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NEOGOV · 3 months ago

Seasonal Recreation Counselor III

Sunrise, FL

Full-time, Contract

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$16.06/hr - $16.06/hr

NEOGOV is a part of the City of Sunrise, which is looking for a Seasonal Recreation Counselor III. The role involves organizing and supervising recreational activities, maintaining public relations, and providing leadership in various activities at assigned recreation areas.

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Responsibilities

Organizes and supervises games, sports, individual and group activities, arts and crafts, and special activities; coaches and officiates team activities; maintains good public relations with the community

Assists in planning children's programs; swimming and personal hygiene; may purchase snacks and supplies for participants, consultants with parents regarding children's activities

Displays leadership ability in planning directing recreational activities; issues and maintains recreational equipment; teaches participants to safely and correctly operate playground equipment; maintains discipline; teaches fair play and sportsmanship; administers first aid; promotes safety

Maintains and submits attendance and other records; opens, closes and secures buildings; attends meetings, workshops and training clinics to keep abreast of new ideas and developments; arranges for social events

Qualification

ChildrenFirst aid skillsBasic swimming skillsSports rulesRecord keepingInstructional techniquesPublic relationsLeadership abilityCommunication skills

Required

Completion of the tenth (10th) school grade

Must be 17 years of age as of June 8, 2026

Must have at least two (2) seasons of experience or 640 Work Hours or more working with children in a recreational setting (1 Season = 320 Work Hours)

Proof of highest level of completed education must be submitted as an attachment with application

Ability to receive, follow and provide oral instructions

Utilize tact and courtesy when dealing with the general public and program participants

Ability to perceive and differentiate visual cues or signals

Ability to communicate orally and in writing

Required to read and speak English

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, City officials, employees, program participants and the general public

Ability to withstand pressure of competing priorities and varied responsibilities and work efficiently and effectively to develop win-win solutions