Casual Recreation and Program Representative

Town of Slave Lake; Town of Slave Lake; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The Town of Slave Lake is seeking a dynamic Casual Recreation Services Representative to support drop-in and rentals at the Multi-Rec Centre and assist with program registrations and events.

You will greet users, help schedule facilities, lead youth activities, and ensure a welcoming, safe environment. Experience with POS and working with children is preferred; evening/weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• 16 years of age or older.
• Experience with computers and point-of-sale systems is preferred.
• Experience working with children/teens.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.
• First Aid/CPR Certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Greet facility users in a friendly, welcoming manner.
• Accept payment for drop-in and facility rentals.
• Accept program registrations and assist with booking of facilities.
• Assist in providing a clean and welcoming facility.
• Ensure tasks are performed safely and in compliance with legislation, policies and procedures.
• Lead organized team activities and group games.
• Ensure supplies are in proper order for programming.
• Provide mentorship and role-model behaviour towards youth groups.
• Assist as a camp counsellor during break camps.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Customer service

POS familiarity

Youth program experience

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Typing

Education

16 years of age or older

Tools

POS systems

Computer literacy

Office software

Job description

Casual Recreation and Program Representative

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Casual Recreation and Program Representative

The Town of Slave Lake is seeking a dynamic person to fill the Casual Recreation Services Representative Role.

Reporting to the Recreation Services Coordinator, this individual will collect payment for drop-ins and rentals at the Multi-Rec Centre Facility, accept program registrations, assist with setup and takedown of programs and events, and help schedule all joint and municipally managed recreation facilities. Greet facility users in a friendly, welcoming manner; answer public questions and assist; and help keep the facility clean and welcoming. Assist in planning, organizing and helping lead programs and activities at the Multi-Rec Facility safely and engagingly.

EMPLOYEES THAT REPORT DIRECTLY TO THIS POSITION:

None

REPORTS TO:

Recreation Services Coordinator

SALARY:

$18.72 – $23.59 per hour

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Greets facility users in a friendly, welcoming manner
• Accepts payment for drop-in and facility rentals
• Accepts program registrations and assists with booking of facilities
• Assists in providing a clean and welcoming facility
• Ensure that tasks are performed safely and in compliance with applicable legislation, policies and procedures.
• Lead organized team activities, such as group games and other team-building activities.
• Ensure all supplies are in proper order for programming
• Provide positive mentorship and role-model behaviour towards youth groups.
• Provide help as a camp counsellor during P.D. and Fall/Spring break camps.
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• 16 years of age or older.
• Experience with computers and point-of-sale systems is preferred.
• Experience working with children/or teens.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.
• First Aid/CPR Certification preferred

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Accurate typing skills with computer and word processing experience.
• Good working knowledge of standard office software.
• Good interpersonal skills in working with co-workers and the public.
• Good flexibility, self-initiative, independence, office and organizational skills.
• Proven productivity and reliability.

Note: The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities and activities required for this position but gives a general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:

• Occasional light lifting.
• Long periods of sitting.
• Extensive use of computer and telephone.
• Good lighting, temperature, and noise control.
• Normal working day consists of a maximum of 7.5 hours; however, occasional extended hours may be required.

HEALTH & SAFETY:

• Must adhere to all safety standards under the Occupational Health and Safety Legislation, Town Policies and Procedures and WHMIS Guidelines. For specific responsibilities of this position, refer to the Town’s Health and Safety Policy, Section 2 – Responsibilities for CAO, Directors, Supervisors and Workers.

All personnel working at the Town of Slave Lake are governed by the Health & Safety Policy.

• Ensure proper ergonomic requirements are met, and good ergonomic procedures are practiced
• Ensure all operations are conducted in a safe manner and in accordance with Town Policies and all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.

Please note:

• A cover letter clearly indicating the position title, accompanied by an up-to-date resume, is required.
• Shortlisted candidates will undergo a skills and personality assessment test.
• The successful candidate will be required to provide professional references and an acceptable criminal record check.