What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Seasonal Recreation Aide position at City of Akron, OH?
Definition
This is seasonal aide work in the City's recreation program.
An employee in this class provides general assistance for recreation programs, services, and initiatives. The season for employees in this class in the Recreation and Parks division begins April 1 and ends December 1 each year. The season for employees in this class in the Downtown Operations Division begins March 1 and ends November 1 each year.
Works under the supervision of a Recreation Supervisor or under general supervision.
Characteristic Work
Assists program and activity leadership with a variety of recreational services, summer camps, and programs serving diverse populations designed to meet community needs. Represents the City of Akron by responding to the public, citizens, employees, and others in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner while continuously maintaining a positive customer service demeanor. Assists with general office duties such as filing, answering phones, and greeting customers. Gathers supplies to assist program leaders in preparing for and conducting programs and activities. Assists with program marketing and distribution of publicity materials. Assists with concession operations, department wide initiatives, and special events. Provides recreational services and assistance to diverse populations including children, teens, seniors, rental groups, sports participants, etc. Assists with participant registration. Provides set-up or staging assistance and tear-down and clean up assistance at concerts, festivals, special events, and other programs. May assist with food and beverage preparation. Picks up trash, empties waste receptacles, and assists with general cleaning and maintenance activities. Works evening and weekend hours as required by division. Assists with tournaments, evening leagues, special events, and other major recreation or City sponsored events. Adheres to all City and Departmental policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Learns and follows City and Departmental practices and safety procedures. Performs related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum age 16.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to provide excellent customer service. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, other agencies, participants, instructors, community leaders, and the general public. Ability to effectively work with a diverse population. Ability to perform basic mathematical computations. Ability to lift items weighing up to 30 pounds. List of essential functions available upon request.
Competitive Examination Process
This is a classified position.
Candidates will be ranked in a standard manner based on information, records, and other data related to the candidate's ability to perform the duties of the position sought.
Candidates must meet the qualifications and requirements listed in the announcement at the time of examination and at the time of appointment.
RESIDENCY: Candidates who have been resident citizens within the corporate limits of the City of Akron for at least one year immediately prior to the examination and who continue to reside within the corporate limits of the City of Akron throughout the remainder of the selection process will have 5 points added to their passing grades.
VETERANS: A veteran of the Armed Forces of the United States, honorably discharged from active duty, desiring a bonus of 5 points added to his/her passing grade, must submit proof of discharge in the form of a DD-214 with application.
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Akron is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, which includes building an environment that respects the individual, promotes innovation and offers opportunities for all employees to develop to their full potential. A diverse workforce helps the City realize its full potential. The City benefits from the creativity and innovation that results when people with different experiences, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds work together. In compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), the City is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, language, religion, citizenship status, sex, age, marital status, sexual preference or orientation, gender identity/expression, military/veteran status, disability, genetic information, membership in a collective bargaining unit, status with regard to public assistance, or political affiliation. The City adheres to these policies in both our hiring and employment practices.
Applicants are required to meet the minimum qualifications for the position with or without an accommodation. If you are a qualified applicant with a disability, please notify the Department of Human Resources at least one week prior to testing if requesting a reasonable accommodation for the testing process.
The City of Akron is committed to protecting the safety, health and well-being of all employees in our workplace and providing the community with the highest quality municipal services possible. Alcohol, marijuana, and drug abuse in the workplace pose a significant threat to these goals. In furtherance of its goal to maintain a drug and alcohol-free workplace, the City conducts pre-employment drug screening for illegal drugs, marijuana, and the illegal, unauthorized use, or intentional misuse of prescription drugs. Any candidate who tests positive for marijuana or the illegal use of drugs will not be hired.
