Recreation Aide - Dublin, United States - City of Dublin (CA)

Description

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SALARY
$ $18.00 per hour


JOB TYPE
Part-time, Temporary/Seasonal (no more than 18 hours per week)


THE POSITION

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties are normal for this classification.

The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

• Assist in leading recreation activities in program areas such as preschool and playground.
• Assist in carrying out recreational activities appropriate to a variety of locations such as playgrounds, parks, community centers, preschool classrooms, school sites, and sports facilities.
• Assist in leading activities in areas such as arts and crafts, games, sports, music, drama, and nature study.
• Assist in setting up, taking down, and cleaning up recreational facilities; as assigned, open and close facilities as scheduled for use, and secure the facility upon leaving.
• May provide minor first aid to recreation program participants and/or perform related first aid/emergency techniques.
• Exercise precautions necessary to ensure the safety of recreation program participants and spectators.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Set up furniture or equipment for activities scheduled and see that it is in proper condition and is replaced after use.
• Monitor activities of facility users for appropriate and safe conduct.
• Clean up after facility users and set up for subsequent activities; sweep and mop floors as required, empty trash receptacles throughout the facility, as necessary; keep restrooms and kitchen clean and well stocked with paper towels, tissues, etc.
• Answer the telephone, provide information to callers and write messages, as needed.
• Assist customers at the front counter.
• Perform general clerical work such as issuing receipts, photocopying, and filing; complete and submit required forms and reports.
• Clean and sanitize workstation and equipment.
• Assist in conducting preschool class activities in areas such as arts and crafts, games, music, or story time.
• Notify appropriate City staff regarding necessary repair and/or replacement of play areas/related equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education and Experience_
• Education: There is no educational requirement for this class; equivalent to completion of two years of high school is desirable
• Experience: Work experience is not required; experience in handling money and cashiering is desirable. Demonstrated experience (paid or volunteer) working with participants in a structured or supervised social/recreational program.
• Knowledge Of_
• Basic knowledge of a variety of recreation activities.
• Ability to do heavy physical work including the lifting and moving of tables and chairs.
• Rules, regulations, procedures, and scorekeeping as applied to the conduct of a variety of field sport league activities.
• Age group characteristics of preschool children.
• Basic arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. English language skills, including punctuation and spelling;
• Point of sale or cash registers.
• Ability To_
• Learn skills needed to conduct basic recreation activities. Follow written and oral instructions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Deal with difficult or stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Use of a personal computer is desirable.
• Officiate at a variety of field sport league activities; engage in physical activity. Exercise objective judgment in making field sport rules determinations/calls.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Licenses, Certifications, Special Requirements_
• At time of hire, must be 15 years of age or older (18 years of age if assigned to Preschool Program).
• Current Certification in Standard First Aid and CPR.
• This classification is designated as a Mandatory Reporter; Completion of Mandatory Reporter training is required within one month of employment.
• Any offer of employment to an adult who will have direct contact with minors is conditional upon submission of a completed fingerprint screening and a satisfactory background check.
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license is not required for this class; however, if an employee possesses a valid license, he/she may be required to provide a Certificate of Automotive Insurance for Personal Liability.

HOW TO APPLY

Job Types:
Part-time, Temporary


Pay:
$ $18.00 per hour


Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location:
Multiple locations