness, and readiness.
• Monitor participant behavior and facility use to ensure compliance with established rules, policies, and safety guidelines.
• Set up, take down, and store equipment, supplies, and furnishings used for recreation programs and events.
• Assist with opening, closing, securing, and maintaining recreation facilities as assigned.
• Provide customer service by responding to inquiries from participants, parents, and members of the public in person and by telephone.
• Collect fees, process registrations, issue passes, and complete basic cash-handling and point-of-sale transactions.
• Complete attendance records, reports, and other routine documentation related to program operations.
• Provide basic first aid and respond appropriately to emergencies in accordance with established Emergency Action Plans (EAPs).
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with participants, coworkers, volunteers, and the public through courteous, professional interactions.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities in qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:
There is no educational requirement for this class; completion of two (2) years of high school or equivalent is desirable.

Experience:
No prior work experience is required; however, desirable qualifications include experience in cash handling, cashiering, or working with school-age children in a structured or supervised program.

Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements:

• Must be at least 15 years of age at the time of hire.
• Applicants who are 18 years of age or older and have direct contact with minors must successfully complete fingerprint-based background check as a condition of employment.
• Certifications in First Aid and CPR is required within 30 days of employment and must be maintained throughout employment.
• This classification is designated as a Mandated Reporter. Completion of Mandated Reporter training is required within 30 days of employment.  

Knowledge of:

• Basic knowledge of recreation programming and operations. 
• Techniques for assisting with recreation programs for preschool, youth, teens, adults, seniors, and special events. 
• Customer service principles and techniques. 
• Basic cash handling and transaction procedures. 
• Basic arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. 
• English language skills, including punctuation and spelling.

Ability to:

• Learn and perform basic recreation program activities and facility support duties. 
• Follow written and oral instructions.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with participants, coworkers and the public.
• Work effectively with children, teens, adults, and senior participants. 
• Remain calm and professional in challenging or stressful situations.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Explain and enforce rules, regulations, procedures, and program procedures.
• Understand and follow established Emergency Action Plans (EAPs)
• Administer basic First Aid/CPR.
• Work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. 

Work Environment
Work is performed primarily at parks, playgrounds, community centers, school sites, pools, and special event locations. Work may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, crowds, uneven surfaces and other outdoor elements. Duties may include lifting, setting up equipment, and monitoring recreational activities and spaces during use.

This position involves frequent interaction with children, teens, adults, seniors, parents or guardians, volunteers, vendors, and members of the public, including individuals who may be upset or frustrated while participating in or inquiring about recreation programs or events.

Employees in this classification may be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours to meet program and operational needs, including special events. Employees in this classification may be assigned to work programs or events at which alcohol is served, including the Dublin St. Patrick’s Day Festival, Splatter, and other community or private events.

Physical Requirements 
The physical standards described are representative of those that must be met to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods while performing duties in indoor and outdoor recreation environments.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with participants, staff, volunteers, vendors and members of the public, including in person and by telephone.
• Use hands and fingers to operate computers, point-of-sale systems, and other office or program-related equipment.
• Bend, twist, stoop, kneel, crouch or reach as needed when setting up activities, handling equipment, or monitoring program areas.
• Lift, carry, push, or pull program materials, supplies, or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, or push or pull equipment up to 100 pounds, on an occasional basis.
• Observe, identify, and assess operational, safety, and program-related conditions, and accurately report incidents, or concerns.
• Maintain sufficient vision, hearing, and communication abilities to safely perform assigned duties, respond to emergencies, and interact effectively with participants and the public. 

Equal Opportunity Statement
The City of Dublin is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion or veteran status. Accommodations are available upon request during the selection process.

Salary : $17 - $20