Recreation Leader

Salary: $13.00 Hourly
Location : Mesquite, TX
Job Type: Part-time
Job Number:
Department: Parks and Recreation
Division: Recreation Services
Opening Date: 04/11/2025
Closing Date: 6/11/2025 4:00 PM Central

GENERAL SUMMARY
Salary: $13.00/hr. minimum

To assist and supervise the public with usage of various Parks and Recreation facilities. To lead participants in a variety of recreational activities; to supervise the use of equipment and supplies; to enforce the rules and regulations of the Parks and Recreation Department; and to assist in organizing and implementing activities for the recreation program. Light cleaning, custodial duties as needed, and equipment set-up.

Staffing positions include all the following:
•  Front Desk
Kids Care
Westlake Attendant
Reservation Attendant
Concession Attendant at the Mesquite Girls Softball Complex SUPERVISION
•  General supervision is provided by a Recreation Supervisor or Recreation Specialist. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•  All behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct and Rules of Behavior outlined in Chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual. Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in city and department attendance policies and procedures.
•  Unlock and lock facilities for usage for various activities including reservations, programs or as directed by a supervisor.
•  Conduct assessments of facilities prior to usage and at the conclusion of events. Complete necessary paperwork and communicate effectively with customers.
•  Conduct daily recreational activities such as sports, games, dances, exercise, and arts and crafts classes for elementary school age participants.
•  Cash handling receiving, transmitting, safeguarding, depositing and reporting of funds whether cash, check, or other forms of payment.
•  Utilize department software supporting recreation programs, collect fees for facility reservation and register participants for programs, leagues, and memberships.
•  Maintain inventory control on equipment; maintain an accurate and current listing of users.
•  Observe safety precautions; correct minor safety problems; conduct activities in a safe manner; maintain discipline at indoor and outdoor recreation areas.
•  Answer phones and greet customers, provide public with information and answer questions regarding facility usage and programs.
•  Enforce and adhere to City and Department policies and procedures.
•  Assist in completing necessary forms and records including participation cards, attendance records, maintenance checklists and financial reports.
•  Required to assist with department special events.
•  Work a varied schedule, including days, nights and/or weekends. Hours of operation are Monday - Friday 9 am - 10 pm, Saturday 9 am - 9 pm and Sunday 1 pm - 6 pm.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
•  Perform light custodial and cleaning of facilities as needed. Utilize small tools and equipment to clean and prepare tennis courts.
•  Set up facilities for programs or reservations including but not limited to tables, chairs, volleyball, and basketball equipment.
•  Work with internal and external customers to facilitate usage of facilities.
•  Perform other duties as assigned. MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Must be a minimum of 16 years of age at the time of hire.

Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance

No experience required; however, experience in customer service or leading recreation programs is preferred.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
•  Obtain First Aid and CPR certifications within 90 days of employment. WORK SCHEDULE
•  Sunday through Saturday between 10-20 hours per week. Possible increase of hours if applicant works weekends, special events, reservations, or front desk.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position does not require a physical for employment.

Applicants with disabilities meeting the job requirements and capable of performing the essential functions of the job, either on their own or with reasonable accommodations, are encouraged to apply.
Part Time and Seasonal Employees:

PARS ARS 457 Plan enrollment is mandatory for part-time and seasonal employees who work less than 1,000 hours per year.
Each pay period, 6.2% of wages will be deducted from pay and deposited into your PARS ARS account. Contributions are made on a pre-tax basis.
Each pay period, the City will also contribute the equivalent of 1.3% of wages into a PARS ARS account. Employer contributions are deposited on a pre-tax basis.
There is no contribution to Social Security Administration.
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Select the option that best represents the highest level of education you have completed.
•  Less than High School completion
•  High School or GED equivalency
•  Technical or Community College attendance
•  Technical School completion
•  Associate's Degree
•  Bachelor's Degree
•  Master's Degree
•  Ph.D.
•  Juris Doctorate 02

Are you at least 16 years of age?
•  Yes
•  No 03

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: If you are a current City of Mesquite employee, have you been employed in your current position with the City of Mesquite for at least 3 months? Please indicate the option that best represents your current status.
•  No, I do NOT work for the City of Mesquite
•  Yes, I am a current seasonal employee with the City of Mesquite
•  Yes, I have been in my current City position as a fulltime/parttime employee for at least 3 months
•  No, I have NOT been in my current City of Mesquite position as a fulltime/parttime employee for 3 months 04

Indicate the amount of experience you have in a customer service role.
•  No experience
•  Less than 3 months
•  3 months to less than 6 months
•  6 months to less than 1 year
•  1 year to less than 2 years
•  2 years to less than 3 years
•  3 years to less than 4 years
•  More than 4 years 05

Are you CPR certified?
•  Yes
•  No
•  If no, willing to be trained. This is a requirement of the position. 06

Working outside of normal business hours is a requirement of the position. I understand and acknowledge that I may be scheduled to work evenings and weekends.
•  Yes
•  No 07

Please indicate all areas in which you have training, experience, and/or an interest.
•  After School Youth Programs: Plan, organize and implement activities for after school recreation programs for K - 6th graders and teens
•  Athletics/Aquatics: participate in or supervise participants in athletic programs including but not limited to: soccer, basketball, softball, swimming, tennis, pickleball
•  Customer Service: Assist customers either over the phone or in person
•  Facility Management: including but not limited to locking and unlocking, supervising participants and light building maintenance 08

This position will be REQUIRED to work in different areas throughout the Department. Select all areas you would prefer to work.
•  Front Desk
•  Kids Care
•  Westlake Attendant
•  Reservation Attendant
•  Concession Attendant at the Mesquite Girls Softball Complex 09

Please describe your highest level of involvement in assisting patrons, and the general public, to include explaining policies and procedures, providing information regarding programs, answering telephones, providing callers with information, and taking messages.
•  I've had no involvement in this area
•  I've provided clerical/administrative support in this area
•  I've assisted others in this area
•  I've done this work independently, without assistance 10

Please describe your highest level of involvement with maintaining recreation facilities and equipment, to include cleaning recreation facilities, equipment, workspaces and restrooms; identifying and reporting needed repairs and service work; securing buildings, equipment, and supplies, and unlocking and locking buildings according to hours of operation.
•  I've had no involvement in this area
•  I've provided clerical/administrative support in this area
•  I've assisted others in this area
•  I've done this work independently, without assistance 11

Describe your level of leadership with organizing groups according to age and interest with gym games or art & crafts activities.
•  No prior experience-not comfortable leading
•  Lead with assistance
•  Lead independently, without assistance 12

Mark the box (es) that best describe your knowledge of, training in, and experience with recreational activities.
•  No experience
•  Participation in recreational activities
•  Formal training through related college coursework
•  Leading special recreational activities for persons with disabilities
•  Researching, developing, planning, and evaluating recreational activities and facilities
•  Explaining, demonstrating, and leading recreational activities at recreation centers, summer camps or YMCA
•  Fundamental rules, strategies, techniques . click apply for full job details