Sport Gymnasium Assistant - CRC

PARK DISTRICT OF OAK PARK•Oak Park, IL

11d•$15 - $15•Onsite

About The Position

The Sport Gymnasium Assistant - CRC is a Part-Time Position. We offer competitive compensation, PTO and an employee discount for part-time employees. We are looking for energetic, friendly, and creative people. This is a wonderful opportunity for those looking for part-time work with plenty of room to grow. Hours: Friday – Sundays – closing shifts (Fri. 5pm-10pm, Sat. 4pm-7pm, Sun. 1pm-5pm) Preferably Evenings & Weekends needed Job Purpose: The Sport Gymnasium Assistant will help members with the use of the gym by making sure that the gym and its amenities are being used properly. The Gym Floor Assistant will encourage and ensure the safety of our members.

Requirements

Knowledge of gym activities.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be organized, responsible, professional, and able to coordinate a wide variety of activities each week.
Must have the ability to solve problems as they arise and be able to perform tasks without direct supervision.
Must be highly motivated and able to assume a positive and active role in programming, even while working under potentially stressful conditions (hot or cold weather, upset or injured participants, etc.)
Must have the ability to be firm with participants, when necessary, enforce park district rules, and make sound decisions in order to secure the safety and well-being of all campers, facilities, and equipment.
Must be willing to work as a team!
Certification in advanced Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) within 3 months of employment and keep certification current. The District provides this training.

Nice To Haves

2 years of Gym Floor experience
Experience working with a team.

Responsibilities

Maintain cleanliness of facility and supplies as well as properly storing and organizing equipment/materials on site.
Greet and welcome all participants, parents, and/or community members.
Set up and takedown of the gymnasium for the specific sports that are being played.
Check in all participants.
Monitor and maintain the safety of all participants.
Attend all staff meetings and training programs as specified.
Understand, communicate, and enforce Park District rules and policies to participants and the public.
Address any member behavior/disciplinary issues with the appropriate individuals.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive public image by addressing questions and concerns from staff, patrons, participants, and parents immediately.
Become familiar with participants; know their names, personalities, skills, and interests.
Identify and observe equipment daily for possible maintenance needs and adjustments, report maintenance needs to Supervisor.
Problem solves for situations that may arise in the gymnasium.
Complete all paperwork as required including, but not limited to reports and logs.
Occasionally assist with events and programs
Complete other duties as assigned by Supervisor or other Park District administration.