Part-Time Recreation Programs Assistant

jacksonville.gov; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Jacksonville's Office of Parks, Recreation, and Community Services is seeking a motivated Recreation Programs Assistant to support the planning, implementation, and supervision of recreational activities and programs for community members of all ages. This part-time role offers 10-20 hours per week, with evenings and some weekend shifts required.

You will assist the Community Programs Manager in coordinating a variety of programs—yoga, movie nights, art and fitness classes—delivering

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and public speaking skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional, flexible and dependable demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, implementation, and supervision of recreational activities and programs.
• Assist in setup, facilitation, coordination, and debrief of programs.
• Assist the Community Programs Manager in coordinating a variety of programs and events.
• Run programs such as yoga, movie nights, art classes and fitness/dance classes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Multitasking

Dependability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Jacksonville's office of Parks, Recreation, and Community Services is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Recreation Programs Assistant to join our team. The Recreation Programs Assistant will support the planning, implementation, and supervision of recreational activities and programs for community members of all ages.

AVAILABLE HOURS:

• 10-20 hours per week, depending upon scheduled programming needs.
• This position will require nights and some weekend shifts. Schedule and shift assignments will be created and provided monthly.

• Support the Office of Parks, Recreation, and Community Services in the facilitation of parks programs, activities, and events for the City of Jacksonville.
• Assist the Community Programs Manager in the set-up, implementation, and coordination of a variety of recreational programs and activities.
• Duties required for this position will include all aspects of running a program, which include the set-up, facilitation, supervision, breakdown, and debrief of the program.
• Programs produced by the Office of Parks, Recreation, and Community Services include:
  • First Thursday Yoga at Friendship Fountain
  • First Fridays at Friendship Fountain
  • Monthly Movie in the Park Nights
  • Art In the Park
  • Fitness Classes
  • Dance Classes
  • & More!

• Experience in recreation, events, or community programming preferred but not limited to.
• Interest in public service, recreation, events, and program management.
• Ability to multi-task, work in a fast-paced environment, adheres to strict deadlines, and is professional, flexible and dependable.
• Work requires the ability to safely perform all essential job functions, including the ability to lift, carry, push or pull 50 pounds without assistance.
• Ability to work independently under general policy directions and exercise independent judgment when appropriate.
• Strong interpersonal and public speaking skills. Depending upon the program, this position will involve giving instructions and announcements to both small and large groups.
• Must be able to work evenings, nights, and weekends.

OPEN REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• This classification performs safety-sensitive functions and is subject to pre-employment, random and other drug/alcohol testing programs as set forth in the City of Jacksonville’s Drug Free Workplace Policy (0401).
• Must pass background screening on a local, state and federal level as required by the State of Florida Children and Family Services.

LICENSING AND CERTIFICATION:

• A valid driver’s license is required and must be maintained.
• Must qualify for prior to appointment, obtain and maintain during employment in this class a City of Jacksonville certification as a Public Driver.
• Must possess and maintain valid CPR and First Aid certification within three months of employment.

VETERANS PREFERENCE:

• Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and the family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post-secondary educational requirements, in employment and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled.

OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• This position is in an office and is not a remote position.
• Please ensure your application includes all employers within the last 10 years.
• Part-Time and volunteer work experience may be considered if an applicant has worked/volunteered 20 hours per week or more. If applying for a full-time position, these hours must add up to full-time equivalency. To receive consideration, complete work/volunteer history must be provided in the application.