Job Description

Posting number: 202600106

Department: Leisure Services

Division: Recreation

Job classification: Limited Term Recreation Worker

Posting type: Open

Categories: Recreation

Summary

Assist and oversee recreation programs, facilities and grounds. Job responsibilities include the instruction and supervision of various recreation programs as well as the set up/break down and maintenance of recreation facilities.

Examples of duties

• Maintain a working knowledge of all recreation programs offered by the Recreation Division
• Supervise, monitor and assist program participants, teams, groups and volunteers
• Perform basic administrative tasks including filing, computer data entry, completing park forms, collecting minimal user fees, answering and/or placing phone calls, etc.
• Maintain program equipment and facilities as assigned
• Maintain a professional image to the public at all times
• Provide basic fundamental instruction of various recreation programs
• Assist, organize, implement and participate with assigned activities
• Set up/break down equipment and open/close facilities for programs as assigned
• Assist with various Special Needs programs and activities as assigned. May include direct supervision of youth and adults with special needs.
• Assist with other Leisure Services programs/events as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least sixteen (16) years of age.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to accept supervision.
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays between the hours of 6:30am and 11:00pm. Up to 12 hour shifts may be necessary.

PREFERABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in recreation and/or facility maintenance.
• Basic computer skills.
• Coaching youth athletics.
• Valid American Red Cross CPR/AED Certification (must obtain within three (3) months of employment).
• Valid American Red Cross First Aid Certification (must obtain within three (3) months of employment).

Supplemental information

Applicants must authorize and undergo Level 2 fingerprint-based state and national criminal history screening and continuous monitoring throughout employment as required by the Department of Children and Families (DCF) Clearinghouse.