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Recreation Leader- City Page 1 I 1 Jurisdiction: Cortland County Jurisdictional Class: Competitive Adopted: 8//12/80 Revised: 5/12/81 RECREATION LEADER DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves responsibility for conducting a particular recreation program, overseeing a playground, or assisting with the conduct of various minor periodic recreation activities. This position differs from that of Recreation Supervisor by virtue of the limited scope of responsibility. The work is performed under the general direction of a Recreation Supervisor. Supervision may be exercised over the work of subordinate recreation personnel. Does related work as required. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: Directs or assists in the direction of recreation programs and activities at a specific playground or other recreational facility; Organizes, promotes, and directs activities such as softball, soccer, arts and crafts, nature studies, hikes, and quiet games; Assists in the organization and conduct of league play or tournaments in basketball, baseball, golf, tennis and table games; Assists in the organization and conduct of concerts, field trips, and other special events; Plans the daily schedule of playground activities; Acts as an official and maintains order at games and contests; Inspects recreation facilities and equipment to insure the safety of participants; Attends staff meetings to discuss special problems, the playground program, and the community recreation programs; Maintains records of attendance, activities, and equipment; Attends in –service training sessions; Performs minor repair and maintenance of recreation equipment; May administer first-aid as required. FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of the organization and conduct of recreational activities; Ability to maintain routine written records; Ability to follow oral and written instructions; Ability to stimulate and maintain the interest of participants; Good judgment; Emotional maturity; Dependability; Willingness to work evenings and weekends; Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma; OR One year of full-time paid experience or its part-time/volunteer equivalent in an organized recreation or athletic program.