What are the responsibilities and job description for the PR-Recreational Assistant Seasonal position at City of Panama City Beach?
***** SEASONAL - 6 MONTHS *****
A completed application package must be submitted to progress forward in the application process. Some of the required forms must be downloaded from the City’s website, www.pcbgov.com. Right above the City’s search bar there are several links in white, click the “Jobs” link. You will be taken to the City’s Job Opportunity page. Once there click "Show More" and download numbers 10-14. Complete the forms and attach them to your application before submission.
The Recreation Assistant is responsible for a variety of areas in the Parks & Recreation Department. This position will assist staff with programs, facility management, admissions, registrations, concession operations, answering the telephone, providing public information, monitoring membership access, collecting entry fees, scheduling, and checking out equipment. The position documents daily usage at facilities and reports any problems to Supervisor. Work is performed under the Supervisors in the Parks & Recreation Department.
This position may be required to work regularly during the weekends, holidays, and nights as schedules dictate.In addition to the essential duties and responsibilities, other tasks may be assigned.
Collect daily entry fees and operate computerized cash registers.
Responsible for handling large amounts of cash transactions/making accurate deposits.
Assist with scheduling of activities, registration, ticket sales and special events.
Provide public with information regarding programs.
Responsible for inspection and daily cleaning of facilities.
Responsible for written reports.
Clean concession equipment, sinks, counters, benches, tables, restrooms, etc.
Must be able to assist Supervisors with event set ups.
To assist Supervisors & Coordinators with Youth & Adult Sports/Recreation programs.
To assist Supervisors & Coordinators with Special Events.
Other related duties as required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: NoneQUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily; Must follow safety guidelines provided by the City; Must be dependable. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma, vocational school, or general education degree (GED) is preferred but not required. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: APPLICANT MUST BE AT LEAST 15 YEARS OF AGE AT TIME OF EMPLOYMENT.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Must have the ability to learn cash register/computer functions and accountability procedures; Must be able to keep records and make reports; Must have the ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with all activity participants; Must be attentive and provide clear verbal communication; Must have good judgment; Must have physical ability to assist with event set ups and to move/lift tables and chairs; Should have basic knowledge of recreational programs, concessions, facilities and/or equipment; Ability to work with people of all age groups.
Must be dependable, must maintain effective relationships with Parks and Recreation supervisors, other city staff. May be required to work regularly during weekends, holidays, and nights. May be scheduled to work during inclement weather.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stoop, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, reach with hands and arms, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, and/or controls. The employee may frequently lift and move from 10 to 50 pounds. Specific vision requirements related to this job are close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not normally subjected to any special or extraordinary environmental conditions, other than those normally found in an office environment. Occasionally work may be performed outdoors, and the employee may encounter inclement weather, extreme heat or cold, work near moving mechanical parts, and could be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and the risk of electrical shock. The noise level for this environment is usually moderate.
To perform the job successfully, an individual should be able to demonstrate technical skills, excellent customer service, be able to communicate with other employees and be able to take instruction from supervisors without conflict. The individual should dependable, able to provide competent written reports, be a motivated team player, have common sense and be a person that respects the public at all times.
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Language Skills - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Reasoning Ability - Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; Inspires respect and trust; Mobilize others to fulfill the vision; Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates.
Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.
Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.
Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.
Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self-available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services.; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.
Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educate others on the value of diversity; promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse work force.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.
Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
A completed application package must be submitted to progress forward in the application process. Some of the required forms must be downloaded from the City’s website, www.pcbgov.com. Right above the City’s search bar there are several links in white, click the “Jobs” link. You will be taken to the City’s Job Opportunity page. Once there click "Show More" and download numbers 10-14. Complete the forms and attach them to your application before submission.
The Recreation Assistant is responsible for a variety of areas in the Parks & Recreation Department. This position will assist staff with programs, facility management, admissions, registrations, concession operations, answering the telephone, providing public information, monitoring membership access, collecting entry fees, scheduling, and checking out equipment. The position documents daily usage at facilities and reports any problems to Supervisor. Work is performed under the Supervisors in the Parks & Recreation Department.
This position may be required to work regularly during the weekends, holidays, and nights as schedules dictate.In addition to the essential duties and responsibilities, other tasks may be assigned.
Collect daily entry fees and operate computerized cash registers.
Responsible for handling large amounts of cash transactions/making accurate deposits.
Assist with scheduling of activities, registration, ticket sales and special events.
Provide public with information regarding programs.
Responsible for inspection and daily cleaning of facilities.
Responsible for written reports.
Clean concession equipment, sinks, counters, benches, tables, restrooms, etc.
Must be able to assist Supervisors with event set ups.
To assist Supervisors & Coordinators with Youth & Adult Sports/Recreation programs.
To assist Supervisors & Coordinators with Special Events.
Other related duties as required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: NoneQUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily; Must follow safety guidelines provided by the City; Must be dependable. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma, vocational school, or general education degree (GED) is preferred but not required. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: APPLICANT MUST BE AT LEAST 15 YEARS OF AGE AT TIME OF EMPLOYMENT.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Must have the ability to learn cash register/computer functions and accountability procedures; Must be able to keep records and make reports; Must have the ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with all activity participants; Must be attentive and provide clear verbal communication; Must have good judgment; Must have physical ability to assist with event set ups and to move/lift tables and chairs; Should have basic knowledge of recreational programs, concessions, facilities and/or equipment; Ability to work with people of all age groups.
Must be dependable, must maintain effective relationships with Parks and Recreation supervisors, other city staff. May be required to work regularly during weekends, holidays, and nights. May be scheduled to work during inclement weather.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stoop, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, reach with hands and arms, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, and/or controls. The employee may frequently lift and move from 10 to 50 pounds. Specific vision requirements related to this job are close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not normally subjected to any special or extraordinary environmental conditions, other than those normally found in an office environment. Occasionally work may be performed outdoors, and the employee may encounter inclement weather, extreme heat or cold, work near moving mechanical parts, and could be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and the risk of electrical shock. The noise level for this environment is usually moderate.
To perform the job successfully, an individual should be able to demonstrate technical skills, excellent customer service, be able to communicate with other employees and be able to take instruction from supervisors without conflict. The individual should dependable, able to provide competent written reports, be a motivated team player, have common sense and be a person that respects the public at all times.
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Language Skills - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Reasoning Ability - Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; Inspires respect and trust; Mobilize others to fulfill the vision; Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates.
Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.
Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.
Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.
Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self-available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services.; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.
Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educate others on the value of diversity; promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse work force.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.
Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
Salary : $10,920 - $12,480
