Recreation Activity Center (RAC) Leader

Full Job Description

This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.

Several vacancies exist in the Department of Recreation and Parks for Recreation Activity Center (RAC) Leaders.

Pay Schedule I, Grade 20, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week

Locations
Hillendale Recreation Activity Center (RAC)

1111 Halstead Road
Baltimore, Maryland 21234

Winfield Recreation Activity Center (RAC)
8304 Carlson Lane
Baltimore, Maryland 21244

Definition of Responsibility
Supervising, coordinating, organizing, and overseeing various recreational and park programs while ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of community relations and facilities.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You must attach your transcripts, degrees, diplomas, professional licenses, and/or certifications to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of professional Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of professional licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Requirements

Job Purpose
Under close supervision, leads a wide variety of recreation activities and special events within a recreation activity center.

Essential Job Duties

Examples of Other Duties

Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

Education and Experience
Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent.
Plus
One year of successful experience as a recreation leader, recreation specialist, teacher assistant, social worker or counselor in a closely related field, or one year of experience in education as a teacher.

Preferred Qualifications

Completion of at least 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university

Possession of valid CPR and first aid certifications

Possession of a valid ServSafe Food Handler certification

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level)

• Knowledge of the needs, capabilities, and interests of diverse youth groups and individuals.
• Basic knowledge of the organization of clubs, entertainment, leagues, and tournaments.
• Knowledge of CPR and first aid.
• Skill in completing forms and reports.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Skill in developing recreation activities.
• Ability to organize and schedule a variety of recreation programs directed towards at-risk youth.
• Ability to implement activities conducted at a recreation activity center.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance)

• Knowledge of County and departmental policies, procedures, regulations, and rules.
• Knowledge of departmental recreation and parks programs, services, and operations.
• Knowledge of the objectives and theory of neighborhood recreation programs.
• Basic knowledge of community, human, and social services assistance programs.
• Knowledge of CPR and first aid.
• Skill in conducting recreation and education activities.
• Skill in handling hostile individuals and individuals experiencing a crisis.
• Skill in administering CPR and first aid.
• Ability to handle hostile individuals and crises.
• Ability to lead and supervise volunteers.
• Ability to administer CPR and first aid.

Licenses and Certificates

Possession of a valid driver’s license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver’s license is required at the time of appointment.

Must earn and maintain valid CPR and first aid certifications within 10 months of appointment.

Must earn and maintain a valid ServSafe Food Handler certification within 10 months of appointment.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and EducationApplicants are required to submit proof of professional licenses, certifications, and education to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position.

Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of professional Licenses, Certifications and Education may result in your application not being considered.

Proof of Degree EquivalencyApplicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc.

(www.WES.org) Mail or deliver documents to:ATTN: Recreation Activity Center (RAC) Leader Office of Human ResourcesBaltimore County Government308 Allegheny Ave.Towson, MD 21204

You must attach your transcripts, degrees, diplomas, professional licenses, and/or certifications to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Qualified applicants will be assigned a rating based on an evaluation of their training and experience as submitted on their application and supplemental questionnaire. Applicants are advised to state the dates, duties, and responsibilities of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Additional Information

Employees in this classification may be assigned to work evenings, holidays, nights, and weekends as needed.

Employees in this classification must maintain valid CPR and first aid certifications throughout employment.

Employees in this classification who do not maintain valid CPR and first aid certifications are subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

Employees in this classification must obtain and maintain a valid ServSafe Food Handler certification within 10 months of appointment.

Employees in this classification who do not obtain a valid ServSafe Food Handler certification within 10 months of appointment are subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination

Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work of this classification entails walking over rough and uneven surfaces in the inspection of facilities and grounds, and infrequent exposure to adverse weather while conducting outdoor public programs and events.

Some lifting and carrying are required in preparing for programs and events.

Administering CPR and first aid, handling and serving food to participants of recreation activity center programs.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.