Recreation Leader 1 (Healthy Active Living)
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Recreation Leader 1 (Healthy Active Living)Print ( Leader 1 (Healthy Active Living)SalarySee Position DescriptionLocationPittsburgh, PAJob TypeCS Non-Competitive, Full TimeJob Number24-RHAL-01DepartmentParks & RecreationOpening Date04/29/2024Closing DateContinuousFLSANon-ExemptBargaining Unit07DescriptionBenefitsQuestionsPOSITION SUMMARYAssists in the planning, implementation and evaluation of programs and services offered through CitiParks Healthy Active Living (HAL) Senior Community Centers, by coordinating health, wellness and socialization activities.Department: Parks & RecreationSalary: $41,200 per yearPosting Type: Announcement/BidUnion: This position is included in the Recreation Teacher's Union, Service Employees International Union, Local #668, meet and discuss unit and will be filled in accordance with the provisions of the Memorandum of Understanding.Union Bid Form: None required. Your application for this position will serve as your union Bid Form.Civil Service Classification: Non-CompetitiveREQUIREMENTSGENERAL APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:You must submit or show proof of all of the following at the time of filing your application (unless otherwise indicated below) or your application will be disqualified. Disqualifications based on any of these General Application Requirements are not subject to a Civil Service appeal.Applicants must submit a complete application including education, work experience, a resume (if applicable) and completed supplemental questions.Pennsylvania Act 153 Clearance prior to appointment.Applicants must become residents of the City of Pittsburgh prior to employment and remain a resident throughout employment.Click here ( to view a map of City of Pittsburgh neighborhoods.A current, valid Class C Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Operator's License is preferred but not required.NOTE: The City of Pittsburgh, as a matter of policy, conducts pre-employment and promotional background investigations on all candidates being considered for positions. The background investigation includes but is not limited to criminal background, driver's license and City of Pittsburgh real estate tax payments. Candidates may be disqualified from consideration for employment based on the results of their background investigation (as it relates to the job for which the applicant is being considered).NOTE: Candidates being considered for employment will be required to submit official transcripts to verify of their post-secondary education (college/university, trade school, etc.) prior to being hired by the City of Pittsburgh. Transcripts must be submitted at the time of any/each job interview you have with the City of Pittsburgh.QUALIFYING REQUIREMENTS:Your City of Pittsburgh application will be reviewed and your work experience and education/training will be evaluated to determine if you meet the qualifying eligibility requirements listed below for this position. You will be sent an eligibility letter regarding your eligible/ineligible status.WORK EXPERIENCE: The application must clearly show one (1) year of full-time experience in senior and/or recreation programming, program/curriculum development and implementation, community engagement or a related field. (Less than full-time experience will be calculated on a pro-rated basis).EDUCATION/TRAINING: The application must clearly show an Associate's Degree in Social Services, Recreation, Leisure Studies or a related field (See NOTE under the General Application Requirements Section above regarding the verification of education/training).EQUIVALENCY: Education/training and/or related work experience may be substituted on a year for year basis if the application clearly shows the required number of years to meet the Total Qualifying Requirement for this position (based on the sum of work experience and education/training listed above). Th e Total Qualifying Requirement is three (3) years. (See NOTE under the General Application Requirements Section above regarding the verification of education/training).CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATIONSIf you meet the qualifying requirements listed above, you will be sent a letter of admission (when applicable) for the following examination(s). You must pass the written and/or performance examination(s) in order to have your name placed on the official Civil Service eligibility list for this position. Candidates who receive job offers must pass a medical examination (when applicable) prior to start date.Written: None required for this position.Performance: None required for this position.Medical: Required.POSITION DUTIESAssists in the planning, implementation and evaluation of approved activities at HAL Community Centers (e.g., health and wellness activities, physical and leisure activities, fine arts, etc.).Ensures that programs adhere to established guidelines and contracts and makes on-site inspections as requested or required.Assists in overseeing HAL Center participants, distributing meals and maintaining a safe and constructive environment.Assists the HAL Center Director(s) in planning, conducting and evaluating daily programs, facility operations and/or special events (e.g., open houses, festivals, exhibits, concerts, field trips, permit events, etc.).Maintains records for city, federal and/or state funded programs, and prepares accurate reports, correspondence, etc.Assists with the collection of data and metrics of senior participant engagement and activities, and performs data entry when necessary.Acts as a liaison with community organizations and/or Advisory Council regarding approved programs and/or events.Assists in working with senior interest groups and sponsors to develop programs as assigned or required.Serves as a HAL program community liaison, performing outreach to engage new participant/members.Assists in recruiting, directing, coordinating and evaluating assigned volunteers.Works evenings, weekends and holidays, as may be required.Under the direction of the Center Director and/or Program Supervisors, assists in the promotion of the HAL program and all related activities.May complete client intake forms and make referrals and assessments as necessary or assigned.Determines and requests supplies, materials and/or additional staff for assigned activities.Assists in the development and implementation of a facility's operating budget for existing and proposed programs as assigned or required.May provide CPR or First Aid.Attends approved training programs, conferences and staff meetings as requested or required.May direct the work of (and provide technical assistance to) assigned personnel.May provide information (e.g., Rent Rebate Program, Farmer's Market Voucher Program, Virtual Senior Academy, etc.) to senior participants.May assist in the monitoring of program revenue and expenditures as requested or required.Performs activities and functions of related personnel and other related tasks/duties as assigned or required.Click here ( to view the full job description including knowledge, skills, and abilities and working conditions for this position. Locate and click on the position title to view the complete job description .Full-time City employees receive a comprehensive benefit package including:Health, Dental and Vision BenefitsPensionVoluntary Deferred Compensation PlanTuition ReimbursementPaid HolidaysPaid VacationPersonal Days(Benefits may be modified based on collective bargaining unit terms.)01All City of Pittsburgh positions require you to be a City resident. If you are not already a City of Pittsburgh resident, are you willing to relocate?N/A- I am already a City of Pittsburgh resident.Yes, I AM willing to relocate (prior to my start date) if I am selected to fill this position.NO, I am NOT willing to relocate (prior to my start date) if I am selected to fill this position.02Did you read and understand that Pennsylvania Act 153 Clearances are required prior to appointment?YesNo03Do you have an Associate's Degree from a fully accredited institution in Social Services, Recreation, Leisure Studies or a related field?YesNo04If so, please list your field of study.05Do you have one (1) year of full-time experience in recreation programming, curriculum implementation, teaching or a related field?YesNo06Did you remember to attach your complete resume with this application? If you did not, your application may be disqualified.YesNo07Please confirm below that you understand that your OFFICIAL transcripts must be submitted by mail or in person to the Department of Human Resources and Civil Service if you are selected to fill this position.YesNoRequired QuestionAgencyCity of PittsburghAddress414 Grant Street Room 431 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15219Phone412-###-####Website verify your email address Verify Email