822 - Recreation Attendant - FT

Brownsville; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in community recreation is seeking a Recreation Attendant to enhance the experience of participants at local athletic facilities. This role involves overseeing recreational activities, ensuring safety protocols are upheld, and providing exceptional customer service to participants and their families. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a passion for sports, and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances. Join a team dedicated to fostering a vibrant community through engaging recreational programs and events, while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being and professional growth.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Vision Coverage

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Scheduling

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED required, plus one year of experience.
• Certifications in First Aid/CPR/AED required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Monitor athletic facilities and ensure safety during recreational activities.
• Assist with scheduling programs and resolving participant complaints.

Skills

Customer Service

Effective Communication

Problem Solving

Leadership

Safety Protocols

Knowledge of Sports

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Registration System

Job description

Title: 822 - Recreation Attendant - FT

Organization: PARDS: Recreation

Department: Youth Recreation

Location: PARDS Sports Park

Rate of Pay: $13.00

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Athletics Supervisor, the Recreation Attendant will perform duties pertaining to the operations of the Athletics Division by monitoring the athletic facility area and arranging and running all recreational activities. The Recreation Attendant is responsible for ensuring safety through supervision, preparing activities and games, and maintaining the cleanliness of facilities.

Competencies

• Citizen Value
• Dependable
• Trustworthy
• Effective Communication
• Problem Solving
• Leadership
• Decision Making
• Good judgment
• Safety

Key Functions/Knowledge/Skills

• Provides exceptional customer service to participants, coaches, and parents.
• Sets up and monitors all games, activities, and equipment for patrons of the park and gym facilities.
• Effective communication with our citizens about athletic activities and events.
• Registers or assists our citizens with registration for programs, leagues, and events and assists in maintaining the registration system.
• Assists in scheduling programs, generating reports, and updating league information.
• Assists in resolving participant complaints by recording complaints and referring to the appropriate source, settling disputes if any.
• Flexible and able to adapt to changing circumstances, such as weather conditions or unexpected situations during activities.
• Knowledge of various sports, play, and rules is necessary.
• Understand safety protocols and ensure the well-being of participants. This includes knowledge of first aid, CPR, emergency procedures, and risk management.
• Collaborates with department staff, volunteers, and external partners to successfully execute programs and events.
• Cleans recreation facilities and performs basic outside maintenance.
• Performs related tasks as necessary.

Minimum Education & Experience

High school graduate or GED, plus one (1) year of experience.

Special Certifications & Licenses

Certifications: American Red Cross Adult First Aid/CPR/AED (will be required within 90 days of hire paid for by the City). Valid Texas Driver’s License.

Independence & Judgement

Average judgement: must recognize and resolve problems such as bad grammar, type of procedure to apply, where to refer call or correspondence without specified destination. May involve freedom in selection of work methods among approved routines, setting of priorities, or sequencing of tasks within established schedules.

Initiative & Ingenuity

Low chance of error because work is routine/repetitive/simple/reviewed carefully; standard procedures: not demanded to come up with creative solutions; refers anything unusual to supervisor.

Supervisory & Responsibility

Does not supervise.

Financial Responsibility

Does not deal with money.

Level & Frequency of Outside Contact

Frequent contact with the public or other organizations; interactions may require obtaining cooperation of people; courtesy and tact are required when dealing with moderately difficult or sensitive issues.

Physical Demands

Light physical effort. May require brief periods of muscular exertion, such as standing, lifting, moving, pulling, pushing, etc. Ability to exert up to 20lbs. of force occasionally to move objects.

Responsibility for Equipment & Property

Responsible for assigned equipment/property used outside of office, use of a City vehicle.

Working Conditions

Fair inside or outside conditions; exposure to outdoor elements is brief.

Other Requirements

The City of Brownsville requires all employees to successfully pass a Drug & Alcohol and a physical examination and a Background Check.

ADA Requirements

The City of Brownsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.

Benefits

The City of Brownsville offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support its employees' well-being and future. Employees participate in a robust retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) City to Employee Matching Ratio 2:1, with eligibility for retirement after 5 years of service at age 60 or 20 years of service at any age.

The City provides exceptional health benefits, including medical, dental, and life insurance plans for employees and their families, along with vision coverage for employees enrolled in health insurance through MetLife. Employees and their dependents can also access care at Frontier Clinic at no cost when covered by the City's health plan. Additionally, pet insurance is available as a voluntary benefit.

Employees have access to deferred compensation plans through Equitable and supplemental insurance options from AFLAC and Colonial Life. Full-time employees accrue 10 sick days and 15 vacation days annually.

The City offers parental leave concurrent with FMLA for eligible employees, longevity pay, and 100% tuition assistance up to $5,000 annually. Furthermore, Brownsville observes 14 holidays per year, plus two floating holidays, giving employees a balanced and rewarding work-life experience.

Starting in fiscal year 2025, employees will have access to flexible scheduling options as part of our commitment to work-life balance.

EEOC Statements

The City of Brownsville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.