Recreation Aide - Senior Rec Center

About the role

Working for the City of McKinney is more than just a job; it’s a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others. Proudly recognized on the Top Workplaces USA list by USA TODAY, our team is dedicated to making McKinney one of the best places to work, live, and raise a family. Join us and start making a difference today. The City’s core values are Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE), guided by servant‑based leaders who foster a healthy, family‑oriented culture. All employees are expected to embrace these values and help sustain a high‑performance work environment.

Responsibilities

• Meet and greet the public.
• Maintain friendly customer service in all situations.
• Answer telephones and provide information to the public.
• Assist with computerized registration, correspondence, public relations, record keeping and reports.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Protect and supervise facilities and patrons.
• Set‑up / break‑down recreational and program equipment for events and activities.
• Assist with programming and conducting activities and special events as required.
• Transport patrons by vehicle to various events as needed.
• Comply with all written City policies and procedures.
• Adhere to assigned work schedule per City and department attendance policies.

Requirements

Minimum qualifications: high school diploma or GED equivalent and 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 Office. Must pass a drug screen and background check. Must possess a Class C Texas Driver’s License with a good driving record (or ability to obtain and maintain while employed). Any work‑related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above qualifications may substitute for the specified education and experience.

Preferred qualifications: some knowledge of planning, operating recreation programs and facilities; some knowledge of applicable safety guidelines and preventive measures.

Physical demands: talking and hearing frequently; sitting between one‑third and two‑thirds of the time; standing, walking, using hands to touch/handle/feel objects, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling less than one‑third of the time; ability to lift and/or exert force up to twenty‑five (25) pounds.

Skills

• Ability to embrace and embody the City’s core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE).
• Build professional relationships with internal staff and customers.
• Offer flexibility and adaptability, especially during times of change.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• 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.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Schedule

Must be available to work evenings and weekends. Ability to work a schedule that includes nights and weekends on a regular basis, including holidays as needed.