Field Supervisor

The City of Lakewood is dedicated to upholding City values to include: Performance Excellence, Leadership, Respect and Collaboration. Best fit candidates will demonstrate innovation, customer service, dedication, passion and engagement. All people, citizens and employees, will be treated with respect, relevance, and importance.

HIRING RATE: $18.00/hour

JOB SUMMARY

The primary responsibilities of the Field Supervisor are to provide on-site supervision and assist the Recreation Coordinator-Programs with preparation for youth and adult sports, special events, and projects as assigned. This position works an average of 30 hours per week year-round, with evenings and weekends required.

The City of Lakewood is currently recruiting variable employees for this position. A variable employee is an at-will employee who works in a seasonal or temporary capacity.  Their work schedule is based on business need.  This position would be a part-time non benefitted position.

ABOUT COMMUNITY RESOURCES:

Community Resources is committed to providing high quality park, recreation, family and cultural services and facilities that inspire enjoyment, learning and wellness in the lives of those who live, work and play in Lakewood.  We value leadership, integrity, communication and connection, diversity and adaptability.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Major Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities):

• Serve as on-site liaison for program coaches, volunteers, participants, and officials. 
• Responsible for daily check ins for programs, activities, and events.
• Distribute and maintain all necessary forms, paperwork, and attendance records of participants.
• Problem-solve, communicate, and mediate any issues that arise between participants, staff, officials, and the general public.
• Follow through with rain-out policy as needed; cancel programs, activities, or events on-site when necessary, update weather hotline as appropriate, and update immediate supervisor.
• Responsible for proper field/facility preparation and set up
• Attend to accidents and emergency/crisis situations as needed.
• Consult with supervisor on City, department, division, and program policies and procedures.
• Be available for pre-season staff and participant meetings and any additional program meetings.
• Report pertinent information, including scores, incidents, etc., to immediate supervisor at the conclusion of each shift, or sooner if the situation demands immediate attention.
• Assist in the on-site enforcement of policies and rules, emphasizing safety and sportsmanship, including officiating games as needed.
• All other duties as assigned

HOURS OF WORK

• Afternoons, evenings, & some weekends according to season

IMPORTANT JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Inventory and maintain all program equipment
• Distribute and inventory team shirts to participants
• Work cooperatively with all individuals within the program, as well as other divisions and areas
• Maintain on-going communication with immediate supervisor regarding program status
• Assume scorekeeper, coach, and officiating responsibilities as needed

Supervision Received:

• The Field Supervisor receives supervision from the Recreation Coordinator-Sports.

Supervision Provided:

• The Field Supervisor provides supervision to coaches and assists in maintaining community partnerships by serving as a City representative for programs, activities, and events.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required

Experience:

• Experience working with a wide array of populations and/or conditions
• Must be 18 years of age
• Experience in recreation programs, athletics, or related areas such as recreation, physical education or coaching is preferred

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• Current CPR and First Aid certification, or the ability to obtain before the start of the season
• Criminal background check is required

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Prefer experience with computers, and other types of office equipment
• Knowledge of rules and activities for a variety of sports or drive to learn rules to support staff
• Ability to work with a wide array of populations and/or conditions
• Ability to deal with emergency/crisis situations
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to be flexible as a Recreation Division team member

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Body Positions

• Must be able to bend, kneel, stoop and reach in a variety of settings and situations

Lifting and Carrying

• Must be able to lift and carry equipment that may weigh up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to assist in moving items that weigh a maximum of 50 pounds with assistance

Pushing and Pulling

• Must be able to push and pull equipment to set up for activities, this may include setting up and moving tables, chairs, and other supplies

Hearing

• Must be able to successfully communicate with staff and patrons via phone, email, and in person

Vision

• Must be able to obtain written information from memos, letters, reports and to enter data onto spreadsheets
• Must be able to observe class participants, officials, and other employees

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Mathematics

• Must have a basic computation skills for calculating participation numbers, scores, etc.

Language Ability

• Must be able to understand and interpret policies, procedures and regulations
• Must be able to communicate professionally to supervisor, community members, and participants

Reasoning

• Must make decisions on a day-to-day basis regarding program issues and interactions with staff, co-workers, and participants
• Must be able to make sound judgments in emergency/crisis situations, and in a variety of situations

Remembering

• Must remember details of schedules and standard operating procedures
• Must retain information for purposes of follow-up with participant/supervisor requests
• Maintain an attitude of consistency with customer service situations and in imparting the philosophy of the division and the department

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is primarily performed in park settings
• Work occurs in various weather conditions and require a high level of physical exertion
• Work involves frequent distractions, interruptions, and noisy settings
• Works includes consistent interaction with participants, co-workers, and subordinate staff
• Work requires an adaptive and flexible schedule

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Telephone
• Computer
• Printer/Copier
• Electronic scoreboards
• Sports equipment
• Park/field maintenance equipment