Recreation Activities Leader (Part-Time)

City of Irvin; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Irving Parks and Recreation Department is hiring to coordinate recreation classes, afterschool programs and other community initiatives. The role includes front-desk duties, answering phones, greeting customers and maintaining a clean facility.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and at least six months of customer service experience; recreation experience is preferred and a valid Class C Texas driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months customer service experience required.
• Recreation experience or training preferred.
• Prior experience working with children beneficial.
• Must have, or be able to obtain, a valid Class C Texas driver’s license and be at least 18 to be hired.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement recreation classes, afterschool programs and other programs for children, teens, adults, and/or special needs or senior citizens.
• Answer telephones and greet customers.
• Keep the facility clean.

Skills

Customer service experience

Recreation programs

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Duties include coordinating and implementing recreation classes, afterschool programs and other programs for children, teens, adults, and / or special needs or senior citizens; answering telephones and greeting customers; and keeping the facility clean. A high school diploma or equivalent and six months customer service experience are required; recreation experience or training is preferred. Prior experience working with children beneficial. Must have, or be able to obtain, a valid Class C Texas driver's license and be at least 18 to be hired. Schedule may vary and will include morning, afternoon, evening and / or weekend hours. Applicants must submit hours of availability with application.

PAY GRADE GG09 / FULL PAY RANGE $16.97- $23.93 PER HOUR

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The City of Irving Parks and Recreation Department is committed offering a welcoming environment to members, visitors and guests, and offers a variety of innovative programs to the community. There is a senior center, gazebos that can be reserved, picnic shelters, and buildings available for club and private use. Seasonal pools and two year-round indoor aquatic facilities also provide numerous opportunities for fitness and fun!

The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The city acknowledges that its employees’ diversity make them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community. The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.