What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Aide I - OJ Watson Park 2026 position at City of Wichita?
This entry-level, seasonal, or part-time position offers a dynamic opportunity to support a variety of recreational programs and activities at Recreation Centers, the Tennis Center, Watson Park, or within the Athletics Division. Recreation Aides are the friendly faces of public service, engaging with the community through customer service, class instruction, concessions, and event setup. This role is perfect for individuals seeking to make a meaningful impact while gaining hands-on experience in a fun and energetic environment. Direct supervision is provided to support the growth and success of employees in this role.
The day and hours for this position: varies
Bargaining Unit: No Union Representation
**Posting may close at anytime**
- Specific duties depend on actual work location and activities.
- Serves customers at concession counter.
- Receives and disburses cash.
- Prepares and handles food.
- Stocks concession products.
- Performs basic equipment maintenance.
- Supervises children, organizes and leads games and assists with class instruction.
- Officiates or keeps score for sports activities.
- Performs basic custodial duties.
- Sets up and takes down building furnishings and arrangements.
- Completion of work assignments may require operation of a vehicle.
- These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.
- Other job-related duties may be assigned as needed.
- Knowledge of basic functions of arithmetic.
- Ability to count money and make change; and use a computer to access, interpret and record information.
- Ability to accept and respond to a steady volume of requests for information and/or service, both in person and over the telephone.
- Ability to lift and carry stacks of boxes or other loads weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to teach students who have a wide variety of experience and aptitude.
- Ability to communicate orally clearly and effectively.
- Able to maintain effective working relationships with associates, participants and the public.
- May require ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas Driver's License.
- An employee will not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
Required Experience and training
- Must be at least 15 years of age or older.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.
Preferred Experience and training
- Prior general customer service experience.
- Prior cash handling experience.
Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of a criminal record check.
Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement.
Salary : $10 - $13