Recreation Assistant - On Call

City of Sherwood•15527 SW Willamette Street Sherwood, OR

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Sherwood is looking for an On Call Recreation Assistant to assist the Community Services Department and Field house recreation programs. This is an on-call, weekend position, with occasional weeknights and holidays. The role may involve providing training and orientation to volunteers, students, and newly assigned personnel on site policies and practices.

Requirements

General knowledge of recreation programs and general office practices and procedures.
Knowledge of English and business grammar.
Knowledge of customer service.
Knowledge of use of standard office equipment.
Ability to interact effectively with the public, including coaches, teams, players, parents, spectators, and other employees.
Ability to function in a high energy environment and provide quality customer service to clients of all Recreation Division programs.
Ability to conduct all games, matches, and activities according to prescribed rules and regulations.
High school diploma or equivalent, or current enrollment as a student.
Some experience or program specific knowledge in the assigned activity.
Valid Oregon Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications and software utilized within the assigned department.
Bilingual in Spanish.
Previous experience working directly with the public and/or in municipal recreation programs.

Responsibilities

Set up facilities for events and activities as needed, following written and drawn diagrams.
Work cooperatively with staff members to plan and execute room set up and tear-down.
Assist with special events as needed.
Provide customer service, greet visitors and respond to inquiries from the public.
Provide information in a clear, concise and efficient manner.
Register participants in classes and special events.
Open and close facilities for programs and events, following safety protocols.
Accept and receipt payments as needed.
Perform cash & cash register handling procedures as needed.
Perform a variety of clerical activities, such as photocopying, filing, sorting documents, mailings, etc.
Monitor facility during special events, providing customer service to renter and event participants, monitoring safety and adherence to facility guidelines and reviewing check in/out procedures.
Perform light cleaning duties as needed.
Maintain cooperative working relationships with City staff, other organizations, and the general public.
Follow all safety rules and procedures for work areas.
Provide assistance to other staff as workload and staffing levels dictate.
Maintain proficiency by attending training and meetings, reading materials, and meeting with others in areas of responsibility.
Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly manner.