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City of Huntsville

Adaptive Recreation Aide (Grade 7)

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Huntsville, AL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/27/2026

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What they do

A Recreation or Activities Worker leads tours and vacation trips in outdoor or wilderness areas. Leads hiking, rafting, canoeing, climbing or diving activities for a group. Provides specialized knowledge about the history, terrain, ecology or wildlife for the tour. Manages transportation, equipment and provisions and assists with cooking.

$33,703 / year median in Alabama

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

THE CITY OF HUNTSVILLE'S PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT WANTS YOU!

The City of Huntsville's Parks & Recreation department is seeking qualified applicants to fill our Adaptive Recreation Aide position(s). Exciting Career Opportunities for Smart and Talented People. Come join our growing Parks & Recreation Team! Apply today! About our

Department:

The goal of the Department of Parks & Recreation is to provide opportunities for recreation to all citizens regardless of family structure, income, gender, or ethnic origin. This commitment involves the opportunity to achieve full recreational experiences through individual, team and family activities, an atmosphere for leisure time enjoyment, in addition to striving to offer a continual program of citywide events.

Adaptive Recreation Aide Position Overview:

This is specialized work in organizing, leading and instructing adaptive recreation at a recreation facility or community center. Work involves responsibility for organizing and leading a variety of adaptive recreation and sports activities for people with disabilities. Work also involves setting up equipment and facilities for sports, recreation and special events and instructing special needs participants. Work requires the use of tact and skill in dealing with participants with mental, physical, behavioral, and emotional disabilities while maintaining order and discipline. Work is performed under general supervision and is reviewed by a supervisor through conferences, activity reports and observation of performance.

Qualifications and Necessary Special Requirements:

High school diploma from a school accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or GED certificate issued by the appropriate state agency. College degree or equivalent combination of education and 2 years of related experience desired. Valid driver's license For More Information Regarding the Adaptive Recreation Aide Job Duties, Please Visit the

Websites Below:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/huntsville/classspecs/1359861 Applicants May Obtain a Copy of the City of Huntsville's EEOP Short Form Upon Request