Recreation Program Assistant 1 - Limited Part-Time

City of Waukee • Waukee, IA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Waukee is looking for Recreation Program Assistants. The Recreation Program Assistant I provides supervision, instruction, and transportation to participants in programs provided by the Parks and Recreation Department. This is a limited part-time position.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum age 18.
• Experience working with children.
• Be comfortable working in close proximity with children of all ages.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License, and meet the requirements of the City's motor vehicle policy.
• Be responsive to visual and verbal alarms and other indications of distress.
• Able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Able to walk and stand for long periods of time on different surfaces including walkways, trails, stairs and undeveloped areas.
• Able to effectively communicate orally (in person and over the telephone and in writing using electronic devices and handwritten) in English with other employees, businesses and community members.

Nice To Haves

• Display honesty, trustworthiness, dependability and respectfulness at all times.
• Work efficiently and safely with little direct supervision.
• Display willingness to listen and learn.
• Ask for clarification as needed.
• Exhibit a cheerful attitude.
• Establish clear, open-minded, trustworthy, bias-free and customer-focused communication to ensure a welcoming and inclusive environment.
• Uphold the Waukee Parks & Recreation Mission Statement with integrity and professionalism.
• Attentive to the City’s and the Department's standards for customer service, accuracy, quality, efficiency and all City and Department policies and procedures ensuring that all work performed meets those standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervises program participants in areas such as youth programs and activities, adult and youth sports leagues, senior citizen activities, various tournaments and special events.
• Promotes a positive, safe, healthy and inviting learning environment and good behavior amongst all staff and participants.
• Ensures all rules, regulations, and safety policies are properly enforced.
• May assist Recreation Supervisors and Recreation Coordinator with planning, developing, coordinating, implementing and leading recreational activities and programs.
• Utilizes the Recreation Coordinator as a mentor to gain specific knowledge, skills, and improve team building efforts.
• Completes Parks & Recreation facility preparation and maintenance as needed.
• Provides excellent customer service and general information, resolving problems and inquiries within scope of authority.
• Transports recreation participants in city vehicles as needed.
• Performs other duties or assumes other responsibilities as apparent or assigned.

What This Job Offers

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