1,810 Recreation jobs in the United States

Essential Job Functions

1. Provides transportation or accompanies the consumer to and from community activities.
2. Follows the goals and/or activities specified in the individual's "Individualized Service Plan" and Community Habilitation Plan.
3. Document/record events on the daily data sheet.
4. Assists consumer in the development and support of social activities and relationships.
5. Records observations and actions.
6. Participates in staff development activities and programs.
7. Works one-on-one in the consumers home and community to address a variety of life skills to include social, recreational and other activities of daily living.
8. In cooperation with the individual and family, helps to identify skills and competencies to be developed and devises plans to achieve those skills and competencies.
9. Assists consumers to identify social, recreation and other community resources the individual may wish to access and devise plans to achieve that access.
10. Measures the likelihood of social isolation and develops plans to build social and communal relationships, which prevent or minimize that isolation.
11. Negotiate schedules and daily activities.
12. Regularly maintains and submits service notes with documentation of the hours worked and the service provided.
13. Follows any agreed upon action plan for activities with the individual, including a behavior plan.
14. Employs knowledge of emergency procedures as outlined by ICL.
15. Enhances and promotes social interaction and community participation.
16. Presents as a positive role model.
17. Submits to and reviews reports and problems with the Residence Manager.
18. Acquires and maintains current first aid, SCIP-R, and CPR certification.
19. Other Duties as assigned

• Committed to active promotion of ICL values and goals.
• Resourceful within the community/able to network.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures of OPWDD, as well as state and federal regulations as they apply to the care and treatment of the developmentally disabled.
• Knowledge of active treatment programs as they relate to the developmentally disabled.
• Currently SCIP-R certified or able to become certified within six months of hire.
• Currently CPR and First Aid certified or able to become certified within six months.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely.
• Ability to read and write at least at the secondary school level and follow written and oral instructions

NOTE: All applicants must comply with ICL's vaccination policy. Individuals selected for employment cannot begin working until they provide verification that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (with an FDA-authorized vaccine).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Develops a calendar for the month of volunteer and social activities.
2. Provides transportation or accompanies the consumer to and from community activities.
3. Follows the goals and/or activities specified in the individual's "Individualized Service Plan" and Community Habilitation Plan.
4. Documents/records events on the daily data sheet.
5. Assists consumer in the development and support of social activities and relationships.
6. Records observations and actions.
7. Participates in staff development activities and programs.
8. Works one-on-one in the consumer's home and community to address a variety of life skills, including social, recreational, and other activities of daily living.
9. In cooperation with the individual and family, helps to identify skills and competencies to be developed and devises plans to achieve those skills and competencies.
10. Assists consumers in identifying social, recreation, and other community resources the individual may wish to access and devises plans to achieve that access.
11. Measures the likelihood of social isolation and develops plans to build social and communal relationships, which prevent or minimize that isolation.
12. Negotiates schedules and daily activities.
13. Regularly maintains and submits service notes with documentation of the hours worked and the service provided.
14. Follows any agreed-upon action plan for activities with the individual, including a behavior plan.
15. Employs knowledge of emergency procedures as outlined by ICL.
16. Enhances and promotes social interaction and community participation.
17. Presents as a positive role model.
18. Submits to and reviews reports and problems with the Residence Manager.
19. Other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Resourceful within the community/able to network.
2. Basic computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Word and Internet Explorer).

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum Education Requirements:

1. HS diploma or GED required.
2. Associates degree preferred.

CERTIFICATIONS:

1. Acquires and maintains current first aid, SCIP-R, and CPR certification.
2. A valid New York State Driver's License and ability to drive, with a driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage, are required.

• Interacts with the general public in person and by phone; provides information about programs and activities; registers participants; issues and checks membership cards; receives fees; enforces rules and regulations of the facility.
• Sets up and takes down equipment used for classes and events; maintains, stores, and monitors inventory of equipment; issues athletic equipment to participants.
• Participates in programs, classes, activities, and events; leads crafts, games and other activities for children.
• Assists in cleaning and maintaining the facility.
• Performs routine administrative tasks for the department; collects funds; prepares deposits as requested; performs routine data entry, record keeping, filing, faxing, and copying documents.
• Provides assistance and input regarding programs, participants, and volunteers.
• Operates a personal computer and other equipment necessary to complete essential functions to include word processing, e-mail and other programs.
• Communicates with supervisors, employees, other departments, vendors, the public and outside agencies; attends various meetings as required.
• May assist with planning and preparation for the department's special events to include preparing flyers, receiving application for upcoming events, making phone contacts, sending out correspondence, purchasing of smaller items for special events.
• May assist with special events including Field Trips, etc.
• May be assigned to work with various age populations and create programs, activities, and events especially for them.
• Performs other related duties as required.

• Ability to determine, calculate, tabulate, or summarize data/information. Includes performing subsequent actions in relation to these computational operations.
• Ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others regarding the application of procedures and standards to specific situations.
• Ability to read a variety of reports, informational documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures.
• Ability to prepare required paperwork with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech.
• Ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control, and confidence using correct English and well-modulated voice.
• Ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving a variety of generally pre-defined duties which are often characterized by frequent change.
• Ability to utilize a wide variety of reference and descriptive data and information.
• Ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; the ability to calculate decimals and percentages; the ability to utilize principles of fractions; and the ability to interpret graphs.
• Ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape, visually with job-related equipment.
• Ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under minimal stress when confronted with an emergency.
• Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the City and or departmental practices as they pertain to the performance of duties relating to the position of Recreation Leader.
• Ability to perform various administrative tasks and assignments to support the development of public programming.
• Ability to supervise and coordinate program activities.
• Ability to effectively recruit volunteers for recreation, athletic, and support service programs.
• Skill to interact with adults and children participating in events and activities.
• Ability to present program information and monitor activities.
• Ability to provide input regarding programming activities.
• Knowledge of the terminology, principles and methods utilized within the department.
• Ability to keep abreast of any changes in policy, methods, administrative changes, or related operations updates as they pertain to departmental operations and activities.
• Ability to implement policy changes within the department and ensure adherence to all establishes guidelines, procedures and policies.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with subordinates, supervisors and members of the general public, and all other groups involved in the activities of the department.
• Ability to assemble information and make written reports and documents in a concise, clear, and effective manner.
• Ability to use independent judgment and work with little direct supervision as situations warrant.
• Ability to perform required calculations.
• Knowledge of and proficiency with computers and software programs typically utilized in the position.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret technical reports and related materials.

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• No

• Yes
• No

• Yes
• No

• CPR
• First Aid
• Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• None of the Above

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 3 - 4 years
• 5 years or more

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 3 - 4 years
• 5 years or more

• Morning shifts (starting approximately 5:45 a.m.)
• Day shifts (varies between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.)
• Afternoon shifts (starting approximately 2:45 p.m.)
• Evening shift (starting approximately 5:45 p.m.)
• Holidays
• Weekends

• Yes
• No

• Yes
• No

1. Identifies, coordinates, implements, and monitors assigned recreational programs including identifying customer needs, scheduling appropriate recreational facilities, enforcing facility rules, collecting applicable fees, and preparing bank deposit Recreation, Coordinator, Customer Service, Monitoring, Staff, Operations

• • Provides customer service, information and support of Community Recreation programs and activities. Service to MWR customers includes, but is not limited to: checking patron eligibility to ensure authorized use of recreation facilities, resources and equipment, providing information about activities and program offerings, opening and closing facilities, ordering and restocking supplies, and preparing snack bar menu items or pre- packaged retail items.
  • Collects fees from customers associated with sales of tickets, retail and rental items, as well as from classes, trips, and various other Community Recreation programs using Point of Sales (POS) and computer programs.
  • Is accountable for the accuracy of daily sales transactions and completes a Daily Activity Report (DAR) at the end of every shift.
  • Assists in processing customer Internet registrations (i.e. Net Near You), initial log-ins and event registrations.
  • Checks Community Recreation equipment and resources in and out, collects any applicable rental fees, inventories items and completes inspections upon return.
  • Notifies supervisor or program lead if damage or loss has occurred.
  • Ensures all rental or check-out forms are properly completed and reservation and check- out procedures are followed.
  • Conducts inventory, maintains inventory controls and maintains equipment for proper accountability of program equipment and resources.
  • Assists in administering traditional and non-traditional workshops, clinics and events in a variety of leisure and recreation skills subject areas, in tune with offerings popular in the local area, including but not limited to camping, cycling, sailing, backpacking, canoeing, snow skiing, hiking and water sports.
  • Provides recreation experiences related to leisure skill sets in the form of day and weekend trips.
  • Assists in day-to-day administration of multiple programs to which assigned. Tasks include submission of event after-action reports, patronage data collection and entering program data.

• • Performs inventory of various types of equipment, retail goods, supplies and items deemed to have cash value.
  • Performs administrative duties, all of which are accomplished through a variety of means, including computer software programs which track resource inventories, patron usage/comments, and program standards metrics.
  • Assists with recruitment, training and scheduling of Community Recreation staff.
  • Actively supports the command statement on adherence to EEO principles and policies.
  • Assists in the planning, coordinating, publicizing, marketing and execution of MWR programs and special events.
  • Performs entertainment and promotion scheduling.
  • Assists in updating of electronic and multi-media support tools, as needed.
  • Seeks ways to promote MWR facilities and events through outreach opportunities on base.
  • Promotes use of recreational E-reading resources available through online MWR Library Program resources.
  • Develops working partnerships with both on base and off base organizations (park districts, forest preserve, clubs, special interest groups, etc.) to support and benefit MWR programs.
  • Performs community outreach to assist in the development of contacts.
  • Assists in the creation of professional proposals, execution of agreements and follow-up.
  • Researches and provides information and referral for a variety of recreational opportunities for individuals/families on and off the base.
  • Adheres to NAVMED P-5010 sanitation requirements.
  • Initiates and follows up on maintenance trouble calls to get equipment/facility issues resolved.
  • Provides support for Community Recreation event set up and break down.
  • Performs other duties as assigned as they pertains to the duties of this position.

• Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRMA Installations. (review required documents section for more information.)
• Must pass all applicable records and background check.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.

• • Combination of experience related to customer service and or recreation activity based functions.
  • Ability to organize, plan, administer special events and entertainment activities.
  • Must be able to work independently, make sound decisions and have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
  • Knowledge of the goals, principles, techniques and procedures used in organizing, planning and conducting leisure time activities.
  • Knowledge of the Navy MWR mission and the entire scope of Community Recreation activities and their suitability for individuals, groups, ages and interests.
  • Knowledge of the functions, procedures, and operations of recreation activities.

• • Must have strong customer service skills.
  • Ability to maintain records, compile and organize data for reports, and perform research on recreation topics for dissemination to customers.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  • Knowledge of computers, office procedures and print production.

Support the Military's Quality of Life programs! The Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) department of Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) provides fitness, recreation, lodging and food and beverage programs for service members, their families, retired military and civilian employees. This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Community Recreation, and Deployed Support Branch; Fleet Readiness; Commander, Navy Installations command (CNIC); Naval Base Kitsap Bremerton.

Responsibilities:

• Provides customer service, information and support of Community Recreation Service to MWR customers
• Checks patron eligibility to ensure authorized use of recreation facilities, resources and equipment
• Provides information about activities and program offerings
• Opening and closing facilities
• Ordering and restocking supplies
• Preparing snack bar menu items or prepackaged retail items
• Collects fees from customers associated with sales of retail items, as well as from classes, trips, and various other Community Recreation programs using Point of Sales (POS) and computer programs
• Is accountable for the accuracy of daily sales transactions
• Checks Community Recreation equipment and resources in and out, collects any applicable fees, inventories items and completes inspections upon return
• Performs inventory of various types of equipment, retail goods, supplies and items deemed to have cash value
• Performs administrative duties, all of which are accomplished through a variety of means, including computer software programs which track resource inventories, patron usage/comments, and program standards metrics
• Assists in updating of electronic and multi-media support tools, as needed
• Seeks ways to promote MWR facilities and events through outreach opportunities on base
• Adheres to NAVMED P-5010 sanitation requirements
• Performs other duties as assigned as they pertain to the duties of this position

Requirements:

• Must be over the age of 21 in order to meet programs full needs
• A valid state driver's license is required to obtained and maintained within 90 days of employment
• Work involves frequent lifting or moving objects weighing up to 40 pounds
• Must be able to obtain and maintain food handler's certification, CPR and First Aid within 90 days of hire

Qualifications:

• Ability to work independently
• Ability to organize, plan, administer special events and entertainment activities
• Knowledge of goals, principles and techniques and procedures used in organizing, planning and conducting leisure time activities
• Knowledge of the Navy MWR mission and entire scope of Community Recreation activities and their suitability for individuals, groups, ages and interests
• Individual must be responsible with a pleasant, courteous attitude who can communicate effectively with the public
• Will need to collect and accurately record cash transactions, and operate a cash register

Education:

There is no educational requirement for this position.

Additional Information:

• Salary is dependent on experience and/or education
• Some positions have special requirements
• Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period
• Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required
• We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States
• This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate
• For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes
• Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs
• According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment
• Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace
• The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service

The Recreation Leader Scorekeeper plays a vital role in supporting the success of the City's adult and youth sports leagues by providing accurate and timely scorekeeping and ensuring a positive game-day experience for participants, officials, and spectators. This position serves as the front-line representative of the Recreation Department at sports venues and contributes to the smooth operation and integrity of athletic programs.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Accurately record and maintain game scores, fouls, timeouts, and player statistics during assigned sports league games (e.g., basketball, volleyball, flag football, softball).
• Operate electronic scoreboards and game clocks as needed.
• Communicate with officials and site supervisors to ensure clear understanding of game procedures and rules.
• Set up and break down scorekeeping stations and equipment before and after games.
• Provide friendly customer service and assistance to participants, coaches, and spectators.
• Ensure proper documentation and submission of game results at the end of each shift.
• Monitor field/court conditions and report unsafe situations or incidents to supervisors promptly.
• Serve as a role model by demonstrating professionalism, punctuality, and teamwork.

The ideal candidate for the Recreation Leader Scorekeeper position will possess a strong interest in sports and recreation, along with a commitment to creating a positive and organized game-day experience for players and spectators. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate the following:

• Previous Experience in Scorekeeping Especially in sports such as basketball, volleyball, flag football, or softball, with the ability to operate electronic scoreboards and timekeeping systems confidently.
• Knowledge of Sports Rules and Game Flow Familiarity with official rules and league operations, including fouls, timeouts, player rotations, and scoring procedures.
• Strong Communication Skills Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with officials, site supervisors, coaches, and participants.
• Reliability and Punctuality A consistent record of showing up on time, being prepared, and fulfilling assigned responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Positive and Professional Attitude Enthusiastic, approachable, and customer-service oriented, representing the City in a respectful and inclusive manner.
• Flexibility and Teamwork Willingness to adapt to last-minute changes, assist with setup/takedown, and collaborate with other part-time staff and Recreation team members.

Candidates with a passion for recreation, attention to detail, and a strong sense of responsibility are encouraged to apply. An official City of West Sacramento application form must be filled out in its entirety. It is the applicant's responsibility to explain their qualifications fully and clearly. Incomplete information on the application may be cause for disqualification. In addition, the applicant must submit a resume. Applications and resumes will be screened for qualifications. The most qualified applicants will be placed on an eligibility list. The top scoring candidates will be referred to the department for further consideration and the next step in the selection process.

• Planning, scheduling, and running recreation programs and special events.
• Coordinating with and supporting part-time and seasonal staff
• Interacting with patrons to ensure a safe, welcoming, and fun experience
• Purchasing and managing supplies within your program budget
• Problem-solving on the spot to keep things running smoothly
• Preparing facilities and coordinating space usage
• Handling program registrations and updating records
• Collaborating with community partners and promoting programs
• Creating marketing materials, flyers, and social media content
• Keeping everything organized while adapting to whatever the day brings

• Skilled in planning and running events or recreational programs
• A strong communicator with excellent customer service instincts
• Energetic, adaptable, and thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented and able to keep multiple programs moving at once
• Passionate about recreation, wellness, and public service

• Emergency response/rescue
• Handling or working with hazardous materials, including chemicals as well as solid and liquid waste
• Operating or maintaining water and wastewater systems
• Writing or modifying code, maintaining or modifying City data systems including work on networks, servers, and communication systems
• CDL operations and driving
• Operating power-driven machinery or equipment
• Creating or modifying health, financial, security and or risk documents or assessments
• Working with or directing minors

• CIGNA Health
• Delta Dental
• VSP Vision
• Medical Reimbursement Account, Flexible Spending
• MASA Supplementary Ambulance Care
• Voya Supplementary Hospital, Accident, and Critical Illness Plans
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Options
• Life Insurance
• 457/IRA Retirement Options
• Employees Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Free Counseling Services
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Shield/ID Shield
• Eleven Paid Holidays Annually
• Wyoming Retirement System - Retirement Income for life. Employer match exceeds employee contribution.
  • Public Employee Pension Plan:
    • Employer 9.37% Employee 9.25%
  • Law Enforcement Pension Plan
    • Employer 10.6% Employee 6.6%
  • Paid Fire B Pension Plan
    • Employer 16.00% Employee 11.245%

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• Some High School
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctoral Degree

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years or more

• Yes
• No
• No, but I have the ability to obtain within 12 months of hire.

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• No