Recreation Attendant I - Recreation Centers

City of Pasadena • Pasadena, TX

17d

About The Position

The Recreation Attendant I supports the Parks and Recreation Department by assisting in the development, implementation, supervision, and evaluation of recreational programs and activities for youth ages 8 to 18. This position plays a key role in creating a safe, engaging, and welcoming environment that encourages participation, personal growth, and positive social interaction. The Recreation Attendant serves as a positive role model and mentor to participants while supporting departmental operations, facilities, and citywide special events to enhance community engagement and quality of life.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid Texas Driver's License and a good driving record (must be able to operate City vehicles within three months of hire).
• Food Manager Certification to be obtained within six months of hire.
• CPR/First Aid/AED Certification to be obtained within one year of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Bi-Lingual (English/Spanish)
• Prior experience working with children or youth in a recreational, educational, or community setting.
• Experience assisting with special events or group activities.
• Customer service or public-facing experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, inclusive, and positive recreational environment for youth ages 8–18.
• Plan, organize, and lead a variety of age-appropriate recreational activities, including sports, games, arts and crafts, outdoor recreation, and field trips.
• Supervise participant behavior, promote positive interactions, and address conflicts or concerns in a professional and constructive manner.
• Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating appropriate behavior, leadership, and communication skills.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with participants, parents/guardians, coworkers, volunteers, and members of the public.
• Understand and effectively communicate the mission, goals, policies, and programs of the Parks and Recreation Department and assigned facilities.
• Open and close community centers and facilities in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly facility, including activity rooms, restrooms, storage areas, and office spaces.
• Prepare and submit weekly program plans, attendance records, and required reports in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assist with program planning, budget development, supply requests, and proper justification for materials and equipment.
• Maintain accurate inventories of recreational equipment and supplies, ensuring proper use, storage, and reporting of damaged or missing items.
• Lead and support smaller departmental programs and events such as Movies in the Park and Pop-Up Parks.
• Assist with planning and execution of large-scale community events, including but not limited to Monster Mash, 4th Fest, and the Easter Egg Hunt.
• Support program registration processes and respond to public inquiries regarding programs, schedules, and facility rentals.
• Prepare facilities for weekend rentals and scheduled events, ensuring readiness, safety, and compliance with department standards.
• Works the assigned schedule and complies with the City's timekeeping and attendance policy.
• Must have and maintain, without interruption, all necessary licenses, certifications, clearances, and/or job requirements.

Benefits

• The City of Pasadena offers very generous benefits to all full-time employees .
• For example: Employee-only medical insurance starts as low as $15 per month and the most expensive Employee & Family plan is less than $350 per month .
• The City has its own medical clinic staffed with a M.D. and two medical assistants.
• Employees and their covered dependents over the age of 5 can visit the clinic FREE OF CHARGE.
• Employees and their covered dependents also have access to Virtual Visits with a medical professional FREE OF CHARGE .
• The City offers college tuition reimbursement of up to $3,500 per year.
• As an employee, you will contribute a portion of your salary each pay-period towards your retirement and the City will match your contribution by 200% .
• Example, if you contribute $100, the City will contribute $200.
• Civilian employees accumulate vacation at the following rates: Less than 6 years of service - two weeks of vacation per year. From 6 to less than 11 years of service - three weeks of vacation per year. From 11 to less than 21 years of service – four weeks of vacation per year. From 21 to less than 26 years of service – five weeks of vacation per year. From 26 years of service and up – six weeks of vacation per year.

What This Job Offers

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