Recreation Aide < 1560 - Old Settler Recreation Center

About the Role

The Recreation Aide is responsible for providing assistance and support in the supervision of recreation programs, operations, and facilities of the recreation center.

Responsibilities

• Meet and greet the public.
• Maintain friendly customer service in all situations.
• Answer telephones and provide information to the public.
• Have comfort level working with the general public under high traffic situations.
• Assist with computerized registration, correspondence, public relations, record keeping and reports.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Protect and supervise facilities and patrons.
• Assist with programming or conducting activities and special events for the general population as required.
• Transports patrons by vehicle to various events as needed.
• Set-Up / Break-Down recreational and program equipment for events and activities.
• Comply with all written City policies and procedures.
• Adhere to assigned work schedule as outlined in City and department attendance policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Six (6) months previous experience and/or training working with the public or recreation programs.
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends.
• Must have current CPR/First Aid and AED certificate or obtain upon employment.
• Must have knowledge and understanding of computer functions and Microsoft Word.
• Some knowledge of planning, operating recreation programs and facilities helpful.
• Some knowledge of applicable safety guidelines and preventive measures.
• Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.

Skills, Abilities, and Behaviors

• Ability to embrace and embody the City's core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (R.I.S.E.).
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates, and people to whom service is provided.
• Ability to produce desired work outcomes, including quality, quantity, and timeliness.
• Ability to plan and organize work, time, and resources, and if applicable, that of subordinates.
• The ability to work in a team environment; contribute as a team member and treat co-workers, subordinates and customers with respect.
• Build professional relationships with internal staff and customers.
• Offer flexibility and adaptability, especially during times of change.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Must have knowledge and understanding of computer functions and Microsoft Word.
• Some knowledge of planning, operating recreational programs and facilities.
• Knowledge of applicable safety guidelines and preventative measures.
• Must be able to work nights and weekends.
• Ability to work holidays, weekends and nights as needed.

Schedule

• Must be available to work evenings and weekends.
• Ability to work holidays, weekends and nights as needed.
• Ability to work seasonal holiday events (e.g. Halloween, Christmas, etc.).

Physical Demands

• Talking and hearing frequently.
• Between one and two-thirds of the time: Sitting; Reaching with hands and arms.
• Less than one-third of the time: Standing; Walking; Using one's hands to touch, handle or feel objects; Climbing or balancing; Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling.
• The ability to lift and/or exert force up to twenty-five (25) pounds.

Conditions of Employment

• Must pass a drug screen and background check.
• Must have Class C Texas Driver's License.