Recreation Program Assistant

Description

Affords assistance in delivering recreational activities tailored to various age groups and skill levels. Examples of Duties:

• Participates in the execution of recreational activities such as athletics, special events, early childhood programs, community programs, outdoor recreation, fitness/wellness, open gym, and others.
• Supervises participants; enforces program rules and policies; offers instruction as necessary; delivers high-quality customer service to all department patrons.
• Supports the supervisor of recreation and parks facilities; oversees designated activity areas within the Hopewell Community Center; assists with facility management at outdoor locations like parks, playgrounds, and athletic facilities.
• Organizes and prepares activity supplies; handles setup and teardown tasks involving tables, chairs, canopies, sound equipment, and other relevant activity equipment; ensures all equipment is accounted for and stored appropriately.
• Maintains facility cleanliness and assists with custodial duties as needed.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of experience with special events, working with the general public, managing public facilities, or any appropriate combination of related work experience.

Knowledge: General knowledge of recreation and parks activities, programs, classes, and special events.

Skills: Exceptional customer service skills, exceptional communication skills.

Abilities: Ability to work varied shifts based on departmental program needs; ability to interact with the general public in diverse program settings; ability to perform physically demanding work assignments independently with limited supervision.

Supplemental Information

Work Environment: Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor climates. This position may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions such as rain, extreme heat, extreme cold, sun, and wind. Work involves extended/irregular hours including nights, weekends, and some holidays.

Essential Physical Activities: Stooping, crouching, walking, grasping, hearing, seeing far away, kneeling, reaching, pushing, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions, depth perception.

Typical Weight Handled: up to 50 lbs.

Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.