Job Description

Recreation Assistant

The Mission of the City of Auburn Hills to be stewards for the community through a connected, transparent and efficient government. The Vision is Auburn Hills will be a community with the heart of a small town that operates with the excellence of a world class city. The organizational values are Attentive Service, Diversity, Excellence, Fiscal Responsibility, Humility and Safety.

The Recreation Department works to improve the quality of life in Auburn Hills by providing quality recreation opportunities with a variety of year-round programs, special events, and facilities for people of all ages and abilities. All recreation employees are expected to approach each day with a focus on the City's Mission, Vision and Values.

General Purpose:Under the supervision and direction of the Department of Recreation, the Recreation Program Leader will help support programs, classes and events by co-coordinating, planning and implementing activities throughout the year to support the full-time Recreation Program Coordinators. This flexible position works with a variety of programs in various facilities throughout the city. A Recreation Leader must be a team player and willing to assist the Recreation Department to the best of their abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

18 years or older with experience in planning events, classes and programs.

High School or College graduate with relative professional experience.

Must have a valid driver's license and meet City driving history requirements in order to drive a city vehicle.

Safety: Looking for safety conscious individuals that have a desire and focus to perform the work safely, properly, and with attention to detail.

Team Player: Being a strong team player is essential to ensuring success in this job category. In working together, you will be able to achieve common goals and positive outcomes.

Passion for the City of Auburn Hills: Contribute to making the City a great place to live and see the direct impact your effort at work makes on the community.

Ambition: These jobs include an element of fun, but also require a motivated hardworking attitude to succeed day-in and day-out.

Customer Service Driven: Most jobs in this category work with the public serving their needs in a positive way. A commitment to offering exceptional service in these roles is a primary responsibility.

Pay Rate: $14.50 - 15.50 per hour depending on qualifications

Questions regarding the position should be referred to the Human Resources Department by email at humanresources@auburnhills.org In an effort to improve the overall health of our workforce, the City of Auburn Hills adopted a policy against hiring tobacco users. All applicants are subject to a nicotine test in the final step of the hiring process. Those who test positive for nicotine from tobacco use may reapply for employment after six months. The City of Auburn Hills is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).