Recreation Aide

General Definition of Work

About Jacksonville's Recreation:The City of Jacksonville Recreation and Parks Department is working to create community by making Jacksonville the best place to live, work, and play. The Jacksonville Commons Recreation Complex is the largest green space of all the parks and recreation areas within City limits. The Jacksonville Commons, Jack Amyette, Kerr Street and Northwoods Recreation Centers are the place to be for many family fun oriented activities both indoors and outdoors. After School programs, Summer Camps, Seasonal events, programs, classes and more are available to the public. To learn more about the Before & After School Programs click here.

General Description:The City of Jacksonville is looking for Recreation Aides to assist the Community Services Division with activities involved with the Before & After School program and Recreation Department rentals. Recreation Aides perform 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 Supervisor, Assistant Center Supervisor or Recreation Program Assistant.

Before & After School Program Grades K-8 Qualified staff provide an active and safe environment for students before and after school during traditional school calendar days. Activities will include homework time, snack, arts & crafts, and more.

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks

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.

Required Education and Experience

Special Requirements:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and 6 months to 2 years experience in organized recreational programs.

May require possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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.