RECREATION AIDE SPECIALIST P/T [FLSA: non-exempt; SHIFT: 25 hrs/wk, days, evngs, wknds]

Job Title

Recreational And Park Clerk

Work Objective

Performs semi-routine clerical duties. Helps prepare, organize, implement, and assist in monitoring recreational, athletics, and special events using a prepared program guide and general instructions. Work involves typing/computer entry, records, file and calendar maintenance, mail distribution and reception duties. Responsible for guiding others and making decisions that may affect co-workers. Work is performed in a stable environment with clear and uncomplicated written/oral instructions but with some variations from the routine. Works under the direct supervision of professional Recreation staff.

Essential Functions

Greets visitors, gives information, guidance or assistance to people regarding fees, rules and regulations, and dates of events and programs. Enters monies for rentals and programs in software system; balances cash, check and credit card receipts, and reconciles deposits to assure accurate transactions. Composes routine correspondence, memoranda, reports, schedules, forms, surveys, and official notices from rough draft, copy, marginal notes or verbal instruction. Copies, enters, or posts data or information; maintains appropriate records and filing system. Processes service and work orders; prepares notices and advertisements. Collects and prepares data for records and reports; maintains expenditure data. Checks and reviews a variety of data for accuracy, completeness and conformance to established standards and procedures; ensures availability of flyers. Answers telephone; provides routine information to caller; refers complex questions to proper person or agency. Receives money for department programs and issues receipts, with some responsibility for achieving minor economies and/or preventing minor losses through the handling of or accounting for supplies or small amounts of money; registers program participants. Assists with organization and instruction of individuals and groups in a variety of recreational and athletics activities. Issues and verifies the return of supplies and equipment; keeps score of games; monitors the facility; counts participants and spectators. Assists at various locations for special-events programming (e.g., concerts, fundraisers, holiday celebrations, etc.) as needed. Assists with Athletics programming throughout the year. Promotes proper operation and maintenance of buildings, grounds and physical facilities in the assigned areas. Reports incidents and problems to supervisor. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Required to possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent. Six (6) months of experience in recreation, athletics, summer camp, or after-school program work in addition to some clerical experience. Required to be a minimum of eighteen (18) years of age. A valid driver license from any State is required. A valid Florida driver license is required within thirty (30) days from the date of hire. Must be available to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and special events. Prior experience with interacting professionally with the public is preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: General knowledge of standard office practices, procedures, equipment and office assistance techniques. General knowledge of business English, spelling and business mathematics. General knowledge of department programs and policies. Ability to type accurately and at a reasonable rate of speed. Ability to use addition, subtraction, multiplication and division and/or calculate ratios, rates and percentages. Ability to accurately handle monies and make deposits as needed; ability to maintain and account for recreation equipment and supplies as directed. Ability to operate standard personal computer and related office equipment. Ability to read instructions, regulations, procedures or work orders, write routine sentences and complete routine job forms and incident reports; ability to speak using proper grammar. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Knowledge of arts and crafts; knowledge/experience in programming for youth or adults; knowledge/experience in basketball, volleyball, flag football, archery, tennis, games, and other activities. Ability to learn the methods, techniques and practices of community centers for the public recreation activities. Ability to adhere to program standards and objectives as outlined in standard recreational practices and procedures. Ability to perform various job tasks in all weather conditions. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with peers, supervisors, and the public.

General Application Information

As part of our commitment to a drug-free and tobacco/nicotine-free workplace, applicants are required to successfully pass a drug and/or tobacco/nicotine test as required by Florida law. Refusal to take a test, or failure to pass the test according to minimum standards, is cause for disqualification. The complete job description and application materials are available at Oviedo City Hall, Human Resources Department, 400 Alexandria Blvd., Oviedo, FL 32765 or at EOE-M/F/D/V-Drug-Free Workplace/ Tobacco-Free Work Environment. The City of Oviedo values the service veterans and their family members have given to this nation, and we support the hiring of returning service members and military spouses.

We understand that you are interested in learning the status of your application. Please be assured that the Human Resources Department will notify all applicants of the final status of their application. We manage a large volume of applications on a continual basis, and appreciate your patience during the process. It is not necessary to contact us to inquire about your status after submitting your application.