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Department: Parks & Recreation
Job Status: Part-Time
Rate of Pay: DOQ -
Status: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Under general supervision, assist full and Part Time supervisory staff, and monitors participants in recreation program for adults, or youth. Assist in setting up facilities for programs and helps maintain a clean, sanitary facility.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Participates in the planning and development of recreation programs.
- Makes recommendations and provides direction for recreation activities.
- Works with recreation participants and instructors to provide community recreation.
- Provides work direction and training to seasonal and part-time staff.
- Reports any and all special recreation problems to the supervisor.
- Maintain records of recreational activities
- Coordinates use of City athletic facilities with other groups and organizations.
- Supports the relationship between the City of Galveston and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
- Employees may at any time be required to work in order to provide for the safety and well-being of the general public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services, in the event of an emergency.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Knowledge:
- City organization, operations, policies, and procedures.
- Principles and practices of recreational programing and promotion.
- City codes and ordinances.
- Business and personal computers, and spreadsheet software applications.
Skill in:
- Handling situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, firmness and sound judgment.
- Providing efficient customer service.
- Understanding and applying City policies and procedures.
- Explaining City policies and procedures.
- Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with all levels within the City.
- Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or equivalent; and must have necessary knowledge and skills to interact and supervise the participation of patrons, and students. Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License.
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION:
Possession of a valid Texas Driver’s license.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed primarily in an indoor work environment with some exposure to an outdoor work environment. May be exposed to extreme weather conditions. May be required to climb ladders.
