Part Time Recreation Assistant- Berewick Recreation Center (19hr/week)
About The Position
Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is hiring a part-time Recreation Assistant based at Berewick Recreation Center, working up to 19 hours per week. The role assists with planning, organizing, and supervising leisure programs, activities, and events for a range of age groups, including after-school programs, athletics, and special events. The assistant also provides customer service and information about programs and services to patrons. Typical hours vary and may include daytime, evening, weekend, and holiday work based on business and facility needs. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid North Carolina or South Carolina driver’s license and County Driving Privileges, CPR/First Aid, and general knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite. No prior experience is required. The work environment typically has moderate noise.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid North Carolina or South Carolina driver’s license and County Driving Privileges.
- CPR/First Aid.
- General knowledge of computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite.
- Knowledge of recreational programming and instruction.
- Skills in applying classroom knowledge through hands-on activities; developing and enforcing classroom rules and safety procedures; managing multiple tasks concurrently; and organizing and presenting demonstrations in an area of specialization.
- Abilities in adaptability, applied learning, building trust, communication, customer focus, initiating action, and safety awareness.
- No experience required.
Nice To Haves
- Team-oriented approach.
- Comfort working with children, families, and the general public.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service and handle funds at a recreation center or park facility, assisting patrons by telephone, email, website, social media, and in person with information, program registration, daily center use, and rentals.
- Ensure the safety of participants and spectators and administer first aid when necessary.
- Enforce rules and regulations.
- Collect fees and take registrations for recreational programs and facility rentals.
- Assist with light maintenance of facilities and recreational areas.
- Referee sports activities and provide timekeeping, scorekeeping, or line-person services at games.
- Assist with recreational programs for all ages.
- Handle public inquiries and complaints.
- Assist with special events and field trips.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
