Recreation Assistant - Recreation Center

Job Description

● Routinely runs front desk operations;

● Processes registration and payments for class enrollment, facility memberships and renewals, park and facility rentals and reservations;

● Ensures the safety of users, staff, and equipment;

● Monitors patrons to ensure that facility rules are being adhered to;

● Maintains cleanliness of facility, including all equipment, weight rooms, courts, pavilion and community rooms;

● Sets up, maintains, and dismantles equipment according to the schedule of activities;

● Answers questions in person and on the telephone to assist the general public;

● Assists in the organization of events and activities;

● Provides tours for prospective members;

● Processes reservations for pavilion and community rooms;

● Helps maintain attendance records on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis for classes, meetings, and facility use;

● Processes babysitting reservations;

● Prepares reports and maintains logs and records as necessary;

● Enforces facility rules and regulations;

● Establishes and maintains positive public relations;

● Works varying shifts including mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays, when needed;

● Works special events during non-routine hours, as needed;

● Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Currently in High School, High School Diploma or the equivalent;

Possession of a current CPR and First Aid certificate or the ability to obtain certification within three (3) months of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Basic customer service techniques;

• The general purpose and operation of a recreational facility; and

• Personnel policies and procedures.

Skill/Ability to: 

• Understand and enforce facility rules;

• Work well with the public; handle cash and balance a cash drawer;

• Demonstrate proficiency in oral and written communication; and

• Maintain a good working relationship with supervisors and fellow employees.

Hourly Rate: $18.80 to $23.50