Under direct supervision, will assist in the delivery and daily operations of the City's Recreation Program. Job duties will assist with community events, recreation programs and/or services, and may vary based on program assignment. The work schedule is limited to 20 hours per week and may include evenings, weekends, and holidays depending on program needs. This is a part-time, at-will, position that receives direct supervision from a Community Services Coordinator. Assist in the delivery of recreation programs, activities, and special events. Provide basic customer service, including answering questions and assisting patrons. Assisting with class registration functions, both in person and on the phone. Support facility, event, or recreation program operations including room setup, breakdown, and cleanliness. Monitor program areas and ensure participant safety. Assist with equipment distribution and collection. Perform a wide variety of minor maintenance functions and light custodial tasks as needed by assignment. Performs other job-related duties and responsibilities as required.

Knowledge of :

Basic knowledge and rules related to recreation activities. Basic customer service practices and techniques. City policies and procedures. Safety precautions and procedures related to assigned area, facility, or special event. First aid/CPR methods necessary for adults and/or children/infants. Standard office practices and procedures, including the use of standard office equipment and computers, basic record-keeping, arithmetic, and computer applications related to the work. English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.

Ability to:

Follow directions and work cooperatively. Use recreation software and basic computer applications. Communicate clearly with staff and the public. Maintain a safe and positive program environment. Work a varied schedule that may include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Follow proper safety rules and procedures. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including City staff and the public.

Experience and Training:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Some paid or volunteer experience in recreation, youth programs, customer service, or related fields is desirable, but not required.

Education:

Currently enrolled in high school OR equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

License or Certificate:

Possession of an American Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certificate (or ability to obtain before start of employment). If under 18 years of age, you must have a valid work permit.

Working Conditions:

Work in an indoor environment with prolonged sitting and in an outdoor environment including prolonged standing, walking, kneeling, crouching, squatting, stooping and bending; work on slippery and uneven surfaces; ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds; exposure to the sun; have mobility, acute vision, acute hearing and dexterity levels appropriate to the duties performed. Evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required.