Job Description

Posting number: 202610763

Department: PARKS & RECREATION-SEASONAL AND PROVISIONAL

Job classification: Recreation Senior Assistant /A11

Posting type: Open

Categories: Recreation, Parks and Recreation, Parks

The Prince William County, Department of Parks & Recreation (DPR) is looking for candidates interested in working part-time as Building Attendants to support adult and/or youth indoor recreational games and practices as part of the Gym Program and rentals. Activities are scheduled in selected Prince William County Public Schools. Applicants must be 18 years of age.

Hours are 6-10 PM weeknights (Monday- Friday), 9 AM– 10 PM Saturdays, and 9 AM – 8 PM on Sundays. Weekend hours are generally split into morning and evening shifts.

Please note: the positions are open until the end of the advertisement period with ongoing application review.

The Department of Parks & Recreation conducts DMV records checks on all employees driving for work purposes and criminal background checks on all hires.

Examples of duties

NATURE OF WORK

This class is part of the Recreation Job Family. Incumbents performs routine work in connection with various recreation programs or activities. Work is performed under close supervision with specific instructions provided as to the duties to be completed, the order of completion and method of completion. May perform duties as a building/field attendant, lifeguard II, head concessionaire, head cashier, food and beverage supervisor, children's leader or nursery attendant; and providing daily upkeep and light maintenance of equipment and facility.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is an entry-level position that is responsible for providing administrative support and ensuring visitor and participant safety within the facility. Work is performed in accordance with set procedures and guidelines, and deviation from those guidelines require approval. May serve as a lead worker.

TYPICAL CLASS RESPONSIBILITIES (These responsibilities are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

1. Provides excellence in customer service by answering questions and providing information to the public. May provide specialized services based on the program or customer

2. Carrying out program plans, activities, and lessons. Sets up equipment or materials needed for an activity and cleans up after program.

3. Maintains and prepares equipment and facility for ongoing programs; prepares lesson plans and maintains related records.

4. Enforces program rules; provides emergency care and treatment as required.

5. Maintains required logs and prepares related reports. Accountable for implementing cash control procedures, monitoring and controlling daily financial transactions and inventory

6. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE

Life guarding surveillance and rescue techniques;

Customer service principles;

Recordkeeping principles;

Cash handling procedures;

Cleaning and sanitizing practices;

Food preparation and cooking practices and techniques;

Food handling practices and techniques;

Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations;

Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment;

Modern office technology;

Computers and related software applications.

SKILLS

Providing customer service;

Monitoring the use of equipment;

Applying life guarding surveillance and rescue techniques;

Cleaning and maintaining fitness equipment and machines;

Maintaining basic operational records and reports;

Using a computer and related software applications;

Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards;

Utilizing computers and relevant software applications;

Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc., sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Discipline specific responsibilities do not apply to this classification.

LEVEL OF DECISIONS

Responsibilities are typically procedure based with defined goals and processes or methods, but incumbents have the latitude to determine the speed or order of steps used to complete assignments.

DIRECTION RECEIVED

Incumbents perform tasks following defined procedures and standards, and deviation from procedures typically requires prior approval.

DIRECTION PROVIDED

Incumbents are typically not responsible for providing formal work direction.

Supplemental information

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

8th grade education and 0-12 months of related experience (*State mandates require a high school diploma or G.E.D for specific licensed program positions).

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbent must be at least 18 years old for this position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, work space restrictions, and intense noises.

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