Recreation Aide, Part -Time

High school graduation plus some experience in one or more phases of a community recreation program; or an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must be available to work when needed for various programs. Must have a valid driver's license.o Instructs participants in a variety of activities at a park or facility; o Assists in organizing, promoting and leading diversified recreational activities; o Assists in community-wide recreational events for all age groups; o Assists in the preparation and promotion of special programs; o Maintains records and assists in the preparation of periodic and special reports; o Collects fees and charges for on-going recreation programs, classes, and special events; o Close out and balance cash register at the end of each shift; o Organizes and supervises assigned phases of recreation programs; o Coaches, officiates or instructs in special activities; o Assists in organizing and conducting competitions, displays and other group activities; o Assists with the research of purchasing equipment and supplies authorized by immediate supervisor; o Assists with the out of school time activities - After School Program, Athletics Program, Seasonal Camp Program, Adult Program and City-wide Special events; o Monitors departmental programs scheduled at the facility; o Performs registrations and reports through the ActiveNet Computer Program; o Assists with the inventory, upkeep and repair of the facility and facility equipment; o Performs assigned duties before and after a declared emergency; o Provides customer service to the public and internal customers utilizing the facility; o Performs related duties as required and as directed. o Often carries heavy equipment up and down stairs depending upon type of program activity involved; o Climbing, running, jumping and bending; o Works outdoors in varying weather conditions; o Operates a calculator; o Operates Microsoft word programs; o Operates emails; o Drives city vehicles to transport program participants.o Considerable knowledge of principles, practices, procedures and techniques of recreational activities; o Considerable knowledge of community recreational work; o Ability to carry on an activity in a broad phase of the program; o Ability to cooperate with public and private groups and agencies and the general public; o Ability to develop and maintain communication and effective relationships with co-workers and with activity participants; o Ability to develop interest and participation in community recreational activities with varied age groups; o Ability to perform basic office tasks (phone, typing, fax) helpful; o Ability to prioritize and handle multiple program tasks and work independently; o Ability to follow oral and written directions; o Ability to maintain facility for safety hazards and knowledge of proper use of safety practices; o Ability to perform monetary transactions; close out and balance cash register; o Ability to learn basic computer skills as well as the ActiveNet registration system and Tyler cash register system; o Ability to produce and maintain records and reports; o Ability to work a flexible schedule to accommodate the facility and program needs and assist in special events during the year; o Ability to perform routine building maintenance - scrub, mop, sweep, move tables and chairs, clean office areas and restrooms; o Ability to operate a City vehicle and possess the required license. o Assists in maintaining recreation activities and recreation facilities; o Assists in the preparation of periodic and special reports and maintain records; o Performs related work as required. Prior to employment, eligible candidates will be required to pass a Level II background screening, comprehensive medical examination and drug test.