Recreation Aide
About The Position
Under general supervision, the Recreation Aide assists full- and part-time staff and monitors participants in recreation programs for adults or youth. The role also assists with setting up facilities for programs and maintaining clean, sanitary facilities. The position supports the planning and delivery of community recreation activities, works with participants and instructors, maintains activity records, and coordinates use of City athletic facilities. The Recreation Aide reports special recreation problems to a supervisor and helps foster a courteous, cooperative relationship between the City of Galveston and the public. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Necessary knowledge and skills to interact with and supervise patrons and students participating in recreation programs.
- Possession of a valid Texas driver's license.
- Knowledge of City organization, operations, policies, and procedures; recreation programming and promotion; City codes and ordinances; and business and personal computers and spreadsheet software applications.
- Skill in handling situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, firmness, and sound judgment; providing efficient customer service; understanding, applying, and explaining City policies and procedures; establishing cooperative working relationships across all levels of the City; and communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
Responsibilities
- Assist full- and part-time staff and monitor participants in adult or youth recreation programs.
- Assist with setting up facilities for programs and help maintain a clean, sanitary facility.
- Participate in planning and developing recreation programs.
- Make recommendations and provide direction for recreation activities.
- Work with recreation participants and instructors to provide community recreation.
- Report special recreation problems to the supervisor.
- Maintain records of recreational activities.
- Coordinate use of City athletic facilities with other groups and organizations.
- Demonstrate courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff.
- Maintain confidentiality of work-related issues and City information.
- Perform other duties as required or assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
