What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Recreation Aide position at City of Jacksonville NC?
A Little About The City: Jacksonville has one of the youngest demographics in the US with a median age of 22.8 and an estimated population of 75-80,000. The City offers a great work/life balance. We are rich in history and deep in pride of our local military as demonstrated at Lejeune Memorial Gardens near Marine Corp Base Camp Lejeune and New River Air Station. Many of our military return and plant roots here because of the lifestyle and all that the City has to offer. Another reason people stay in Jacksonville... We are a Caring Community as stated in our City seal.
Summer day camps provide a fun, productive, safe, and affordable way for your children to enjoy the summer months. Activities include arts and crafts and trips to various recreation, cultural, and educational venues. The Recreation and Parks Department offers a wide variety of programs to meet your needs.To learn more about the Recreation summer program, click HERE!
General Description: Children are the future of our communities, so those who want to devote their career to shaping young minds and helping kids become productive adults have an extremely important and rewarding role to play. The City of Jacksonville's Recreation Department is looking for an energetic individuals to work as a temporary Recreation Aide assisting the Community Services Division with activities involved in the areas of arts and crafts, educational and informational and athletic programs during the summer. Performs responsible semiskilled work assisting with a variety of special events, programs and activities in recreation facilities; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision of the Recreation Center or Special Events Supervisor.
This position assist with the departments summer program. The projected start date will be May 19 and ending approximately August 31.
The salary posted is the full hourly range for this position. The starting hourly rate is expected to be in the range of $14.76 - $19.19 depending on qualifications.
Assisting with the operation and services at a recreation center; planning and supervising special events, activities and participants; preparing and maintaining records and files.- Answers telephone and supplies general information or forwards to appropriate personnel.
- Assists in organizing and supervising general and special recreational and leisure time programs and activities at the recreation center.
- Assists with daily operation of classes and activities.
- Assists in coordinating center activities in the areas of arts and crafts, summer, after school, educational and informational and athletic programs.
- Prepares and maintains reservation and attendance records and reports and other regular and special records and reports.
- Supervises the daily maintenance and security of the center, facilities and equipment; reports damages and losses.
- Plans and supervises special recreational events in a variety of program areas.
- Transports program participants on field trips, shopping excursions, camping trips, etc...
- Provides information to participants and citizens concerning any upcoming activities.
- Provides supervision during rental events of the recreation center.
- Performs related tasks as required.
Special Requirements:
May require possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina. General knowledge of the principles, rules, materials and equipment requirements of a variety of recreational activities; ability to give routine instructions; general knowledge of the philosophy and objectives of public recreation, psychology and sociology, and of personal health and hygiene; general knowledge of the first aid practices and techniques; ability to adhere to program standards and objectives outlined by superiors, and to lead and instruct groups in games, sports and other recreational activities; ability to resolve disputes with firmness and impartiality; ability to meet and deal tactfully with the public.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Jacksonville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, marital status, religion, or disabilities unrelated to the essential function of the position.
Salary : $15 - $24
