RECREATION AIDE

• RECREATION AIDE**
  
  

Lake Havasu City, AZ

Closing Date: Open until Filled

OTF25-160

Salary: $17.85-$19.71/hourly

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department: PR/Recreation

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION: Complete an online application. Resumes in lieu of application will not receive consideration. Please attach certifications.

Applications will be accepted for this position until an adequate pool of applicants have applied. First Application review will take place two (2) weeks after posting and as needed thereafter. The posting is subject to close at any time, so you are highly encouraged to apply early.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR RECREATION STAFF TO FILL OUR SUMMER PROGRAMS (MONDAY - FRIDAY, JUNE 2 - JULY 25)

Job Description

Performs a wide variety of tasks that directly relates to recreation programs, camps, and events. Work is performed under general supervision of assigned supervisor.

The ideal candidate will be interested in working with children in recreation programs.

Special Note

Requires non-standard or rotating shift work. The primary schedule for the Summer Programs will be Monday - Friday, between the hours of 7:30 AM and 5:30 PM, not to exceed 29 hours per week. Mandatory training for the Summer Program will be Tuesday, May 27, through Friday, May 30, 2025.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be at least 16 years of age and moderate experience in youth or adult recreation or educational programs.

Special Qualifications

CPR/First Aid Certification issued by a nationally recognized certifying agency at hire. (The Parks and Recreation Dept. will train if candidate does not possess at hire)

Must meet and maintain all training and education requirements for the position.

Valid Driver License of appropriate class based on assignment.

Essential Functions

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required and are subject to change as needs and job requirements change. Position assignments may vary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Assists with recreation programs, camps, and events.

Assists in training staff at assigned youth program or camp.

Assists with set-up and break down of program sites and events.

Administers basic First Aid, when needed.

Makes certain facility/program rules and regulations are followed.

Cautions guests about unsafe practices and provides education.

Conducts daily facility/program safety checks.

Assists in cleaning and maintenance of the facility.

Provides customer service.

Accountable for program equipment.

Attends trainings and staff meetings.

Assists with the completion of reports as needed.

Maintains regular attendance.

Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Principles of good safety practice.

Effective methods of communication and interpersonal relations with children, other employees, and the general public; diplomacy.

Establishing and maintain effective work relationships.

Ability to problem solve quickly and work independently

Ability to possess and demonstrate dynamic characteristics of energy, assertiveness, drive, enthusiasm and fun

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, community groups, other departments, other government agencies, program participants, supervisors, and the general public.

Applicants for employment opportunities should be aware of the Lake Havasu City policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the City's Drug-Free Workplace Policy. All positions within the City are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment.

The City reserves the right to consider only the most highly qualified applicants. The succeeding examination processes may be required: training and experience, testing, panel interview, employment eligibility verification (EEV) requirements, personnel evaluation profile (PEP), polygraph test, background investigation, and alcohol/drug screening test. Lake Havasu City complies with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and the Department of Transportation Drug Testing Program. Drug and alcohol testing is conducted under the authority of City policy and the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991. Appointment is subject to a successful background investigation and City paid post-employment medical examination after an offer of employment has been made.