Recreation Leader (Programs)

CITY OF DOTHAN Personnel Department 126 North Saint Andrews Street Dothan, AL 36303 http://www.dothan.org INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF: Recreation Leader I (Programs) SALARY $18.25 - $29.17 Hourly **CLOSING DATE:11/16/2025 This is a full-time position responsible for supervisory work in the management and coordination of programs for Leisure Services. The incumbent is responsible for researching, developing, organizing, and supervising programs and city-wide special events. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Recreation, Physical Education, or a closely related field; and One (1) year recent experience in recreational programming, program development (youth, adult, senior adult, and/or therapeutics); and One (1) year recent experience in managing and/or developing events for the public; and Six (6) months recent experience in the use of Microsoft Office (Word and Excel); and Six (6) months recent recreational programming experience (examples of non-athletic programming are Esports tournament, Adult Easter Egg Hunt, Mother/Son Olympics, Santa and Pet Photo event, etc.). Possession of a current and valid certification in the following preferred: o Alabama Recreation and Parks Association (ARPA) Professional Recreator Certificate o Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) Certification o CPR/First Aid Instructor o Certified Festival and Event Associate (CFEA) Certification o Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) o Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) o Certified Pool Operator (CPO) o Certified Sports Field Manager (CSFM) o Certified Sports Official (Such as Dixie Youth, Special Olympics, etc.) o Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) o Certified Youth Sports Administrator o Group Fitness Instructor (From an Accredited Institution/Program) o NASP Basic Archery Instructor or USA Archery - Level I Instructor Certification o Ornamental and Turf Pest Control Supervisor or Custodial (OTPS/OTPC) Certification o Personal Trainer Certification (From an Accredited Institution/Program) o ServSafe Manager Certificate o Trail Maintenance, Management, and/or Master Certification o Turfgrass Management Certification o Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certification Possession of a current and valid American Red Cross OR American Heart Association CPR/AED certificate preferred. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in Recreation, Marketing, Business Administration, Public Administration, Education, Hospitality Management, or closely related field preferred. Four (4) months recent (within the last two years) seasonal or part-time employment with the City of Dothan performing responsibilities in recreational, educational events, and/or athletic programs preferred. *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 Condition of Employment/Promotion/Demotion/Transfer Employees are required to complete Certification of Understanding and Condition of Employment/Promotion/Demotion/Transfer Form. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must obtain and maintain American Red Cross or American Heart Association CPR/AED certification within one (1) year of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer. (See condition for details.) Employees in this position are required to obtain/maintain a Class C with passenger endorsement Commercial Driver License (CDL) within 120 days of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer. (See condition for details.) An applicant for this position is subject to various background investigations up to and including criminal, credit, past employment, and reference checks. An applicant for this position is subject t 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 based 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 in writing on or before the closing date by emailing jobs@dothan.org. For more detailed information and to apply go to the City of Dothan's website at http://www.dothan.org and click on the employment link.