Recreation Program Assistant

Overview

Under general supervision, assists with planning and coordinating a variety of recreation/sports programs, services, and activities for the Ak-Chin Indian Community. Work involves direct and indirect contact with the public and is usually performed in accordance with specific instruction.

Benefits: Health Insurance (medical, vision, dental), vacation/personal sick leave, short/long-term disability, 401k, 14 holidays

• Establishes and maintains positive, effective working relationships with volunteers, other staff, and the public.
• Assists in planning, organizing, leading and coordinating a variety of positive recreation/sports programs, activities, and events to help people stay active, improve fitness and have fun.
• Assists in the development and distribution of promotional materials to increase participation and attendance in recreation/sports programs, activities, events, and facilities.
• Assists in assessing the recreational needs of members in the Community and develops, evaluates, and recommends activities/programs to meet these needs.
• Assists in monitoring programs and activities for members, and ensures a safe/healthy atmosphere for participants. Maintains discipline among program participants.
• Assists in the preparation of periodic reports and data of program activities and status.
• Performs a variety of administrative support activities for the Recreation Program Coordinator.
• Transports participants and acts as chaperone during recreation/sports programs, field trips, special events, and other related functions.
• Works closely with various individuals, groups, agencies, departments, and Community organizations by assisting in coordinating and organizing special and annual Community events and celebrations.
• Assists with the collection of enrollment forms, program and special event registrations in the various recreation/sports programs as required.
• Coaches teams and officiates games as needed.
• Attends training as needed.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned.

• Experience equivalent to two years full time work developing, coordinating, or implementing recreation programs/activities; OR an Associate’s degree in Recreation, Leisure Activities, or closely related area may substitute for the required experience.
• Must possess First Aid/CPR certification, or be able to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Must be willing to work evenings and some weekends.
• Must possess a valid Arizona Driver’s License and be able to meet the Community’s insurance carrier requirements (no DUI/DWI convictions within the last three years).
• Must successfully complete and extensive background check.

• Knowledge of general Adult/Youth Recreation programs, services, and activities.
• Knowledge of general Parks and Recreation Department operating policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of general sports/recreation program development principles and practices.
• Knowledge of general clerical/office support practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of basic volunteer training and supervision principles and practices.
• Skill in planning, organizing, and coordinating a variety of recreation/sports programs, activities, and events.
• Skill in performing a variety of clerical/office support work, including typing, filing, photocopying, and inputting data into computerized data bases.
• Ability to chaperone program participants in a safe and structured fashion.
• Ability to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) with staff, other employees and general public in a courteous and tactful manner.
• Ability to understand and follow routine and written instructions.