Part-Time Assistant Program Coordinator - MLK

SALARY: up to $15.00 per hour.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Conducts or assists with recreation programs, sports and related park activities and special events. Assists in the planning, implementing, and promoting of recreation programs for youth and adults. Promotes the safety of patrons who utilize the parks, facilities and its programs. Maintains order at recreation facilities during organized activities. Provides customer service and enforces parks and recreation rules and regulations.

As a leader and employee of the City of South Bend, you are called upon to serve in a manner that supports Our Core Values: Excellence, Accountability, Innovation, Inclusion, and Empowerment as you carry out our primary employee expectations: Champion Values & Organizational Pride, Champion Operational Excellence, Make Sound Decisions, Embrace Coaching and Accountability, Communicate with Excellence, Value Diverse People and Perspectives, Embrace Personal Development, Exhibit a Positive Attitude and Own Your Health, Wellness & Safety

SCHEDULE: Schedule may vary including nights and weekends based on departmental needs.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Not applicable

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as a representative of the City of South Bend, demonstrating a positive attitude and progressive actions through the display of professionalism, courtesy, and appropriate tact and discretion in all interactions with other employees and with the public.

• Lead and/or monitor various activities in arts and crafts, sports and games.

• Promote neighborhood and community recreation events.

• Request, issue, and monitor the return of playground and athletic equipment; check equipment for proper care and use.

• Compile simple written records related to assigned programs or facility.

• Responsible for the day to day cleanliness of the Recreation Center by performing light facility maintenance and custodial duties including, but not limited to lifting, sweeping, disposing of waste, vacuuming, and washing windows.

• May assist, with various programs. These duties may include supervision, coaching, umpiring, refereeing, scorekeeping or others.

• Assist in enforcing Recreation Center policies to the patrons.

• Follow all applicable safety rules and regulations.

.NON-ESSENTIAL/MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

• Duties may include but are not limited to; umpiring youth leagues, scorekeeping, timers, special events, camps, office assistants and special events. Perform other duties as deemed necessary.

EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required;

• Background in the field of recreation or youth programs, preferred;

• Ability to communicate effectively and work with patrons of all ages in various programs;

• Ability to understand and carry out instructions;

• Ability to learn simple office and record keeping skills;

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, possibly weekends and evenings.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSE, REGISTRATION:

• Valid Driver?s license required circumstances vary per position.

EQUIPMENT:

Sports and game equipment, computer, copy machine, fax machine, calculator, and telephone

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

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office and moderately loud in the field

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. Nothing in this job description restricts management?s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The City of South Bend is an at will employer.

REQUIRED:

Pre-Employment Drug Screen

Employee Background check

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer