Recreation Leader II- Department of Recreation & Parks

Salary Range:  $47,699.00 - $77,744.00 Annually 

Started Hiring Range:  $47,699.00- $62,721.50 Annually 

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Job Summary:  

A Recreation Leader II assists the Recreation Center Director in coordinating, planning, administrating, supervising and conducting recreational and cultural programs at a recreation center and/or pool. Work of this class involves some supervisory duties or responsibilities.

Incumbents receive supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek which includes evening and weekend hours. Work is performed in recreation centers, athletic fields and other facilities where inclement weather conditions may be encountered. Work requires moderate physical exertion.

Minimum Qualifications:                             

On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:  

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate.

AND 

Experience: Have three years of experience in leading recreation activities.

OR 

Equivalency Notes: Six months of additional experience in leading recreational activities may be substituted for each year of the high school requirement. A bachelor's degree in recreation, physical education or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the experience requirement.

**APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration. ** 

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 

• Knowledge of the rules and regulations of a wide variety of sports, games and recreational activities.

• Knowledge of basic first-aid techniques.

• Knowledge of the use and care of recreational equipment.

• Ability to plan and organize recreational activities.

• Ability to work effectively with large groups of people.

• Ability to maintain discipline and order.

• Ability to maintain records.

Background Check                                        

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed. 

Probation 

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation.

Eligibility 

Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.          

Education Accreditation 

Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org. 

Selection Process 

All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.  

Examination Process 

Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months. 

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.                   

Your Recruiter: Maya McEachern

If you have any questions please contact Maya McEachern, HR Specialist II, via email at [email protected].  

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application. 

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