Program Assistant - Seasonal​/Part-Time

Overview

CITY OF KINGMAN

PROGRAM ASSISTANT - PART TIME

PARKS AND RECREATION

Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 $ 15.94 $ 16.19 $ 16.44

(HIRE IN RANGE; DOE)

INTERVIEWS TO OCCUR FEBRUARY 23RD - APRIL 10TH

POSITIONS OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLY EARLY

The City of Kingman is hiring seasonal Program Assistants to help support summer recreation programs for kids, teens, and adults. This role focuses on helping run activities, and supporting programs like sports, day camps, classes, and special events. It’s a great summer opportunity for someone who wants hands-on experience working with people in a fun, active environment.

This role is a good fit for someone who enjoys staying busy, working with kids or groups, and being part of a team. You re comfortable leading activities, keeping programs organized, and maintaining a safe and positive environment. You’re someone who can supervise groups, follow directions, and pitch in wherever needed to support recreational programs.

• At least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• One (1) or more years of experience helping with recreation programs, sports, camps, or similar activities OR a combination of education, training, and experience
• Ability to follow directions, maintain program standards, and enforce rules when needed
• CPR/First Aid certification, or the ability to obtain certification within 60 days of assignment

• Assisting Summer Programs & Activities (40%):
  Support daily recreation programs by helping plan, prepare, and run activities such as sports, arts and crafts, day camps, field trips, and special events. Supervise participants, help maintain appropriate behavior, and ensure programs are organized and engaging.
• Event Support (30%):
  Prepare facilities, equipment, and service areas for daily activities. Assist with opening, closing, storing, securing, cleaning, and sanitizing program spaces and equipment.
• General Program Support (20%):
  Work alongside recreation staff, volunteers, and instructors to support programs and events. Greet patrons, answer questions, provide program information, and help maintain communication between staff and participants during activities and special events.
• Administrative Operations (10%):
  Assist with attendance tracking, registrations, and other basic program records. Observe safety conditions, report concerns, attend required trainings and meetings, and provide support for additional programs or events as needed throughout the summer.

The work environment characteristics attached to the job description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

It is the policy of the City of Kingman to ensure a safe, healthful workplace for all its employees. It requires that every person in the organization assumes the responsibility of individual and organizational safety. Injury and illness losses from incidents are costly and preventable. The City of Kingman will employ an effective accident and illness prevention program and a comprehensive wellness program that involves all its employees in the effort to eliminate workplace hazards and promote employee health and wellness.

All employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and wellness program activities including the following: reporting hazards, unsafe work practices and accidents immediately to their supervisors or a safety committee representative; wearing required personal protective equipment; and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the position changes.

The City of Kingman is located in Mohave County…