What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Assistant (Part-Time) position at The Village of Richton Park?
Scope of Work:
Responsible for assisting in a variety of recreational sports activities designed to meet the needs and interests of the community. Set up/take down for various events. Hours worked will range from 25 to 28 hours per week or as needed for special events.
Supervision Received:
Parks & Rec Supervisor
Requirements of Work:
Education: High School diploma
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist with overseeing recreational activities and monitoring participants
- Assist with recreation sports and program's daily operations.
- Responsible for the issuance, care and maintenance of recreation supplies and equipment.
- Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with schools, public agencies, and community organizations to provide quality programs to the community.
- Assist in marketing recreation programs and events.
- Adheres to safety practices, and ensures participants do the same
- Performs under various weather conditions.
- Work harmoniously and cooperatively with fellow employees and the public.
- Check all rooms before recreational use begins and after.
- Check all facility doors and lights to ensure they are locked and lights off at end of events and upon exiting the building.
- Monitors inventory of sports supplies
- Perform all job duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Experience working in a recreational facility
- Knowledge of organized recreational and athletic activities
- Excellent verbal communication skills, with the ability to avoid inappropriate conversations.
Necessary Special Requirements
Valid driver’s license; ability to pass a drug screen and background check.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move 50 pounds or more.
Hours: Monday through Friday flexible schedule; various weekend hours as scheduled
All interested candidates should apply online at www.richtonpark.org; resumes should be attached with online application.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
Schedule:
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15