Community Recreation Aide: Create & Lead Programs

Mparks; Ferndale (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Mparks in Ferndale, MI is seeking a Recreation Aide to assist the Parks & Recreation Director and Deputy Director in planning, organizing, and coordinating community recreation programs for youth, teens, and adults, including sports, enrichment programs, camps, and events.

The role requires strong communication, ability to lift 50 pounds, and flexibility to work weekdays, evenings, and weekends up to 28 hours per week. Knowledge of MS 365 and CRM software is a plus for coordinating activities.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited High School or equivalent.
• Valid state drivers’ license or state-issued ID.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and coordinating community recreation programs, including youth and adult sports, enrichment classes, and events.
• Coordinate sports programs: recruit coaches, schedule practices, games, and officials; manage uniforms and medals distribution.
• Promote programs to schools and community groups and provide information to public inquiries.
• Order, inventory, clean, and store equipment and supplies.
• Assist with publications promoting programs (brochures, calendars, flyers).
• Maintain records and statistics for activities.
• Assist with planning and operations of special events and rentals, including volunteers and staff.
• Assist with facility rentals, set-ups, and basic maintenance.
• Perform setup/breakdown for activities and assist with equipment and field operations.
• Demonstrate ability to work independently and in a team, meet deadlines, and multi-task.

Skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of rec equipment

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Volunteer supervision

MS 365

CRM software

Lifting 50 lbs

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Microsoft 365

CRM software

Job description

Mparks in Ferndale, MI is seeking a Recreation Aide to assist the Parks & Recreation Director and Deputy Director in planning, organizing, and coordinating community recreation programs for youth, teens, and adults, including sports, enrichment programs, camps, and events.

The role requires strong communication, ability to lift 50 pounds, and flexibility to work weekdays, evenings, and weekends up to 28 hours per week. Knowledge of MS 365 and CRM software is a plus for coordinating activities.