Recreation and Arts Support

About the role

Performs a variety of routine duties as needed to ensure the success of scheduled events, recreation and arts programs, games, and competitions for either youth or adult participants. Works under the general supervision of the Recreation & Arts Supervisor(s) or the Recreation and Arts Site Supervisor(s). No supervision exercised.

Responsibilities

• Attends regularly scheduled events, games, programs, or departmental training to ensure efficient operations;
• Sets up equipment and ensures availability of program resources;
• Serves as official departmental representative;
• Mediates disputes between players, spectators, participants, and officials;
• Controls the game or event by enforcing established rules, regulations, and requirements;
• Performs the duties of umpire or official;
• Performs as official scorekeeper;
• Assists in making final determinations related to winning teams;
• Assists in field preparation and maintenance as necessary;
• Ensures proper maintenance of equipment and recreation facilities;
• Provides direct leadership to participants enrolled in general recreation activities or arts programs;
• Assists in implementing a variety of recreational activities such as arts and crafts, games, rehearsals, shows, and special events;
• Assists with theatrical design, including scenic painting, prop construction, etc.;
• Renders routine first aid to injured participants;
• Performs scheduled upkeep and maintenance of facility and/or park; cleans floors, walls, windows, bathrooms, etc.; sweeps and dusts;
• Completes required reports and submits them in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Must pass a background check.
• Must possess CPR and First-Aid Certification from an approved source within three (3) months of hire.
• Must possess CDC Concussion Training within three (3) months of hire.

Skills

• Some knowledge of the rules and regulations of a variety of sports and recreational activities used in a comprehensive community recreation program.
• OR knowledge of the methods and techniques related to arts and culture programs; ability to assist with classes, camps, and all other arts and culture programs.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, various age groups, other organizations, and the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, and in writing.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring physical activities such as walking, standing, stooping, sitting, and reaching.

Schedule

Work requires flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Pay

The typical hiring range for this position is $12.31 to $13.54 per hour, depending on experience.