What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Aide - Seasonal - Neighborhood Parks position at Broward County Board of County Commissioners?
REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES
This Job Announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received.
This position plays a vital role in our Summer Recreation program in our six (6) Neighborhood Parks. The program features free lunch and snack for the participants, guest speakers, life skills, nutrition, arts, culture, arts and crafts, sports, teen leagues, SPARK physical activity, STEM, special events, fishing, field trips, Fourth Annual Color Wars, hygiene, personal improvement, swim safety (for ages 6-8), New Starz Talent Showcase, and more. The six parks are located in the Broward Municipal Services District: Boulevard Gardens Community Center, Franklin Park, Lafayette Hart Park, Reverend Samuel Delevoe Memorial Park, Roosevelt Gardens Park, and Sunview Park.
General Description
Performs a variety of recreation program implementation activities and/or park maintenance at assigned location.
Works under close supervision according to set procedures.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Special Certifications and Licenses Required
Preferences
Must have availability to work from 06/17/2024 - 08/09/2024, with variable hours between 8AM - 6PM, Monday through Friday.
Additional Information:
All candidates must complete an extensive ten (10) year work history verification and criminal background check which includes finger printing, post-offer physical examination, drug testing, and clearing of DCF's Affidavit of Good Moral Character (https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/background-screening/docs/DCF AGMC.pdf (Download PDF reader)). Ability to maintain authorization to operate a county vehicle/equipment.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.
Coaches and leads structured and non-structured recreation, arts, and sports activities/programs in order to provide an opportunity for community involvement; provides a variety of recreation activities for community members; provides an opportunity to develop and improve skills in a variety of sports and recreation activities; promotes communication and community relations.
Assists with the implementation of a variety of recreation and leisure programs, special events, and related services for persons within the community, to include youth, teens, and seniors.
Instructs patrons in a variety of sports and recreation activities and equipment use in order to facilitate patron participation, ensure safety, and maximize patron enjoyment of the activities, events and programs.
Cleans offices, break rooms, restrooms, recreation centers/halls, pavilions, and related facilities in order to provide a clean, sanitary, and safe environment for work and recreation.
Resolves a variety of day-to-day issues concerning the public in order to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of park operation and/or service provided.
Performs related work as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis, or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs in tasks involving moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.
Involves routine and frequent exposure to extreme noise levels; animals/wildlife.
Involves routine and frequent exposure to extreme heat and/or cold; wet or humid conditions.
None.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
Competencies
- Action Oriented
Plans and Aligns
Ensures Accountability
Drives Results
Interpersonal Savvy
Communicates Effectively
Self-Development
County Core Values
- Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
- Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
- Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance
Emergency Management Responsibilities
County-wide Employee Responsibilities
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.
