Part-Time Community Center Assistant: Programs & Safety

City of Omaha; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Omaha seeks a part-time/seasonal Recreation Aide to assist the Recreation Coordinator in operating recreation activities at City facilities. The role requires flexibility to work varied times, including weekends and holidays, and includes light custodial duties and customer service.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, safety checks, handling reservations and fees, maintaining records, and supporting the Ice Arena and Learn to Swim programs.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the overall operation of the facility.
• Knowledge of youth recreational and educational activities, both indoor and outdoor.
• Knowledge of City policies and procedures regarding accidents and other incidents.
• Knowledge of basic First Aid/CPR/AED.
• Skill in operating a cash register and making correct change.
• Skill in performing basic office duties and other community center functions.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records and compile reports.
• Ability to work effectively with all age groups that utilize our facilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with program participants and with co-workers.
• Ability to understand oral and written instructions.
• Ability to move around facility 75%-100% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and performs light custodial duties in and around the facility and grounds.
• Assists the Coordinator in supervising subordinate employees.
• Assists in ensuring facilities are free of safety hazards.
• Assists injured patrons and resolves other difficulties with the public.
• Orders, picks up, and distributes supplies and equipment.
• Provides customer service and responds to inquiries and complaints.
• Maintains daily records and inventory.
• Secures the building according to specified procedures.
• Conducts regular safety checks.
• Takes reservations and collects fees, handling money as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned or as the situation dictates within the scope of this classification.
• As well as the functions listed above, the following items pertain to the employees specifically assigned to:
• ICE ARENA
• Sharpens skates.
• Operates equipment for ice, skates, and building.
• LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAM
• Receives training on providing swim lessons (no prior experience necessary).
• Provides swim lessons for a variety of age and skill groups.

Skills

Facility operations

Youth recreation

First Aid/CPR/AED

Cash handling

Office duties

Record keeping

Communication

Mobility around facility

Job description

City of Omaha seeks a part-time/seasonal Recreation Aide to assist the Recreation Coordinator in operating recreation activities at City facilities. The role requires flexibility to work varied times, including weekends and holidays, and includes light custodial duties and customer service.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, safety checks, handling reservations and fees, maintaining records, and supporting the Ice Arena and Learn to Swim programs.