Recreation Aide

CITY OF GALVESTON • Galveston, TX

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Under general supervision, assist full and part time supervisory staff, and monitors participants in recreation program for adults, or youth. Assist in setting up facilities for programs and helps maintain a clean, sanitary facility.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must have necessary knowledge and skills to interact and supervise the participation of patrons, and students.
• Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Knowledge of City organization, operations, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of Principles and practices of recreational programing and promotion.
• Knowledge of City codes and ordinances.
• Knowledge of Business and personal computers, and spreadsheet software applications.
• Skill in handling situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, firmness and sound judgment.
• Skill in providing efficient customer service.
• Skill in understanding and applying City policies and procedures.
• Skill in explaining City policies and procedures.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with all levels within the City.
• Skill in communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the planning and development of recreation programs.
• Makes recommendations and provides direction for recreation activities.
• Works with recreation participants and instructors to provide community recreation.
• Provides work direction and training to seasonal and part-time staff.
• Reports any and all special recreation problems to the supervisor.
• Maintain records of recreational activities
• Coordinates use of City athletic facilities with other groups and organizations.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Galveston and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
• Employees may at any time be required to work in order to provide for the safety and well-being of the general public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services, in the event of an emergency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees