Recreation Specialist- Athletics & Recreation Services (part time)

City Of League City•League City, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Part-Time Recreation Specialist supports athletic programs and recreation services for the City of League City. This position assists with youth and adult athletics, sporting events, front desk operations, recreation registration, customer service, and Recreation Aide needs. The Recreation Specialist serves as a front-line resource for residents by providing friendly, knowledgeable, and responsive customer service. This position should maintain a general knowledge of Parks & Recreation programs, facilities, activities, and services in order to assist residents and connect them with appropriate recreation opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be available to work evenings and weekends as needed to support athletic programs, leagues, tournaments, sporting events, and recreation services.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with residents, participants, parents, coaches, officials, volunteers, and staff.
Ability to provide excellent customer service in a public-facing environment.
Ability to learn and utilize recreation registration and point-of-sale software.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Ability to provide direction and support to part-time Recreation Aides as assigned.

Nice To Haves

Experience in recreation, athletics, customer service, or a related environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists with youth and adult athletic programs, leagues, tournaments, and sporting events.
Provides front desk customer service and assists residents with Parks & Recreation programs, facilities, schedules, and services.
Assists customers with program registration, payments, account questions, and general inquiries.
Utilizes recreation management software to process registrations and maintain accurate participant and program information.
Maintains a general knowledge of department programs, facilities, events, and recreation opportunities in order to effectively assist residents.
Provides information about recreation opportunities and directs residents to appropriate staff or resources when additional assistance is needed.
Assists with participant check-in, rosters, schedules, and other athletic program needs.
Communicates with participants, parents, coaches, officials, volunteers, and staff as needed.
Assists with athletic equipment inventory, distribution, collection, and organization.
Provides direction and support to Recreation Aides during athletic programs, sporting events, front desk operations, and other assigned activities.
Assists with Recreation Aide orientation and training as directed by supervisory staff.
Communicates Recreation Aide staffing, customer service, or operational concerns to the Recreation Supervisor.
Monitors program areas to promote participant safety, positive sportsmanship, and compliance with department rules and expectations.
Reports facility, field, or maintenance concerns to supervisory staff for coordination with Parks Maintenance.
Assists with basic program and event setup and breakdown.
Provides support to other Parks & Recreation programs, special events, facilities, and activities as needed.
Represents the City of League City and Parks & Recreation Department in a professional, helpful, and welcoming manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.