Recreation Assistant

Recreation Assistant

The Town of Fountain Hills is recruiting a part-time Recreation Assistant to help bring our community's programs and events to life. This position supports a variety of activities, ensures a safe and welcoming environment, and contributes to memorable experiences for residents and visitors. Position reports to the Recreation Manager and is expected to work about 20 hours per week on average. Work hours are evenings and weekends. This position will remain open until filled with applications reviewed weekly. Performs paraprofessional work assisting in organizing and conducting recreation, sports, special events, cultural, and leisure activities. Under basic supervision, may perform a wide variety of activities in the safe delivery of general recreation, programs, and events. Duties may include, but are not limited to, providing coaching, instruction, and supervision to recreation program participants; leading the setup and operation of equipment and venues for events, programs, and facilities; monitoring the operation and maintenance at event sites; assisting with developing, planning, and evaluating activities and events; providing basic skill instruction; performing cash handling procedures, and maintaining records, directing group activities, maintaining facilities, equipment, and supplies. Work may include participating in the activities with participants, purchasing supplies, communicating with stakeholders, partner organizations, staff, and family members/caretakers. Work may require use of point-of-sale terminals or cash registers; may supervise and direct the work of volunteers; work requires setting up of tables, chairs, tents, and various equipment, and working evening, weekend, and holiday hours.

Assists in preparing and coordinating program activities for a wide variety of age groups and special populations; duties will vary according to job assignment and individual skills; assists in coordination of programs, activities, excursions and events; collects and distributes supplies and materials for events; assists in coordination of technical needs for programs, activities, and events; sets up and operates technical equipment, such as audio, lighting, and projections; collects and distributes supplies and materials for events; may maintain routine attendance and participant records as necessary.

Leads recreation activities such as coaching or officiating for organized activities; explains and enforces rules and proper behavior; safety standards and good sportsmanship. Instructs various arts, crafts and games, explaining the rules and techniques; evaluates individual performance and the effectiveness of instructional programs. Organizes activities; schedules, inspects and prepares venues; assists with instructing, coaching, officiating, and/or scorekeeping games. Supervises program participants, regulations, and safety precautions at indoor and outdoor facilities; maintains discipline, monitors behavior, enforces rules, and resolves issues; monitors program activities, and assists participants in activities and programs; reports and resolves complaints, requests, safety conditions, security issues, and illegal activities.

Follows diagrams and sketches to set up tables, chairs, booths, concession stands, audio visual equipment, electrical outlets, and special equipment or materials according to customer specifications. Inspects and prepares venues; maintains discipline at indoor and outdoor facilities. May set up recreational materials, such as tents, tables, chairs, generators, games, food, materials, and supplies necessary for the operation of events and activities; may prepare and sell food, beverages, admissions, and merchandise to customers. Monitors, maintains and cleans facilities and event sites in a safe clean manner before, during and after the event; monitors crowd flow and directs or assists customers and public as requested. Monitors and maintains security and safety of facilities, patrons and employees through observation and patrol of grounds during events.

Assists in cleanup and removal of equipment, and secures facilities and sites after events; monitors, cleans and restocks restroom supplies before, during, and after events; picks up trash and debris, and assists in the general maintenance of grounds, venue, and equipment, and prepares for play and special events; cleans, inspects and maintains bleachers, restrooms, lighting and periphery; operates light duty equipment including vacuums and vehicles as needed. Sets up, tears down, and maintains facilities for events and scheduled programs; maintains general appearance of facilities by cleaning areas in and around the facility, sweeping floors, checking and restocking restrooms, cleaning and arranging equipment, and other general maintenance duties.

Performs cash handling procedures that may require use of point-of-sale terminals or cash registers.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Two years of college and four summers of recreation experience; or a bachelor's degree in a recreation related field; or a bachelor's degree and one year of teaching experience.

One year of experience teaching, playing or participating in organized recreational programs; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Possess a valid Arizona Driver's License with a minimum of two years driving experience with a good driving record; Basic First Aid and CPR/AED Certification required or ability to obtain within first six months of employment. The Town currently designates this job as a "safety-sensitive position." Accordingly, a drug and alcohol screening is required as a condition of employment.

Equivalent combinations of experience and training that meet the minimum qualifications may be substituted.

Work requires the ability to read and interpret manuals, rules, and other publications.

Work requires the ability to perform basic math calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Work requires the ability to create fliers, receipts, record financial and activity records and submits periodic and special reports.

May lead recreational, special interest, and event volunteer activities.

Employees work under general supervision of another full-time staff member. Employees may work more independently once familiar with the routines of the recreation program.

The incumbents in this position establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with coworkers and other individuals during the course of work; and are required to communicate clearly and concisely to provide quality customer service while dealing tactfully and courteously with customers and employees.