Recreation Assistant Part-time

Job Title: Recreation Assistant I

Department: Parks & Recreation

Reports To: Recreation Program Coordinator

Status: Part Time, Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Wage Scale: $10.40 - $12.58, DOE, typically hired at minimum rate

Close Date: Open until filled

Hours: Evenings and some Saturdays; hours can range from 0 up to 20 hrs per week depending on game schedules and needs

This position is responsible for officiating and scorekeeping a variety of organized athletic events, including baseball/softball, basketball, flag football, street hockey, and soccer. Additional responsibilities include assisting with community center operations as needed and supporting youth camps by helping lead activities and working with participants.

• Officiate a variety of organized athletic events.
• Serve as an advocate for rules and regulations while monitoring gameplay.
• Keep accurate score during games by operating scorekeeping devices and following proper procedures.
• Assist with setup and takedown of equipment and preparation of the playing field or activity area.
• Prioritize player safety and well-being at all events, addressing unsafe situations or inappropriate conduct by players, parents, or coaches.
• Maintain a positive and productive working environment, demonstrating cooperation with supervisors, coworkers, peers, and the public.
• Perform basic tasks around the community center to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for all visitors.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• The theory and philosophy of recreational sports and activities.
• The ability to effectively communicate and represent the department's philosophy to others.
• The methods, rules, and techniques of sports for which the individual is hired to officiate and score.

• Maintain professionalism by staying composed in challenging or high-pressure situations.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude toward the game, participants, and all involved parties.
• Operate electronic scorekeeping devices with the manual dexterity required for accurate and timely input.

• Must be at least fourteen (14) years of age.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Sufficient knowledge of the sport(s) to be officiated and scored.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as required by the department.

Qualified applicants must complete a Syracuse City employment application online acuseut.gov. If you do not have access to a computer, or if you require further information regarding the position or need assistance due to a disability please contact Sarah Piercy, spiercy.

Salary: $10.40 - $12.58 per hour

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