Recreation Aide

City of Copperas Cove • Copperas Cove, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Assists with community recreation programs, including concessions, cultural arts, physical activities, special interest classes, and summer programs. Works under the general supervision of the Recreation Superintendent.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to work well with others and have a good/pleasant attitude.
• Must be able to follow directions.
• Regular and timely attendance is an essential job function.
• Valid Texas state driver's license or ability to obtain one by date of hire.
• Knowledge of the equipment, facilities, operations and techniques used in a comprehensive community recreation program.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to supervise the work of volunteers.
• Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule.
• Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions.

Nice To Haves

• Six (6) months related experience in recreation preferred.
• Any equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of camp activities, including the distribution of flyers, rules and registration forms.
• Lead activities geared toward specific age groups.
• Assist in collecting fees; answer calls pertaining to camp activities, input data into the computer.
• Accurately collect money and complete daily cash reports.
• Assist with field or court setup for special activities.
• Assist in the implementation of community recreation programs.
• Assist in camps, classes, workshops and activities in recreation programs and co-sponsored programs.
• Assist and implement cultural arts, physical activities, day camps and special interest activities for youth.
• Respond to public inquiries about recreation programs made by telephone, correspondence, or during public events.
• Assist in preparing publications for a variety of brochures, calendars, letters, posters, news releases, flyers, and related communications regarding recreation programs.
• Coordinate sports programs, register children for teams, collect fees, contact coaches, distribute and collect uniforms.
• Perform miscellaneous duties such as answering phone, typing correspondence, running errands, picking up supplies needed for activities, conducting arts/crafts activities for children, making arrangements for rental and use of Recreation Building, helping set up tables and chairs for classes.
• Assist in the scheduling of activities at the Community/Civic Center.
• Assist in concession related activities, including design, layout, operation, inventory, fee collecting.
• Promote interest and provide information regarding recreation/athletic programs to school officials, other recreation officials, community service groups, other departments, and the general public.
• Effectively communicate and work with citizens who may have complaints on services provided.
• Perform other essential duties as required to achieve successful operations of the department.
• Follow directions.
• Manage tee time sheet and EZ Links.
• Run cash register and receive annual dues payments and distribute bills.
• Park and store golf carts, empty trash, restock items, clean rental equipment, pick up trash in the parking lot, marshal golf course, check water jugs.
• Perform daily register reconciliation reports through the POS system.
• Serve as a member of various employee committees, as assigned.
• Other Duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED