DCF - Recreation Aide II PRCA

City of Gainesville•Gainesville, FL

10d•$16 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Recreation Aide II works in the City of Gainesville’s Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department, Youth Services and Education Programs Division. The position assists a Recreation Leader with developing, implementing, and coordinating recreational activities and, for this assignment, DCF-licensed after-school programs, out-of-school-time enrichment, and youth development programs. The role supports youth advocacy, well-being, and gun violence prevention initiatives and provides oversight and guidance to Recreation Aide I staff. Work is performed under general supervision, and this classification is distinguished by oversight of assigned programs and activities. The position supports program planning, implementation, evaluation, public communication, records and reports, facility operations, safety and risk management, marketing, staff coordination, and equipment and supply care. It may also include supporting swimming lessons, transporting participants or staff, routine facility maintenance and custodial tasks, and preparing facilities for activities. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and two years of progressively responsible experience in recreational programming, instruction, or related work. Assignment-specific DCF requirements include being at least 21 years old, completing required screenings and training, and obtaining a CDL with passenger endorsement. The work is conducted outdoors in varying climatic conditions and may require early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays. Physical requirements include lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds without assistance; working safely with hazardous chemicals; and climbing stairs and ladders up to 12 feet. Salary is $16.43–$18.07, depending on the selected candidate’s experience.

Requirements

High school graduation or an acceptable equivalency diploma.
Two years of progressively responsible experience in recreational programming, instruction, or related work.
Valid Florida Driver’s License within 30 days of appointment.
General-area staff must obtain American Red Cross (or equivalent) First Aid, AED, and CPR certification within six months of appointment.
For DCF-licensed Youth Services and Education Programs assignments: must be at least 21 years old at appointment.
For DCF assignments: successfully complete or hold current American Red Cross (or equivalent) Pediatric CPR, AED, and First Aid certification.
For DCF assignments: complete the DCF 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training within 15 months of hire, complete additional specialized DCF training courses or have an education exemption, and complete annual in-service training.
For DCF assignments: obtain a CDL with passenger endorsement.
For Youth Services and Education Programs staff: pass DCF-required employment screenings.
Knowledge of recreation program principles, practices, methods, and materials, and of related materials, tools, and equipment.
Knowledge of occupational and environmental hazards and accident prevention methods.
Knowledge of personal computers and related software.
Ability to work effectively with coworkers and the public; handle cash; maintain accurate records and prepare reports; enforce schedules and coordinate assigned staff; and work independently and make sound decisions based on policy, procedure, and circumstances.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull 50 pounds without assistance; work safely with hazardous chemicals; and climb stairs and ladders up to 12 feet.
Ability to work outdoors in varying climatic conditions and on a varying schedule that may include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays.
Must conform to grooming and dress codes; uniforms are furnished.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or higher with major coursework in recreation management or a related field; or an associate degree or higher in a non-related field and at least one year of paid experience coordinating recreation programs.
At least two years of qualifying paid experience developing, implementing, and coordinating after-school, summer camp, or out-of-school-time programming.
National Recreation and Parks Association Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) certification.

Responsibilities

Follow and enforce City and departmental policies and procedures.
Assist the supervisor with planning, coordinating, and implementing recreation activities, including special events, sports leagues, instructional programs, special population programs, dances, and general recreation programs.
Assist with site program criteria evaluations, provide feedback to assigned staff, and follow up with the supervisor.
Assist in developing new programs and classes.
Answer public inquiries, record complaints, inform the supervisor, and assist with responses to service requests from the public and other agencies.
Assist with collecting program evaluation surveys and recommend program modifications and improvements.
Open and close park and recreation facilities and buildings according to schedule.
Maintain registration, participation, inventory, and expenditure records and provide monthly reports.
Oversee facility and program safety and risk management, and report maintenance and repair needs to the supervisor.
Assist with marketing recreational programs, including meeting with community groups and implementing new concepts such as computerized program registration.
Enforce published schedules and coordinate assigned staff.
Maintain facility, equipment, and supply inventories and keep equipment and supplies in good working condition; care for livestock and other live animals when applicable.
Assist with staff selection, promotion, discharge, other personnel actions, pre-employment testing, and staff training.
Support and supervise swimming lessons in and out of the water.
Transport participants and/or staff, depending on assignment and work location.
Attend work on a continuous and regular basis.
May act in the absence of the Recreation Leader and/or Recreation Supervisor.
May perform routine facility maintenance and custodial tasks and prepare facilities for classes, meetings, events, and activities.
Assist with DCF compliance, including implementation, monitoring, and training.
Perform other related duties as assigned.