Recreation Center Assistant
Salary
$15.00 Hourly
Location
Roanoke, VA
Job Type
Temporary
Job Number
02347
Department
Department of Parks & Recreation
Division
Parks & Recreation - Community Recreation
Opening Date
11/15/2023
Closing Date
12/12/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
• Description
• Benefits
Description The City of Roanoke is seeking 5 Recreation Center Assistants to serve the Department of Parks & Recreation. This role will assist In Planning and implementing adult and youth community based recreation programs, activities, and events.
Popular programming areas include , but not limited to arts and culture, fitness and wellness, specialty events, local tours, and day trips. Requires the knowledge and desire to work with the community. Must have the ability to build and maximize community relation and utilize effective communication (both orally and in writing). Example of duties include assisting with or leading programs, registration system management, overseeing facility usage, and researching new program ideas. Hours will vary depending upon program and rental schedules: includes days, evenings, and weekends.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPOSIBILITIES include the following:
-Assists in the planning, coordination and implementing of recreation programgs.
-Plans program content and scope; sets goals and evaluates effectiveness.
- Purchases materials and supplies as requested and/ or required.
-Leads program activities, or community events; assist with registration process.
-Provides for the safe operation of city vehicles (transporting participants and maintenance) .
-Ensures the preparation of recreation centers and other facilities for use.
- Addressing customers complaints and assisting with issues.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
-Minimum requirements include combination of education and experience equivalent to high school graduation and possession of valid driver's permit issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Experience in recreation , leisure services, or an instruction based setting preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Possession of a valid appropriate driver's permit issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia. First Aid and AED Preferred.
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Agency City of Roanoke, Virginia
Address 215 Church Avenue S.W. Rm 212
Roanoke, Virginia, 24011
Phone 540-853-2231
Website http://roanokeva.gov/jobs
Description The City of Roanoke is seeking 5 Recreation Center Assistants to serve the Department of Parks & Recreation. This role will assist In Planning and implementing adult and youth community based recreation programs, activities, and events.
Popular programming areas include , but not limited to arts and culture, fitness and wellness, specialty events, local tours, and day trips. Requires the knowledge and desire to work with the community. Must have the ability to build and maximize community relation and utilize effective communication (both orally and in writing). Example of duties include assisting with or leading programs, registration system management, overseeing facility usage, and researching new program ideas. Hours will vary depending upon program and rental schedules: includes days, evenings, and weekends.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPOSIBILITIES include the following:
-Assists in the planning, coordination and implementing of recreation programgs.
-Plans program content and scope; sets goals and evaluates effectiveness.
- Purchases materials and supplies as requested and/ or required.
-Leads program activities, or community events; assist with registration process.
-Provides for the safe operation of city vehicles (transporting participants and maintenance) .
-Ensures the preparation of recreation centers and other facilities for use.
- Addressing customers complaints and assisting with issues.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
-Minimum requirements include combination of education and experience equivalent to high school graduation and possession of valid driver's permit issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Experience in recreation , leisure services, or an instruction based setting preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Possession of a valid appropriate driver's permit issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia. First Aid and AED Preferred.