PT - Recreation Aide II

Salary: $15.00 Hourly

Location : Zebulon, NC

Job Type: Part-Time

Job Number: 00122

Department: Parks and Recreation

Opening Date: 04/04/2025

Closing Date: Continuous

Description

Recreation Aides assist Parks and Recreation staff with daily operations of the Zebulon Community Center, community outreach programs, athletic programs, special events and overseeing facility rentals. Recreation Aides are responsible for providing outstanding customer service when assisting the public using various communication methods. Staff will need to be familiar with the facility, various sports and standard operating procedures.

Detailed Work Activities

Recreation Aides will be responsible for:

Assists with the implementation of various programs including educational/art classes, community outreach programs, special events and sports competitions.

Performs administrative duties including responding to patrons, taking program/athletic registrations, setting up and breaking down necessary equipment, design and distribution of marketing materials, etc.

Maintains and oversees day-to-day facility operations and cleanliness.

Maintains a professional demeanor and appearance.

The position is responsible for ensuring safety and satisfaction of visitors and participants.

Performs all other duties as assigned. (This listing is intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the essential functions satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are a representation, not an all-inclusive listing, of the duties, knowledge, skill and/or abilities required.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to perform the basic life operational skills of climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing and repetitive motions.

Must be able to perform medium work, exerting up to 30 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift objects.

Must possess visual acuity to prepare and analyze written or computer data, depth and color perception, use of measuring devices, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, observing general surroundings and activities.

Must possess the auditory ability to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.

Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.

Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, hazards, and atmospheric conditions. Desirable Education and Experience:

Must be at least 16 years of age

CPR/First Aid Certified preferred

Valid NC Driver's License Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Experience in customer service

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Well organized, detail oriented, creative and self-motivated

Knowledge of recreation programs and sports

Ability to multitask and manage time

Skill in operating computers and other standard office equipment

Skill in interpersonal relations

Skill in establishing cooperative and productive working relationships

01

Do you have experience in customer service? If yes, please describe.

02

Do you have experience in sport and recreation programs? If yes, please describe.

03

Are you CPR/First Aid Certified?

Yes

No

04

If you answered NO, do you have the ability to get CPR/First Aid Certified within 4 months of employment?

05

This position requires working outside and a variety of weather conditions. Are you able to work in those conditions?

Yes

No

06

What is your highest level of education completed?

07

OPTIONAL: Would you be interested and available to work Summer Camps? Monday through Thursday, June - August, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Indoors and outdoors. Summer Camp staff will be required to participate and be hands-on in a variety of activities such as arts and crafts, science experiments and athletic games.

Yes

No

Required Question