Recreation Assistant

City of Whitefish•Whitefish, MT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Whitefish is actively recruiting for a part-time Recreation Assistant to join our Parks and Recreation Department. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about serving the public sector in one of America's best small towns. Whitefish offers a vibrant lifestyle with its location on Whitefish Lake, proximity to Big Mountain and Whitefish Mountain Resort, extensive trail systems, and cultural attractions. This role is part-time, requiring 20 hours per week from September to May and 40 hours per week from June to August. The Recreation Assistant acts as a direct link between the public, program participants, and the Parks and Recreation Department, ensuring quality services and positive public relations.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
1+ years’ experience coaching youth sports and/or facilitating youth sports camps
Must have the initiative to carry out work assignments in a timely manner.
Must possess good verbal and written communication skills in English to deal positively and effectively with the public.
Must have the ability to remain calm, cool, and collected during confrontation.
Should demonstrate enthusiasm for activities, patience, and self-control.
Should have the ability to maintain control of children in a positive manner.
Have a genuine concern for the well-being and development of young children.
Must have the fortitude to abide by and enforce rules, policies and procedures.
Ability to work effectively with young people.
Ability to work well with other staff members.
Ability to accept guidance and supervision.
Ability to demonstrate proper etiquette (behavior, safety, emergency procedures, cleanliness, etc.)
Willingness to take initiative and work independently.
Prior to the first day of employment, must have 1st Aid and CPR certification or ability to obtain certification.
Must have a valid State of Montana driver’s license or ability to obtain one.
Must not appear on any State or National sex offender registry.
Must be able to pass a State and Federal criminal background check.
Must be at least 14 years of age per Montana Child Labor Laws.

Nice To Haves

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Assist the Recreation Programmer in organizing, implementing, and supervising recreation programs.
Assist the Programmer in planning and implementing daily activities such as games, supervising clubs, special events, physical fitness, arts and crafts, team building, and outdoor skills.
Interact with children in an engaging manner with positive leadership.
Provide direct supervision to children at all times.
Create a safe and inclusive environment for all participants, children, parents, and staff.
Follow all guidelines provided by the school and the Parks & Recreation Department.
Monitor use of equipment/supplies and ensure they are used in accordance with intended use.
Ensure that equipment/supplies are returned to the storage area and organized daily.
Perform general cleaning duties including trash pick-up, mopping, sweeping, and bathroom disinfection.
Assist in maintaining a variety of records and forms such as permission slips, incident forms, and attendance records.
Provide feedback to the Parks and Recreation Department for program improvement.
Maintain inventory of all equipment and ensure equipment is maintained for future programs.
Respond to public inquiries or comments such as questions and complaints.
Respond to and take care of circumstances requiring first aid.
Responsible for driving and transporting participants to and from activities.
Perform a variety of miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Provides backup to related positions as needed and assigned.

Benefits

Health, Dental, Orthodontic, and Vision Insurance - Employer/employee contribution to monthly premium will be at a prorated amount based on hours worked
Generous employer contribution toward Health Savings Accounts (HSA) for those who choose the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
Free annual biometric screening
Employee and spouse/partner can earn up to $200 incentive for participation in City Wellness Program
City pays $30 per month to employees to use toward wellness
Corporate rate membership to The Wave health club (billed to City and deducted through payroll)
Montana Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) - includes employer and employee contributions
15 days of paid vacation earned per year (prorated based on hours worked)
12 days of paid sick leave earned per year (prorated based on hours worked)
12.5 paid holidays per year (prorated based on hours worked)
One paid personal day per year (prorated based on hours worked)
$25,000 employer paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Life Insurance Policy for employee and $5,000 for spouse/dependents.
Voluntary life is available to employee, spouse/partner, and dependents, monthly premium paid by employee.
125 Cafeteria Plans - Optional Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Account (DCA)
Free Employee Assistance Program - 6 free counseling sessions per issue, per person in household
Optional Deferred Compensation Plan (457) – Pretax and Roth Available
Optional Aflac Plans including Accident, Short-Term Disability, Cancer, Hospital and Critical Illness
May be eligible for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Plan (PSLF)
City paid continuing education, training and development (as approved by supervisor and City Manager)
FMLA - up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year (rolling calendar year) available after working 1250 hours within previous 12 months and employed for 12 months for qualifying events. Accrued leave utilized concurrently.
Bereavement Leave - up to 5 paid days off for death of immediate family member
Jury & Witness Duty Leave
Military Leave
15%-20% discount on Verizon voice plans and select data plans
T-Mobile exclusive offers with Work Perks – 15% off the Go5G Plus or Go5G Next rate plans
AT&T discounts also available
Parks & Recreation After School and Summer Day Camp services provided at no cost to employees
Whitefish Workforce Assistance Program - designed to help full-time, part-time and seasonal equivalent employees to successfully live and work in the Whitefish area by providing rental assistance