Temporary Athletic Operations Assistant

Temporary Athletic Operations Assistant Mecklenburg County - 3.6 Charlotte, NC Job Details Temporary 2 days ago Qualifications Computer operation CPR Certification Computer literacy First aid High school diploma or GED Driver's License Productivity software Full Job Description Follow Your Calling, Find Your Career At Mecklenburg County, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We're counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. Did you know that Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation proudly hosts many community events each year? Hummingbird Festival, The Senior Games and Festival in the Park are just a few that our employees and residents look forward to every year! Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department (MCPRD) strives to enrich the lives of our residents. We do this by providing exciting and safe recreational amenities and programs, change to improve our resident's fitness levels and decrease health care costs. This contributes to a sense of community through events and spaces for the public to socialize, thereby increasing property values and providing tourism venues. We protect open space, natural areas, and our treasured tree canopy through stewardship. We play a critical role in ensuring Mecklenburg County achieves its vision that the county "will be a community of pride and choice for people to LIVE, WORK and

RECREATE.

" The department serves a population exceeding one million residents and serves the City of Charlotte, six towns, and the unincorporated areas of the county covering 523 square miles. In addition, the department manages over 21,000 acres and 230+ parks, nature preserves, greenways and facilities. The Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation Department is continually recognized for its cutting-edge programs, state-of-the-art facilities and unique partnerships. Our success is rooted in our staff. If you are interested in joining a dynamic team, dedicated to building a better community, and being recognized as leaders both in our community and across the country, then Mecklenburg County has great opportunities for you.

POSITION SUMMARY

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is adding a Temporary Athletic Assistant to the team! This position will be responsible for preparing and lining athletic fields for reservations, repairing and maintaining athletic courts/equipment (soccer goals, lacrosse nets, etc.) and assisting with general upkeep and groundskeeping during special events. Additionally, they will assist in taking facility reservations and payments along with other athletic administrative duties. The incumbents will also serve as the Athletics Liaison during special events and tournaments. The schedule for this position will be based on facility and business needs, but may include a combination of daytime hours, nights, weekends, and some holidays. By applying to this position, you are eligible to be considered for a similar role, in which you meet the minimum qualifications for, at other Park and Recreation locations should they become available. If you are looking to grow in your career, or transition laterally into a new role, don't miss this opportunity to apply!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provide customer service and handling of funds in a recreation center or park facility through telephone, emails, web site, social media and walk in patrons and customers for information, program registration, center daily use and rentals. Ensure safety of participants/spectators and administer first aid when necessary. Enforce rules and regulations. Collect fees and taking registrations for recreational programs and facility rentals. Assist in light maintenance of facilities and recreational areas. May referee at various sports activities; provide services as timekeeper, scorekeeper or linesperson at games Assist with various recreational programs for all ages. Handles inquiries and complaints from public. Assist with special events and field trips

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

No experience required.

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?

N/A Computer Skills:

General knowledge of various computer applications including

Microsoft Office Suite Licenses and Certifications:

Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License and County Driving Privileges; CPR/First Aid

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge:

Recreational programming and instruction

Skills:

Applying classroom knowledge through hands-on activities Developing and enforcing classroom rules and safety procedure Managing multiple tasks concurrently Organizing and presenting demonstrations in area of specialization

Abilities:

Building Trust:

Interacting with others in a way that gives them confidence in one's intentions and those of the organization.

Applied Learning:

Assimilating and applying new job-related information in a timely manner.

Communication:

Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.

Customer Focus:

Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving forces behind business decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers' and own organization's needs.

Initiating Action:

Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive.

Safety Awareness:

Identifying and correcting conditions that affect employee safety; upholding safety standards.

Adaptability:

Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Moderate noise is typical for the work environment for this job.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT

This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor's request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.