Recreation Assistant II

Description

SHIFT MAY VARY, MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ALL SHIFTS, INCLUDING: NIGHTS, WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS.IMMEDIATE VACANCIES:

Makawao

Hana

Performs sub-professional work in organizing, implementing and conducting assigned recreational programs and activities at designated parks, playgrounds and facilities; and performs other related duties as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

These classes are characterized by their responsibility to organize, implement and conduct assigned functions within the framework of established recreational programs or activities.

Level II: This level is distinguished by its primary responsibility for organizing, implementing and conducting assigned recreational programs and activities.

Examples of Duties

The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position and are consistent with the class concept.

assists in organizing, implementing and conducting assigned athletic, cultural, social and recreational activities within the framework of established recreational programs and activities;

develops plans in consultation with supervisors;

prepares groups of competitive activities;

sets up recreation areas for scheduled activities;

recruits participants and volunteers;

controls materials and equipment used;

provides instructions in and officiates sports events such as baseball, volleyball, basketball, football, track, etc.;

supervises and participates in recreational arts and crafts and hobbies;

may perform manual work in preparing for athletic activities;

may supervise part-time or student employees;

answers telephone, conveys messages, runs errands and performs other clerical and custodial tasks;

schedules community use of recreational parks, playgrounds and facilities;

arranges for or transports groups to various locations;

performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Training and Experience: (1) A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school and for:

Level II: two years of full-time experience in organizing, instructing or coaching a recreational activity;

Specialized Experience: As applicable for specific positions, the experience requirement may be limited to specific recreational areas or activities.

License Requirement: Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license (equivalent to State of Hawaii Type 3).

Knowledge of: Practical application of the principles, practices, and techniques of recreational activities; the proper care and maintenance techniques of equipment and facilities; principles and practices of instruction; group behavior; public relations.

Ability to: stimulate participant interest, enthusiasm and confidence in recreational pursuits; instruct and demonstrate recreational activities; understand and follow oral and written instructions; maintain good working relationships with the staff and public; prepare and maintain records.

Health and Physical Condition:

Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties.

Physical Effort Grouping: Light

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:

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EXAMINATIONS ARE ADMINISTERED IN THE COUNTY OF MAUl ONLY

The above examination is being given on an open-competitive basis to establish an eligible list which shall be effective for not more than one year unless extended by the Director of Personnel Services.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The County of Maui does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, arrest and court record, assignment of child support, national guard participation or any other basis covered by state or federal laws governing non-discrimination

Pre-Employment/Post-Offer Drug Screening Test: All applicants, who will enter a safety sensitive position or certain designated categories that the Personnel Services Director has established or who are required by law to be drug tested must pass a pre-employment/post-offer drug screening test as a condition of employment. There is no retesting or re-evaluation process. Cost for the drug screening test shall be borne by the County of Maui.

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