Recreation Assistant; Parks and Recreation

Overview

Description:

Responsible for the supervision of recreation activities for various Parks and Recreation Department programs, facilities and events under the direction of a department supervisor. Assist with planning, organizing and implementing recreation programs.

• Meet and greet the public and serve customers.
• Ensure and instruct patrons in the proper use of all equipment, supplies, and facilities.
• Provide responsible safety measures and adequate supervision of patrons during indoor and outdoor recreational activities.
• Inspect all equipment and supplies used daily and report any needed repairs to the Recreation Supervisor.
• Teach and enforce all rules and regulations of activities, games and/or facility. Conduct all disciplinary procedures in a timely manner, making a reasonable effort to contact an on-duty Recreation Supervisor and parents/guardians of the patron if s/he is a minor.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Meet and greet the public and serve customers.
• Ensure and instruct patrons in the proper use of all equipment, supplies, and facilities.
• Provide responsible safety measures and adequate supervision of patrons during indoor and outdoor recreational activities.
• Inspect all equipment and supplies used daily and report any needed repairs to the Recreation Supervisor.
• Teach and enforce all rules and regulations of activities, games and/or facility. Conduct all disciplinary procedures in a timely manner, making a reasonable effort to contact an on-duty Recreation Supervisor and parents/guardians of the patron if s/he is a minor.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Based on assignment work may include any of the following: directing group activities; maintaining facilities, equipment, and supplies; participating in activities with the participants, communicating with school officials, partner organizations, staff, and family members/caretakers; or transporting participants from various locations.

Incumbents in this class may be rotated or transferred to other facilities and/or assignments based on department and/or seasonal needs. Assignments may include the following program areas:

• Concessions
• Athletics
• Senior Programs
• Youth Programs

Required:

• High School diploma, GED equivalent, or currently attending high school.
• Sixteen (16) years of age or older.
• Texas Driver’s License.
• Experience working with youth and people of diverse backgrounds.
• Available to work weekends and evenings.
• Ability to work with only general direction and with minimal supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

An Equal Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer

Applications May Be Filed Online At

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