TOWNSHIP OF MONROE  COUNTY OF GLOUCESTER

Job Posting

for the full-time position of

Recreation Leader
(Parks & Recreation Department)

POSITION DESCRIPTION AND REQUIREMENTS

The Township of Monroe is seeking a qualified individual to serve as Recreation Leader. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, responsibility of planning and overseeing specific recreation program activities and events.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:

  • Leads, oversees and participates in recreational program activities in a recreation center or other facility.
  • Ensures program guidelines and safety practices are followed; immediately responds to potentially hazardous situations to avoid accidents or injury; reports all accidents to supervisor.
  • Instructs individuals and groups in area of specialty (e.g. arts & crafts, boxing, drama, senior citizen activities, sports, social recreation, etc.).
  • Assists with curriculum planning and developing specific activities; implements program plans and makes recommendations for new activities.
  • Demonstrates and explains the concepts, techniques, procedures, rules and regulations used in the recreation program.
  • Assists in directing tournaments, socials, dances, seminars and other special events.
  • Oversees assigned functional areas of the center such as the gymnasium, auditorium, athletic field, game room or handicrafts.
  • May perform field preparation duties for sports and other programs (e.g. baseball, softball, football, etc.)
  • Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment; ensures the proper use of equipment.
  • Prepares and maintains records and reports of plans, program activities, and attendance.
  • Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

LICENSE: Appointees will be required to possess a driver’s license valid in New Jersey.

Residency Restriction preferred

Salary range: $50,614. -$87,926.

NOTE: The definition and examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

The Township of Monroe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applications can be found at monroetownshipnj.org/employment
submitted to:
Christine Scola, Human Resource Department ~ 125 Virginia Ave. Williamstown, NJ 08094

**** Closing Date for submission of applications is Wednesday March 29, 2023