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Recreation Leader, Healthy Active Living (Part-time)

City of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA Part Time
POSTED ON 11/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/14/2026
Assists in planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluating the programs of a Recreation/Community Center by coordinating recreational activities while articulating and enforcing City policies and procedures.  Programming includes, but is not limited to, educational, physical and leisure activities, organized sports, games, non-physical activities, music, fine arts and crafts.  He/she must incorporate community issues, concerns, needs physical and human resources while implementing the City's/Center's plan.  Individual must possess the sensitivity, awareness and skills associated with working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds.

Department:  Parks and Recreation
Salary:  $15.91 per hour.
Posting Type: Announcement
Union:  None.  This is a non-union position.
Civil Service Classification:  ExemptGeneral Requirements:
You must submit or show proof of all of the following at the time of filing your application (unless otherwise indicated below) or your application will be disqualified.  Disqualifications based on any of these General Application Requirements are not subject to a Civil Service appeal.
  • Applicants must submit a complete application, including education, work experience, a resume (if applicable), and completed supplemental questions.
  • Applicants must be City of Pittsburgh residents at the time of application and must remain a resident throughout employment.
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  • PA Child Abuse History Certification Clearances required prior to appointment. 
  • Applicants must obtain CPR/AED and First Aid Certificates within six (6) months of hire and must maintain throughout employment.
 
NOTE: The City of Pittsburgh, as a matter of policy, conducts pre-employment and promotional background investigations on all candidates being considered for positions. The background investigation includes, but is not limited to, criminal background, driver's license, and City of Pittsburgh real estate tax payments. Candidates may be disqualified from consideration based on the results of their background investigation, as it relates to the job for which the applicant is being considered. 
 
Qualifying Requirements:
Your work experience and education/training will be evaluated to determine if you meet the qualifying eligibility requirements listed below for this position.  You will receive notice of your eligibility status.
  • WORK EXPERIENCE: None required for this position.
  • EDUCATION/TRAINING: The application must clearly show a high school diploma or GED.
  • EQUIVALENCY: None permitted for this position.  Therefore, no education/training and/or work experience may be substituted toward the qualifying requirements listed above.
If you meet the qualifying requirements listed above, you will be sent a letter of admission (when applicable) for the following examination(s).  You must pass the written and/or performance examination(s) to have your name placed on the official Civil Service eligibility list for this position.  Candidates who receive job offers must pass a medical examination (when applicable) prior to start date.
  • Written:  None required for this position.
  • Performance:  None required for this position.
  • Medical:  Required.
  • Plans, develops, implements, monitors and evaluates assigned approved community recreational center activities (e.g., physical and leisure activities, educational programs, organized sports, games, non-physical activities, music, fine arts and crafts) ensuring that approved programs adhere to established guidelines and contracts and makes on-site inspections.
  • Acts as a role model for excellence in customer service.
  • Assists in overseeing daily activities, center participants, maintaining order and preventing accidents/incidents and responding to emergency situations.
  • Assists in coordinating, planning, preparing and distributing necessary equipment and materials for programs or special events (e.g., parties, tournaments, field trips, etc.).
  • Assists in recruiting, directing, coordinating and evaluating program facility volunteers.
  • Assists with the assembly and operation of basic audio-visual equipment (e.g., TV monitors, small/portable public address systems, podiums, CD/DVR recorders, etc.).
  • Acts as an active participant in maintaining facility appearance and cleanliness.
  • Acts as a liaison with community organizations and Advisory Council regarding approved programs and events.
  • Assists in working with community schools, interest groups, and sponsors to develop programs.
  • May direct the work of and provide technical assistance to volunteers and/or seasonal personnel as assigned.
  • Performs record keeping for city, federal, and/or state-funded programs; maintains records and prepares accurate reports.
  • Assists with meal serving.
  • Administers CPR/AED/First Aid to victims in distress as needed.
  • Monitors program revenues and expenditures as assigned or required.
  • Assists when requested in the development and implementation of assigned program facility's operating budget for existing and proposed programs.
  • Works evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Assists in city-wide events.
  • Performs activities and functions of related personnel and other related tasks/duties that are assigned or required.

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