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Job Summary

$37,479 - $57,752 / year, DOQ + Full-Time County Benefits 

The James City County Parks & Recreation Department seeks an enthusiastic individual with great leadership and customer service skills. Must demonstrate the ability to work in a team environment and organize and conduct a variety of fun activities such as sports, games, and arts and crafts for children ages 5 - 14 in the year-round recreation programs and events.

Responsibilities:

Oversees site staff; assists with the completion of developmental plans and evaluations; addresses disciplinary concerns; maintains work schedules; reviews timesheets and leave requests; prepares and co-conducts staff meetings and trainings.
Organizes, leads, teaches, and supervises a variety of recreational activities such as arts and crafts, sports, outdoor games, educational program components, etc. for varying age groups and skill levels; supervises participants on field trips; plans daily activity and snack schedule; coordinates family involvement and other site special events.
Establishes and maintains rapport with participants, parents, school staff, administrative officials and other community partners; works with parents and/or school staff to address behavioral needs and/or special accommodation; provides information to public; implements program surveys and collects patron feedback, responds to customer inquiries and/or complaints; may be asked to represent the Division on interagency councils and committees and community agencies and groups, both public and private.
Ensures a safe environment and proper use, inventory and upkeep of site facilities, vehicles, supplies and equipment; develops and enforces site rules; opens, closes and secures facility daily.
Maintains program within budget limitations; keeps accurate records/statistics and completes necessary site paperwork; reports all accidents, incidents and disciplinary actions to supervisor.
Acts in absence of the Recreation Supervisor; supervises and conducts daily program planning and scheduling, activity leadership, site record keeping and staff management for preschool, elementary and/or teen programs.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to 48 credit-hours college coursework; Bachelor's degree in recreation, education or child care related field preferred; childcare certificate or credential from state-licensed approved program also acceptable; some experience in staff management, instructional procedures and practices and working with children of different ages and abilities, preferably in a recreational, State-licensed or educational setting; some supervisory experience preferred.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must possess, or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Virginia driver's license and have an acceptable driving record based on James City County's criteria.
Must possess or be able to obtain within 60 days of hire American Red Cross certification in First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for the Professional Rescuer (Infants, Adults and Child), and Medicine Administration; training in passenger van safety and County sponsored OSHA training.
Knowledge of instructional procedures and practices; and understanding of growth and development of children of different ages and abilities.
Skill in use of computer software, especially Microsoft Office Suite; arts and crafts; sports and games.
Ability to work effectively in a team setting and with children, families, staff and community partners and contacts; solve complex problems and work efficiently and effectively under pressure such as deadlines or emergencies; work under minimal supervision; communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Must complete all post-offers required for this position.

Click here for full job description. Accepting applications until position is filled. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a fully completed application is required for your application to be considered.

James City County is dedicated to building a diverse workforce and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you need assistance with completing the employment application, please contact the HR Department at 757-253-6680 or email HR.Recruit@jamescitycountyva.gov.