RECREATION SPECIALIST II - Seasonal - Range 8 / AMEA
About The Position
These are seasonal positions (working 40 hours per week), and will end approximately six (6) months after date of hire. Employees who are initially hired for any Seasonal position shall be placed at Step 3, and advancement from the entrance step to the maximum step within a pay grade shall be by successive steps. Under supervision, the Lead Recreation Specialist position leads entry-level staff that is responsible for delivering parks and recreation activities within Anchorage parks and facilities. This position leads and guides participants, organizes and directs activities, and cleans facilities and grounds as directed. Employees in this classification work with independence and initiative within the Department's established policies and procedures to perform as an entry-level lead. As an entry-level lead, employees in this position are expected to provide safe recreational and learning environments. Provide excellent customer service in-person, via phone and via email. Schedule and provide routine information concerning reservations of training and activities. Coordinate and maintain database for reservations of facilities, training, and activities. Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- One (1) year experience in the program or activity under consideration.
- Prior experience in the use of recreational equipment is required.
- American Red Cross First Aid Certification, and American Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or equivalent within 30 days of hire.
- A valid State of Alaska Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record at time of hire.
- Satisfactory completion of a national criminal background investigation (AS 12.62.160 and AS 12.62.400) at time of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Preference will be given to Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA) employees.
Responsibilities
- Leads entry-level staff responsible for delivering parks and recreation activities within Anchorage parks and facilities.
- Leads and guides participants.
- Organizes and directs activities.
- Cleans facilities and grounds as directed.
- Provides safe recreational and learning environments.
- Provides excellent customer service in-person, via phone and via email.
- Schedules and provides routine information concerning reservations of training and activities.
- Coordinates and maintains database for reservations of facilities, training, and activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Employees who are initially hired for any Seasonal position shall be placed at Step 3, and advancement from the entrance step to the maximum step within a pay grade shall be by successive steps.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
