About The Position
The Recreation Center Assistant supports programs and services at City of Dallas recreation facilities. The role assists recreation program staff with developing, planning, and implementing recreational, cultural, and educational activities, and coordinates logistics for youth services, senior assistance, recreation programs, special events, and other services. This position is assigned to Outdoor Adventures at Samuell Farm in the Park and Recreation Department.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED; this is not required for Summer Seasonal Recreation Center Assistant applicants.
- No experience required.
- First Aid/CPR certification is required within six months of employment.
- A valid Texas Driver's License is required, except for Summer Seasonal and Out of School Recreation Center Assistant applicants.
- Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
- Knowledge of recreation facilities and general programming.
- Ability to work with children, youth, and adults.
- Knowledge of sports and general rules.
- Knowledge of first aid principles and practices.
- Ability to develop activities and work with a multicultural community.
- Ability to enforce recreation, program, and sporting regulations.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships.
- Knowledge of customer service principles and practices.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Responsibilities
- Assist in developing and implementing programs and activities at recreation centers, including educational opportunities, sports teams, and classes for adults, teens, children, and the community.
- Lead recreational activities, demonstrate sports procedures and techniques, and teach participants game rules to support enjoyable and safe activities.
- Assist with after-school programs, provide organized recreational activities and educational assistance, and help clean, maintain, and coordinate program logistics.
- Maintain attendance reports and records of ID cards issued, trash bags sold, participants, accidents, materials, and daily activities.
- Provide information and customer service to participants and the public about recreation center functions, programs, and classes.
- Perform administrative tasks such as processing registrations and documents, distributing schedules, answering phones, selling and issuing trash bags and participant ID cards, and accounting for collected funds daily.
- Transport youth to field trips and special events for recreational and educational camping activities.
- Teach and enforce rules, regulations, procedures, and safety precautions for games and activities.
- Promote programs and events through outreach, marketing, distributing program materials, attending community events, and preparing calendars, lesson plans, and other marketing materials.
- Perform other tasks as needed or assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits
- Growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
