RECREATION PROGRAMS AIDE (PART TIME) Position Available In St. Lucie, Florida

RECREATION PROGRAMS AIDE

(PART TIME) 3.3 3.3 out of 5 stars 100 N US Highway 1, Fort Pierce, FL 34950 Code 4008008|1 Type

INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Salary Range $16.18-$26.73 Job Class

TRAM OPERATOR

Group

GENERAL BA

Position Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

The Recreation Programs Aide provides hands-on support for recreational programs, activities, and special events within the City of Fort Pierce. This position is responsible for assisting with program setup, participant engagement, and facility upkeep, ensuring an enjoyable and safe experience for all attendees. The Aide reports to the Recreation Programs Coordinator and works closely with other recreation staff, volunteers, and community partners.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Assistance & Participant Engagement Supports youth and adult recreation programs, camps, fitness classes, and special events by assisting with setup, operations, and cleanup. Welcomes participants, provides guidance, and ensures adherence to safety and program rules. Assists in monitoring equipment, supplies, and program spaces to maintain a clean and organized environment. Facility & Equipment Management Help with room setup, sports field preparation, and equipment distribution for scheduled activities. Reports on maintenance concerns or safety hazards to supervisors. Assists in organizing and maintaining recreational supplies and inventory. Customer Service & Public Interaction Provides general information about programs, schedules, and facility rules to the public. Responds to participant inquiries and directs concerns to supervisors as needed. Assists in the distribution of flyers, brochures, and promotional materials to increase program participation.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Strong customer service and teamwork skills. Ability to work outdoors and indoors in various weather conditions. Basic knowledge of sports, recreation activities, or fitness programs is a plus. Ability to follow instructions and maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent. Some coursework in Recreation, Sports Management, or a related field is preferred.

Experience:

Minimum six (6) months to one (1) year of experience in a recreational, customer service, or event support role. Experience working with youth, seniors, or public recreational activities is preferred.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record. First Aid/CPR Certification (or ability to obtain within six months).

PREFERRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

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ANALYTICAL ABILITY / PROBLEM SOLVING MODERATELY STRUCTURED.

Fairly broad activities using moderately structured procedures with only generally guided supervision.

PLANNING

With regard to general assignments in planning time, method, manner and/or sequence of performance of own work.

LIMITED RESPONSIBILITY DECISION MAKING

Performs work operations which permit opportunity for decision-making of minor importance.

FREQUENTLY

; Performs work operations which permit opportunity for decision-making of major importance.

FREQUENTLY

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COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and understand the most complex documents; Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.

CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS

Ability to utilize common sense understanding in order to carry out written, oral or diagrammed instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving several known variables furnished in written, oral, or diagram formats.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Under

GENERAL SUPERVISON

where standard practice enables the employee to

PROCEED ALONE

on routine work, referring all questionable cases to supervisor.

MENTAL DEMAND MODERATE

; Operations requiring almost continuous attention, but work is sufficiently repetitive that a habit cycle is formed; intermittent directed thinking to determine or select materials, equipment or operations.

USE OF MACHINES, EQUIPMENT AND/OR COMPUTER

Regular use of complex machines and equipment (desktop/laptop computer and software, road and production machines and equipment, etc.)

PUBLIC CONTACT

Extensive contacts with various diversified sectors of the public environment; wherein, the contacts are of extreme importance and failure to exercise proper judgment can lead to substantial losses to the organization.

EMPLOYEE CONTACT

Contacts of considerable importance within the department or office. Requires tact in discussing problems and presenting data and making recommendations.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

While performing the functions of this job, the employee may be required to: Stand Regularly Walk Regularly Sit Regularly Use hands to handle or feel Regularly Reach with hands and arms Regularly Climb or balance Occasionally Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Occasionally Talk or hear Regularly Taste or smell Occasionally

WEIGHT LIFT REQUIREMENTS

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move: Up to 25 pounds

VISION REQUIREMENT

Specific vision abilities required by this job may include: Peripheral vision (seeing 180 while focusing on a given object or area; work duties that require seeing beyond or around the focused vision area).

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Outdoor weather conditions (exposure to outdoor heat, cold or inclement weather) Occasionally The noise level in the work environment is usually Moderate (business office with computers/printers, light traffic, etc.)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments).