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Recreation Aide - Seasonal

City of Mount Vernon
Parks, WA Other
POSTED ON 4/2/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/20/2025

Under close supervision, the Recreation Aide assists in the provision of safe and quality recreational activities for the public.  The position assists with facilities and field set up and clean up, pre-event and post-event organization of supplies, leading recreation activities, and monitoring the safety of the participants.  This is an entry level position that is designed for youth, ages 16 and up.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills.  This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Leads and monitors youth and adult recreation program participants in a variety of activities such as sports, arts and crafts, organized games, and other activities as requested.
  • Facilitates mobile recreation program at various locations throughout the City; leads various recreation games, sports, crafts, and other activities for elementary age youth.
  • Assists with site planning and preparation, as well as set up and cleanup of program facilities, fields, and special events.
  • Monitors and enforces safety rules during all program activities and at each City facility and park.
  • Provides excellent customer service to all participants and members of the public.
  • Assists in handling various types of emergency situations in a calm and effective manner.
  • Assists with set up, facilitation, and clean-up of Citywide special events and programs.
  • Inspects and monitors facilities, fields, and equipment; notifies Recreation Leader or Recreation Coordinator of any damage, repairs, or replacements needed.
  • Performs related duties as assigned. 
Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines
Currently enrolled in high school or have obtained GED; no previous work experience is required.  Previous experience working with youth or in a customer service setting is preferred

Knowledge of:

  • Techniques and methods to lead and organize games, activities, and/or sports.
  • Safe use of a variety of sporting equipment (sports balls, tennis rackets, baseball bats, etc.).
  • Techniques and principles of effective interpersonal communication.
  • Basic principles of customer service.
  • Basic first aid practices.
  • Basic sport and game rules.

Skill in:

  • Listening and following directions and asking questions when unclear.
  • Motivating and providing encouragement for participation in recreation programs and team sports.
  • Establishing and maintaining cooperative and effective working relationships with co-workers, other City staff, volunteers, and the public.
  • Interacting with others using tact, patience, and respect.
  • Maintaining a punctual and reliable status.
  • Maintaining a professional appearance.
  • Exhibiting patience and being a strong role model to program participants.

If assigned to Nature Camp

  • Assists the Recreation Lead in preparing, planning, and leading activities such as organized games and sports, crafts, fitness, environmental, and STEM for youth 4-12 years of age. Assist with site planning and preparation. 
  • Actively leads and mentors’ children through participation in daily activities. 
  • Helps with the preparation of daily activities. 
  • Assists with daily set-up and take-down of equipment to include but not limited to tables, chairs, canopy, game, and sport gear, and organizing materials and supplies. 
  • Must be able to react quickly and make sound decisions in emergency situations. 
  • Encourage children to participate in programmed activities by involving them and working with them to ensure a fun and positive experience. 
  • Provides Recreation Lead with ideas for activities, games and/or arts and crafts. 
  • Works closely with individual students who require additional support. 
  • Supervise children in an open environment and ensure that safety rules are followed and that all children stay with the group.

If assigned to Rec on the Go

  • Assists the Recreation Lead in preparing, planning, and leading activities such as organized games and sports, crafts, fitness, environmental, and STEM for youth 4-12 years of age.    
  • Assist with site planning and preparation.
  • Actively leads and mentors’ children through participation in daily activities.
  • Helps with the preparation of daily activities.
  • Assists with daily set-up and take-down of equipment to include but not limited to tables, chairs, canopy, game, and sport gear, and organizing materials and supplies.
  • Must be able to react quickly and make sound decisions in emergency situations.
  • Encourage children to participate in programmed activities by involving them and working with them to ensure a fun and positive experience.
  • Provides Recreation Lead with ideas for activities, games and/or arts and crafts.
  • Works closely with individual students who require additional support.
  • Supervise children in an open environment and ensure that safety rules are followed and that all children stay with the group.

If assigned as a Floater

  • Assists the Recreation Lead in preparing, planning, and leading activities such as organized games and sports, crafts, fitness, environmental, and STEM for youth 4-12 years of age.    
  • Assist with site planning and preparation.
  • Actively leads and mentors’ children through participation in daily activities.
  • Helps with the preparation of daily activities.
  • Assists with daily set-up and take-down of equipment to include but not limited to tables, chairs, canopy, game, and sport gear, and organizing materials and supplies.
  • Must be able to react quickly and make sound decisions in emergency situations.
  • Encourage children to participate in programmed activities by involving them and working with them to ensure a fun and positive experience.
  • Provides Recreation Lead with ideas for activities, games and/or arts and crafts.
  • Works closely with individual students who require additional support.
  • Supervise children in an open environment and ensure that safety rules are followed and that all children stay with the group.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS 

  • CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification is preferred.

BENEFITS:

  • Paid sick leave

APPLICATION PROCESS: 

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume with their application.  Applications must be received no later than Sunday, April 20, 2025 at 11:59 pm.  Please note that all applicants under the age of 18 will be required to complete a Parent Authorization for Summer Work Form.

For additional information, or a complete job description, please click on  https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mtvernonwa/classspecs


The City of Mount Vernon provides and enforces a drug-free workplace and maintains a smoke free work environment.  

The City of Mount Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

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