What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Attendant - Youth Services position at City of Harrisonburg?
Do you want to have fun at work while also providing a safe and engaging environment for youth? If so, the City of Harrisonburg's Recreation Attendant - Youth Services position may be the right job for you!
The Youth Services Recreation Attendant is a seasonal position (no benefits) with a preferred hiring rate of $16.12 per hour. The ideal candidates will have exemplary customer service abilities and be available from June through mid-August to assist with S.O.A.R. (Summer Organized Activities & Recreation Programs).
As a Recreation Attendant in Youth Services, you'll assist with Youth Services programs by:
- Supervising children;
- Planning and implementing specific activities for participants;
- Preparing facilities and materials for Youth Services programs;
- Enforcing Youth Services programs rules and regulations;
- Completing disciplinary forms, accident forms, and other paperwork as needed;
- Processing payments and transactions for care offered;
- Responding to questions and providing information related to Youth Services programs and activities;
- Performing other duties as assigned.
- Must be at least 18 years of age by date of hire (approximately June 2026).
- Completion of the tenth grade and minimal experience in a customer service position required. High school diploma or GED, preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be used to meet this requirement.
- Availability to work Monday - Friday from June through mid-August between the hours of 7:30am - 5:30pm; however, exact shifts will vary.
- CPR/AED and First Aid Certifications required within the first three months of employment.
- Click here to view the physical requirements for this position.
The selected candidate for this position will be subject to the following screenings and must receive satisfactory results:
- Drug screening; and
- Criminal background check.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status.
The City of Harrisonburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.