Recreation Assistant Position Available In Haywood, North Carolina

About Our Job With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive, and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver. Application Deadline Applications for this position are accepted on a rolling basis and this posting may close at any time. Please submit your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration. What We Offer This is an on-call position, which means it is a part-time, hourly role. The payrate for this position is $18.81/hour and is eligible to enroll in the City and County of Denver’s 457b retirement plan. This position is not eligible for other additional benefits. On‐call positions may have routine or variable work schedules. This position will work no more than 39 hours per week. Locations In this position you can expect to work on site at a recreation center operated by the City and County of Denver’s Department of Parks and Recreation. Click here to review a list of Denver’s 30 recreation centers and find one near you! Please note that hiring needs can vary between recreation centers based on business needs and hours of operations. Not all recreation centers may be hiring. While location preferences are considered, they are not guaranteed. What You’ll Do The City and County of Denver’s Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) is dedicated to customer service and enhancing the health of residents and the environment through innovative programs and safe, beautiful, and sustainable places. Through the operation of 30 recreation centers across Denver, DPR can offer affordable facilities, programs, and activities to residents and visitors year-round. Recreation centers offer several organized classes including, but not limited to, aquatics, arts and crafts, cultural and social activities, fitness and sports, health, special events, tours, and more. Activities are organized for children, youth, adults, people with disabilities, and active older adults for maximum enjoyment by all of Denver’s diverse communities. It takes a dedicated team of individuals to support these key day-to-day operations and programs at recreation centers across Denver. Recreation Assistants perform a variety of functions including customer service, clerical, and facility upkeep tasks to help keep recreation centers running smoothly. The Recreation Assistant position is a true entry-level opportunity for first-time employees as well as for individuals looking to make a direct impact in the community. As a Recreation Assistant, you will: Assist with front desk operations, which includes greeting customers, answering phone calls, processing transactions, and providing customers with membership and program information Assist with monitoring the day-to-day operations of a recreation center or a specific program area Assist with maintaining the cleanliness of the recreation center Support recreation activities such as sports, games, classes, outdoor activities, childcare, and special events Monitor drop-in and program spaces for safety and policy compliance. Assist with policy enforcement, when necessary Assist with the set up and take down of equipment for facility rentals, activities, and special events Attend agency-required customer service and ActiveNet training, provided at no cost Assist with emergency situations such as medical emergencies, evacuations, suspicious behavior and activity, or other unexpected situations, as necessary Perform other related duties as assigned Do you have at least one (1) year of customer service work in recreation, retail, hospitality, or other related industry? We are also seeking experienced Recreation Service Representatives (RSRs). You can find a link to the RSR posting here. What You’ll Bring Recreation Assistants are often the first impression of a DPR recreation center for visitors. We are seeking staff members who have a passion for customer service, enjoy helping others, and can seek out opportunities to contribute to the success of a busy work environment. Recreation Assistants are comfortable delivering information to customers both in-person and over the phone. As a Recreation Assistant, you will exemplify DPR’s dedication to customer service and enriching the lives of visitors through high-quality service delivery and creating safe, inclusive, and supportive recreation environments.

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Customer service-related experience Availability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends An ability to work with a diverse group of customers, including youth We value diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience and exemplify this through the makeup of our team at all levels. You’ll be right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, the people around you and Denver to the next level.

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Must be at least 14 years of age at the time of application. Requires certification in CPR and First Aid within six (6) months of date of hire. Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of continued employment. About Everything Else Job Profile RG2909 Recreation Assistant To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here. Position Type Oncall Position Salary Range $18.81 – $25.77 Target Pay $18.81/hour Agency Parks and Recreation Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor. The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact Jobs@Denvergov.org with three business days’ notice. Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S. For information about right to work, click here for English or here for Spanish. With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. See yourself experiencing growth and balance. See yourself being respected and valued. See yourself belonging here. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver. Your journey starts right here. #SeeYourselfHere