Recreation Assistant

ABOUT THE POSITION

• Assist with programming the various elements of special events and special event set up.
• Opening and closing buildings according to schedule and special events to include weekends.
• Enforce safety rules and regulations and monitor security of all facilities.
• Training volunteers related to events programs and activities.
• Prepare sports fields daily to include cutting grass, painting field lines, watering and grooming infields, chalking foul lines.
• Provide front line customer service on the phone, walk-ins for facility reservations and information and to event participants during events.
• Assists with instruction of recreation programs, classes, activities, and events
• Assist in creating flyers, schedules, forms, and certificates.
• Update files, binders, faxing information to businesses, organizations, and schools.
• May assist with cleaning facilities if need.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

Ability to:

• Work independently or collaboratively
• Communicate effectively with a diverse population.
• Work with software applications such as MS Office Suite of Programs including Excel Spreadsheets
• Perform general calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and percentages.
• Follow Recreation policies and procedures when working with citizens or event participants.
• Follow direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, Interns, Volunteers or Temporary employees as event or program requires.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
• Work varying schedule to include evenings, weekends and holidays as special events require.
• Pass an extensive background check including polygraph examination.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

REQUIRED: All requirements must be maintained throughout employment

• Residency in the United States and within 25 miles of the City of San Luis.
• Valid Arizona Driver’s License at the time of appointment and

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent;
• One (1) year of customer service experience;
• First Aid/CPR Certification or must be able to obtain it within 90 days of hire; AND
• Fingerprint Clearance Card or able to obtain prior first-day employment

• Bilingual in Spanish.
• San Luis residency.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION