Recreation Aide (Part-time)

City of South Miami; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

City of South Miami is seeking a part-time Recreation Aide to support planned programs at city parks, including outdoor sports, games, and leisure activities. You will participate hands-on and supervise groups under the Recreation Leader, ensuring safe, organized events for diverse age ranges.

The role requires physical activity outdoors, ability to follow instructions, basic clerical tasks, and reporting. CPR/First Aid desirable within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Must possess a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Related coursework from an accredited college/university is preferred, but not required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of related experience in parks, recreation, or any equivalent combination of related education and experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid State of Florida driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Current CPR, AED and First Aid Certification or ability to attain within six (6) months of hire.
• Must be able to work outdoors while being exposed to various weather conditions, with the possibility of strenuous physical activity, which may include but is not limited to: walking, running, climbing, reaching, stretching, or similar activity.

Responsibilities

• Assists in recreational activities, fitness, after-school programming, as well as assisting in Senior Center activities as directed by Recreation Leader.
• Exercises direct supervision of children being cared for in City program activities.
• Ensures the safety of all participants in the City’s recreational and after-school programming.
• Assists in pre and post event walk-through with facility renters, and vendors, and prepares reports as required by the supervisor.
• Answers phones and completes clerical tasks as assigned.
• Performs moderate custodial duties, as needed and as assigned.
• Practices safety precautions in conformance with City policy and procedures and industry best practices for safety standards and regulations.
• Assists with a variety of tasks assigned by Recreation Leader.

Skills

Customer service

Organization

Flexibility

Teamwork

Math skills

Cashier procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ReCPro

Job description

General Summary

The Recreation Aide position is responsible for assisting the Recreation Leader in a variety of planned recreational programs and events at the City parks, such as outdoor sporting events, games and leisure activities. This position requires hands‑on participation and oversight of activities involving groups of varying age ranges. Work is performed under the general direction of the Recreation Leader and is reviewed for accomplishment of objectives through results obtained, reports and conferences.

Supervision Received & Exercised

The Recreation Aide exercises no supervision and works under the general supervision of the Recreation Leader. This position is classified as a non-exempt, part‑time position.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists in recreational activities, fitness, after‑school programming, as well as assisting in Senior Center activities as directed by Recreation Leader.

• Exercises direct supervision of children being cared for in City program activities.

• Ensures the safety of all participants in the City’s recreational and after‑school programming.

• Assists in pre and post event walk‑through with facility renters, and vendors, and prepares reports as required by the supervisor.

• Answers phones and completes clerical tasks as assigned.

• Performs moderate custodial duties, as needed and as assigned.

• Practices safety precautions in conformance with City policy and procedures and industry best practices for safety standards and regulations.

• Assists with a variety of tasks assigned by Recreation Leader.

Minimum Qualifications Required

• Must possess a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Related coursework from an accredited college/university is preferred, but not required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of related experience in parks, recreation, or any equivalent combination of related education and experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid State of Florida driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Current CPR, AED and First Aid Certification or ability to attain within six (6) months of hire.
• Must be able to work outdoors while being exposed to various weather conditions, with the possibility of strenuous physical activity, which may include but is not limited to: walking, running, climbing, reaching, stretching, or similar activity.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge in using recreation software (ReCPro).
• Knowledge of basic cashier procedures.
• Skills in customer service, organization and flexibility.
• Ability to work independent and in a team environment.
• Ability to comprehend written and verbal instructions and perform simple math skills.
• Knowledge of standard office practices methods and equipment.
• Ability to learn the operation of adding machines, bookkeeping software/hardware, data entry terminals and other standard office and accounting machines for which no significant previous training is needed.

Disclaimer

The City of South Miami provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the City of South Miami complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.