Recreation Assistant

Town of Leland•Leland, IL

About The Position

Performs administrative support work planning, organizing, and executing a variety of recreational and community programs and activities in one or more areas including but not limited to LCAC Operations, Ceramics/Pottery, Marketing, Programs and Special Events. Additionally, this position assists with the daily operations and services of the Leland Cultural Arts Center (LCAC), operating the main office, receiving and responding to inquiries about the department’s programs and events, aiding participants, instructors, and staff, and all other related work as apparent and assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Recreation Supervisor. This position will generally work 10-15 hours per week and may have a variety of hours that include evenings and weekends.

Requirements

Minimal work experience required
Some experience in recreation or arts programming, working with the public, and/or in an office environment preferred. Possession of an appropriate driver’s license valid in the State of North Carolina.
Ability to obtain first aid and CPR certifications within six months of hire.
Ability to work flexible hours to include nights, weekends and holidays as required.
Some knowledge of the principles and practices of recreation and/or arts administrative work.
Some knowledge of one or more phases of community recreation activities.
Some knowledge of first aid methods and necessary safety precautions to be used in recreation work.
General knowledge of standard office practices, procedures, and equipment as well as knowledge of general computer software.
General knowledge of cash handling practices.
Some knowledge in the use of Microsoft Word, Publisher, PowerPoint, and Excel and Adobe products.
Ability to operate a variety of office and computer equipment and produce documents and correspondence.
Ability to follow oral and written directions.
Ability to learn and operate basic AV equipment.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with participants, associates, and the general public.

Nice To Haves

Some experience in recreation or arts programming, working with the public, and/or in an office environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Greets visitors; receives and responds to public inquiries about the facility, programing, and events; provides tours of the facility.
Registers participants for programs; assists instructors with class lists, timesheets, supplies, and other records or documents.
Monitors program, event, and rental execution, ensuring activities are running smoothly; Receives and responds to questions and concerns related to programs, events, and rentals.
Provides excellent customer service in the execution of programs, projects, and special events.
Assist with a variety of arts, educational and recreational programs and events in both indoor and outdoor environments.
Stages programs and events in a manner that reduces risks and ensures participant safety.
Performs general office tasks as necessary; collects and prepares data related to programs and events such as attendance reports and evaluations.
Assists the Recreation Supervisors and Recreation Manager with developing and coordinating gallery programs, special events, facility rentals, and volunteer programs.
Assists with set up and break down of rooms, activities, and programs; ensures cleanliness of the facility by performing basic cleaning services.
Monitors the facility and enforces the rules and guidelines.
Serves as a Town of Leland representative in the community; promotes events, activities and programs; encourages the use of facilities and parks.
Regularly demonstrates the Town’s core values of respect, engagement, supportive work environment, communication, and service excellence.
Other responsibilities as assigned.