Recreation Assistant

Goochland County • Goochland, VA

17h • Onsite

About The Position

The Recreation Assistant supports the Recreation Division with coordination and implementation of recreation programs, special events, public relations, administrative tasks, and facility operations. The role helps ensure that recreation facilities are used safely and effectively, supports programs and participants, and may focus on general programming, therapeutic recreation, senior programming, evening facilities maintenance, personal training/fitness, or special events.

This is a permanent position working 5–20 hours per week, including evenings and weekends. The position does not offer benefits. Employees must complete emergency preparedness and incident management training as directed or requested. Background checks and pre-employment drug screening are required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid Virginia driver's license and a driving record that meets HR Policy requirements.
• Complete a background check and pre-employment drug screen.
• Complete emergency preparedness and incident management training courses as directed or requested.
• Knowledge of recreation and leisure program management principles and practices.
• Customer service and public-facing skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to use computers and software applications related to the job's essential functions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with personnel and the public.
• Ability to adhere to and enforce safety policies.
• Ability to consistently produce quality results.
• Ability to plan and organize proactively, and to plan, prioritize, coordinate, and monitor program activities.

Nice To Haves

• One year of work experience providing customer service and/or program assistance for Parks and Recreation, sports, educational, children's, or other related programs; equivalent training, education, and/or experience may also qualify.

Responsibilities

• Provide general assistance to the Recreation Division.
• Assist with public relations related to department-sponsored programs, activities, and events.
• Assist in coordinating activities at recreation facility sites.
• Open recreation facilities and close activities at scheduled times.
• Inspect program areas to ensure safety.
• Oversee participants and spectators during activities and facility open hours to protect the safety of individuals and facilities.
• Ensure facilities are clean before and after programs.
• Travel to sites to confirm equipment and sites are available and appropriate, and to monitor instruction.
• Maintain the interiors of Parks & Recreation buildings, including cleaning, sweeping, and reporting property damage.
• Provide administrative support to the Recreation Division after 5 p.m.
• Process registrations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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