CITY OF DOTHAN
Personnel Department
126 North Saint Andrews Street
Dothan, AL 36303
http://www.dothan.org
Recreation Leader I (Athletics)
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SALARY
$17.01 - $27.20 Hourly
Closing Date: 07/15/2024
This position is responsible for leading and participating in the implementation of assigned leisure services programs and for participating in the maintenance of assigned facilities.
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from standard senior high school or GED, as recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA); and
- One (1) year experience in a specialty, such as recreation/athletics, aquatics, therapeutics, or seniors.
- Graduation from an accredited* college or university with an Associate’s degree in Recreation, Physical Education, or closely related field is preferred.
- Certification in any of the following is preferred:
- Alabama Recreation and Parks Association (ARPA) Professional Recreator Certificate
- Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) Certification
- CPR/First Aid Instructor
- Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP)
- Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI)
- Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
- Certified Sports Field Manager (CSFM)
- Certified Sports Official (Such as Dixie Youth, Special Olympics, etc.)
- Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)
- Certified Youth Sports Administrator
- Group Fitness Instructor (From an Accredited Institution/Program)
- Ornamental and Turf Pest Control Supervisor or Custodial (OTPS/OTPC) Certification
- Personal Trainer Certification (From an Accredited Institution/Program)
- ServSafe Manager Certificate
- Turfgrass Management Certification
- USA Archery - Level I Instructor Certification
- Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certification
- Other certification deemed acceptable by Leisure Services Director
*Accredited through an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT/PROMOTION/DEMOTION/TRANSFER
Employees are required to complete Certification of Understanding & Condition of Employment/Promotion/Transfer Form at time of hire. (See condition for details.)
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- A valid driver license and an acceptable driving record. (PBA09/10/01)
- Must obtain/maintain CPR certification within one (1) year of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer.
- An applicant for this position is subject to various background investigations up to and including a criminal, credit, past employment, and reference checks.
- An applicant for this position is subject to a criminal history background check pursuant to the following statutes: §§38-13-1. Ala. Code (1975) et seq., as amended by the Child Care Safety Act (Act of Alabama #2018-278), Act of Alabama 2019-322, or §41-27-10, Ala. Code (1975).
- Employees are required submit to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with the City of Dothan policy, which includes pre-employment and random tests for the duration of employment in this position. (PBA 08/13/12)
- Must meet the City of Dothan’s employment physical standards, which include drug/alcohol testing.
Application / Examination
Qualified applicants will be evaluated on training and experience as documented on their application. This evaluation will comprise 100% of their final grade.
Applicants with a disability who feel they need accommodation should contact the Personnel Department on or before the closing date by emailing jobs@dothan.org.
An Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.01 - $27.20 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person