Program Specialist - Recreation
About The Position
The City of Kennewick Parks and Recreation Department is hiring part-time Program Specialists to support Fall/Winter Youth Sports programs, primarily youth basketball. Assignments may include officiating games, supervising gyms or buildings, and supporting recreation programs. Other classifications filled through this recruitment may include program instructors and leaders, pool managers, recreation assistants, cashiers, program aides, and supervisors. Program Specialists may attend to facility rentals, monitor reserved picnic shelters, and check on programs at fields or parks. They may work at multiple locations and are expected to provide excellent customer service, enforce policies, follow established guidelines, and represent the City professionally. Assignments and hourly rates depend on program needs, classification, experience, and qualifications. The position is not eligible for health or retirement benefits, but accrues Washington State Paid Sick Leave at one hour for every 40 hours worked. Schedules are typically 10–70 hours per month, based on business needs, and may include weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Schedules are provided in advance but may change. Candidates must maintain open communication with Parks and Recreation staff. Recruitment remains open throughout the Fall/Winter Youth Sports season, and applications are reviewed weekly as opportunities become available. Employees are expected to follow applicable safety practices and policies, including OSHA/DOSH regulations and the City's Accident Prevention Plan. This includes identifying and addressing potential hazards and promoting safe work practices.
Requirements
- Work experience sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties.
- Be assertive and dependable and maintain regular attendance.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Reliable transportation.
- Pass a criminal background investigation.
- Maintain the mental and physical fitness needed to perform the essential functions of the classification.
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
- Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.
Nice To Haves
- Previous customer service experience is highly desirable.
- Experience in the sport or program being applied for and/or experience working with youth.
Responsibilities
- Open and secure facilities during rentals, recreation programs, or leagues.
- Set up and take down equipment.
- Turn city field lights on and off.
- Check in on youth and adult league games.
- Provide customer service to community members and patrons.
- Enforce policies and procedures to support safe and successful programs or games.
- Monitor facilities and perform general custodial duties.
- Respond to emergency and safety situations, notify a supervisor or coordinator, and submit documentation; call 911 when necessary.
- Work cohesively with City staff, part-time staff, and volunteers.
- Communicate procedural challenges, repair or maintenance needs, and operational outcomes to a supervisor or coordinator.
- Maintain a professional appearance consistent with City uniform standards and dress code policy.
- Inventory uniforms and equipment.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Washington State Paid Sick Leave accrues at one hour for every 40 hours worked.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
