Community Recreation Leader
General Duty Statement
Performs entry level technical work assisting in the implementation of community recreation programs. Enters registration information and collects fees from participants. Schedules the use of the recreation facility and athletic fields. Assists in program and activity delivery by working under the direction of a recreation specialist, recreation director, recreation coordinator, program supervisor, or manager. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
Primary Responsibilities
Community Recreation Leaders are the first point of contact for recreation programs and services across the city. This position serves all ages but places a specific emphasis on young people. Responsibilities include:
- Frontline customer service and facility oversight.
- Program development and implementation, in cooperation with other colleagues.
- Youthwork in the form relationship development, mentorship, and ongoing support.
- Problem solving and strategy is required to resolve conflict, de-escalate situations, and address community-based issues in real time.
Recreation Centers are public facilities that are open to everyone and specific emphasis is placed on ensuring our spaces are equitable and programs and services are representative of community interest.
Covid-19 Response: Recreation Centers are currently open and available for pre-registered activities only at this time. When COVID-19 restrictions and guidance allow us to return to normal business hours, we will do so.
Information Specific to the permanent (certified) year round position: This position requires employees to work at least 20 hours per week which can include days, evenings, weekends, and some holidays. The Parks and Recreation Department hosts 26 Recreation Centers across the city in addition to program offerings held within spaces such as regional or passive parks and public schools. Recreation Leaders are typically assigned to a defined facility or program but are also expected to assist at other locations if a program need presents itself. To see a listing of recreation centers, please click here.
Information about the Seasonal/Temporary Roaming position:
Seasonal temporary roaming recreation youth workers are responsible for providing a variety of games and activities for youth and community members at local passive parks throughout the summer. Staff will travel between 2 locations during shift(s).
Must be available:
Monday, June 14 - Friday, August 27th, 2021
Shift Days & Time(s): Typically, Monday-Thursday; 12pm-8:30pm
Essential Functions are the functions that the individual holding the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. The Essential Functions for this position are identified in the Supplemental Information section of the Community Recreation Leader Job Description.
The City of Saint Paul’s mission is to integrate equity and inclusion into how we approach all our work. Our vision is to be committed to building an equitable and inclusive city that will shift culture in city processes and policies, eliminate structural inequities, and ensure timely and relevant access to services, resources, support, and opportunity to every person in Saint Paul.
Requirements
High school graduation or General Education Development certificate (GED) equivalency.
One year of a combination of post secondary education, related volunteer work and paid work experience is preferred.
By Closing Date, you MUST
- Submit a City of Saint Paul online application, including answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire.
- Upload or submit the following required document(s) via the online application system, mail, in person, email, or fax. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
- A resume (optional)
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Selection Process Information
Qualifications Rating: The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application and answers to Supplemental Questionnaire. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and questionnaire. You must submit your completed application and supplemental questionnaire by the application deadline.
Eligible Lists created from Open Job Posting: This job posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements. Non-promotion eligible lists typically are pass/fail and promotion eligible lists are typically ranked. Those who pass the assessment will be placed on an eligible list for approximately one year. If the open eligible list created contains a veteran, one open list will exist. When there are no veterans remaining on the eligible list (i.e. hired, withdrawn) from an open list that also contains promotional candidates, two lists will be created: one open list and one promotion list. If two lists exist, the promotion list must be exhausted before the open list is considered.
Final Selection Process: You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list and all will be notified of their status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.
Veteran’s Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information.
Condition of Employment: This position requires a medical examination and a background check which may include criminal history and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer. The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Human Resources Contact Information:
Lisa McKeown at 651-266-6479
200 City Hall Annex
25 West Fourth Street
Saint Paul, MN 55102
Fax: 651-266-6490
E-mail: jobs@stpaul.gov
To refer to this information, we recommend you print this job posting before you apply. For technical assistance regarding the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627 during regular business hours.
Veteran’s Preference for Promotional: If you are a disabled veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statutes 197.455 you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 and confirmation from the Veterans Administration of a permanent service-connected disability rated at fifty percent (50%) or more preferably at time of application. Click here for more information. .
The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.