Recreation Specialist II (Part Time) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/desmoines/jobs/newprint/4544780) Apply  Recreation Specialist II (Part Time) Salary $17.54 - $20.71 Hourly Location Des Moines, IA Job Type Regular Less than Half-Time Job Number 8440-6-2024 Department Parks Division PK201298 - PK Equitable Services Programming Opening Date 01/02/2025 Closing Date 1/19/2025 4:00 PM Central FLSA Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit MEA Occupational Group Non-Civil Service Location of Vacancy Des Moines Recruitment Entrance Selection Method Applicants deemed most qualified based on qualifications may be contacted for an interview. Qualified applicants who need a reasonable accommodation must inform this office at (515) 283-4213 or TTY at Iowa Relay at 711 or 1-800-735-2942 at the time of application. + Description + Benefits + Questions Distinguishing Features of the Class Join our Community Recreation Center Team! Assignment Location: Community Centers. Application Process: Applicants deemed most qualified based on qualifications may be contacted for an interview. Application Deadline: Applications are accepted until such time a sufficient number of qualified applications is received to fill the positions. Approximate employment duration: This is a permanent part- time position throughout the year, hours of operations will very based on location and assignment. Under direction, plans, organizes, supervises and directs a specialized area within the City’s recreation division, or a specialized type of recreation activity at a community recreation center or other recreation venue including outdoor events, and performs related work as required. Acceptable Experience and Training + Graduation from high school or GED; and + One year of experience facilitating recreational or group activities in areas such as aquatics, athletics, music, arts, childcare, or education. + Post-high school education in recreation, leisure services, education or related field may be substituted for the required experience. Required Special Qualifications + Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid, and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) required upon hire (training is provided); and + An applicable, valid driver’s license is required when work assignment requires driving a vehicle. + Candidates for positions in this class must pass a post-employment offer physical examination and drug screen and background check. Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only) + Leads programs and instructs participants on facility or program rules. + Trains staff in leadership techniques, methods of activity planning, safety and public relations. + Works closely with other recreation staff to assure the proper development of assigned activities. + Works with community organizations and public to develop their interests in recreation programs. + Organizes and supervises one or more recreational activities such as year-round programs, aquatics programs, day camps, trips, arts and cultural activities, nature activities, sports and games, special population activities, equity programs, senior activities or special events. + Recruits and trains volunteers to assist with program implementation. + Maintains discipline and observes necessary precautions to ensure safety of activity and program participants. + Issues and monitors use of recreation supplies and equipment. + Maintains attendance and activity statistics and creates and updates regular reports. + Collects admissions and program registration fees. + Decorates center or venue with seasonal displays. + Researches and orders recreation supplies and equipment. + Performs minor custodial functions such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, etc. to maintain clean and safe activity space. + May drive a vehicle for transportation of program/activity participants. + Performs related work as required.