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Salary : $29,972.80 Annually
Location : 6201 Florida Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type: Full Time Non-Exempt
Job Number: ADED2026
Department: Recreation
Opening Date: 07/31/2026
Closing Date: 8/14/2026 4:59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
General Summary
The Educator works in the Recreation Department and throughout EBR Parish at BREC parks and at community events. This requires scheduling educational and recreational programs, supervising staff and volunteers, leading and instructing programs, researching and developing curriculum and schedules, teaching and leading group activities, and composing routine correspondence. Work involves interaction with other employees, volunteers, community leaders, and the general public.
Requirements and Job Specifications
Education Required: Successful completion of two (2) or more years at an accredited 4 year college or university
Preferred: Graduation from an accredited 4 year college or university
Area of Study: Rec Admin, Therapeutic Recreation, Sports Admin, Outdoor Programming, Education, or related field
Preferred: Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation, Social Services, Education or related field
Certification(s) Required: First Aid & CPR/AED within 30 days of hire
Preferred: CPR and First Aid, CTRS or ADC for Therapeutic Recreation
License(s) Required: Valid LA driver's license. Will obtain Class D chauffeur's license within 60 days of employment
Preferred: Class D Chauffeur's license
Years Relevant Work Experience: Two (2) years supervisory or recreation programming experience. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Preferred: Three (3) or more years supervisory and recreational programming experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience working with youth
• Leadership skills, including ability to inspire confidence and enthusiasm to participants
• Computer and general office skills
• Written & oral communication skills for public programming
• Interpersonal/public relations skills
• Ability to follow instructions

Functions and Duties
Essential Functions and Duties:

• Researches, schedules and implements recreation programs
• Assists with the direct supervision of equipment, vehicle and the direct the work of staff and volunteers
• Prepares and disseminates correspondence about programs to area schools, community organizations, and BREC parks including programs offered and confirmations
• Assists in development, installation, and marketing items and equipment
• Organize and teach program specific skills (new and existing) to participants
• Research, create, and execute lesson plans for students
• Assist and lead participants in various activities and events
• Lead and instruct workout classes and activities
• Assist and fulfill Summer Camp plans as needed
• Assist in the upkeep of all facilities and equipment

Other duties:

• Research, schedules and implements Adaptive programs with developmental and intellectual disabilities
• Assisting individuals in programs and events of all ages and abilities to include those with intellectual disabilities
• Assist with the management of the Sensory Tent at large community events
• Complete individual assessments
• Adapting activities for participants and assisting individuals with transfer and personal care of participants

Supplemental Information
Hours Worked: Full-time position; scheduled within framework of 8 hours per day, 5 days a week, may vary according to special events; frequent weekends, evening and holiday work; lunch break daily; overtime as required.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
You must include all relevant education and experience on your official BREC online application or it will be deemed incomplete and you will be ineligible for this vacancy. Complete each section of this application (i.e. work experience, education, etc.) to demonstrate that you meet the eligibility and minimum qualification requirements described in this announcement.
An offer of employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment criminal background check, Motor Vehicle Records check, drug screen and physical.
2026 FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
HEALTH INSURANCE: BREC provides comprehensive medical coverage through Louisiana Blue formerly BCBSLA, including HMO, PPO, and Blue Saver (Qualified High-Deductible Health Savings Account) options. Coverage becomes effective on the first day of the month following a two-month waiting period. Employee cost per month for HMO: $175.43 - employee only; $597.45 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $962.52-family. Employee cost per month for PPO: $375.23- employee only;$975.50- employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $1,492.70 - family. Employee cost per month for Blue Saver: $39.08 - employee only; $162.68 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $290.49 - family. In addition to medical coverage, BREC offers voluntary insurance options, including Dental and Vision.
LIFE INSURANCE: All full-time employees are insured under a Group Term Life Insurance policy provided by Lincoln Financial. Coverage is subject to reduction at ages 65 and 70. There is no cost to the employee; however, coverage associated with salaries exceeding $50,000 is subject to imputed income in accordance with IRS regulations. Coverage is effective immediately upon eligibility.
RETIREMENT SYSTEM: BREC contributes 38.22% of each employee's salary to the City-Parish Employees' Retirement System. Employees contribute 9.5% of salary. All retirement contributions are tax-deferred. Employee contributions are maintained in individual accounts and are refunded if an employee leaves BREC prior to retirement eligibility. After 25 years of service, employees may be eligible for additional benefits through the Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP). BREC also offers a Supplemental Retirement Deferred Compensation Plan through Nationwide Retirement Solutions, available through convenient payroll deductions.
HOLIDAYS: BREC employees receive twelve (12) paid holidays per year.
SICK LEAVE: BREC employees accumulate sick leave at the rate of 100 hours per year the first five years they are employed; accrual of hours will increase based on the number of years of service, thereafter, up to 192 hours for 15 or more years. Employee is eligible to utilize leave after 30 days of continuous employment.
ANNUAL LEAVE: BREC employees earn annual leave at the rate of 100 hours per year the first five years they are employed; accrual of hours will increased based on the number of years of service, thereafter, up to 192 hours for 15 or more years. Employee is eligible to utilize leave after 90 days of continuous employment.
FULL-TIME STATUS: Upon completion of a six-month probationary periods and approval of supervisor, full-time status will be achieved.
EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS: BREC full-time employees can take advantage of a generous discount. Some restrictions may apply. See the discount policy for more details.
EAP: BREC's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is administered by Lucet. They EAP helps employees and their family members resolve personal or work-related problems.
CREDIT UNION: BREC employees are eligible to join the City Federal Credit Union and/or Pelican State Credit Union and enlist in payroll deduction plan. Direct deposit to the Credit Union is also available.
FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS: BREC is a qualifying employer for public service loan forgiveness. Employees who have Federal Direct Loans and have made 120 payments on the Federal Direct Loans (after October 1, 2007) may be eligible for the remaining loan balance to be forgiven.
LA START: This 529 Qualified Tuition savings plan may be open on behalf of a named Beneficiary by anyone, including legal entities, provided that the Account Owner or the Beneficiary is a resident of Louisiana. Account Owners may save at their own pace, in amounts they can afford.
FSA: BREC offers an FSA that allows employees to contribute a portion of their regular earnings before taxes. Distributions from the account must be used to reimburse the employee for qualified expenses related to medical and dental services.
SUPPLEMENT BENEFITS: BREC offers voluntary benefits through AFLAC or Colonial Life. Those benefits include accident insurance, critical care, hospital indemnity, life, LTD and STD.
BREC reserves the right to at any time and from time to time to modify or amend, in whole or in part, any or all of the provisions of the benefit package.
*Commissioned Approved Benefits Effective January 1, 2026*
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Have you ever volunteered for BREC? Yes or No. If so, in what capacity and what location?
02
Select the option that describes your highest level of education.

• High School Diploma/GED Certificate
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Vocational Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctor of Philosophy

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Do you have a valid Louisiana driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess an active CPR/First Aid certification

• Yes
• No
• Yes, I am also AED certified

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Do you have at least 2 years experience in the field of Recreation?

• Yes
• No

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Please describe what experience you have working with people with physical or mental disabilities. If you have no experience of this type, enter N/A.
Required Question