Recreation Aide - PRN

Sandoval County; New Mexico; On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Sandoval County is seeking a Recreation Aide for Pena Blanca, NM. The role supports daily recreational activities, assists with program scheduling, and helps maintain facility cleanliness.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, six months of experience with diverse age groups, and a valid NM driver’s license. Pre-employment screening and drug testing are required. This PRN posting emphasizes safety and teamwork within the Community Services Department.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and six months experience with varied age groups in recreational settings.
• Valid New Mexico driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Pass criminal background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
• Safety-sensitive position subject to random drug testing per county policy.

Responsibilities

• Oversee recreational activities at the community center.
• Coordinate scheduling of activities and rental use of facilities.
• Create posters, flyers, and letters to advertise activities.
• Maintain center inventory; monitor supplies and inform supervisor when new supplies are required.
• Attend meetings and participate in community committees related to the Community Center.
• Maintain and clean the gym and restrooms; perform basic cleaning tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Group instruction

Safety awareness

First aid basics

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Recreation Aide - PRN - Sandoval County Logo# Sandoval County, NM## Recreation Aide - PRNApply: Pena Blanca, NM: Posted 3 Days Ago: JR100115**This job posting is only for candidates that are NOT current employees of Sandoval County.** If you are a current employee, you must apply using the Workday Jobs Hub which can be found in the navigation menu on the left side of the screen when you log into Workday. # Department:Community Services# Pay:$12.00-$12.00# Close Date:# Job Description:**GENERAL PURPOSE:** Under general supervision, oversees the recreational activities at assigned community center; oversees and provides planned activities for the community residents; assists in maintaining the cleanliness of the gym and community center; and may assist in coordinating the rental use of the center.**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**:**Education and Experience:*** High School Diploma/GED Certificate from an accredited institution and six months experience that includes interaction with varying age groups, individually or in groups, (youth/seniors) within a recreational field or a related profession.**Required Licenses or Certifications:*** Valid New Mexico driver’s license or ability to obtain a valid New Mexico driver’s license within 30 days of hire.**Additional Requirements:*** Ability to maintain a valid New Mexico driver’s license* Must pass criminal background check* Pre-employment drug and alcohol screening**This is a safety- sensitive position subject to random drug testing in accordance with County policy Article XIII Drug and Alcohol Policy and Testing-Drug Free Workplace of the Sandoval County Personnel Rules and Regulation.****SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:**Position reports to the Community Center Supervisor and does not exercise supervision over lower level staff.**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:** *The following duties **ARE NOT** intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.** May serve in lead capacity or provide direction to other assigned assistants depending on the activity.* Responsible for carrying out and monitoring programs as designed for recreational activities such as volleyball, basketball, soccer, board games, card games, crafts, and school homework sessions; enforces rules of facility and of recreational activity.* Coordinates with management and assists in the scheduling of recreational activities and rental use of facilities; sets up programs and facilities for program use in the center and recreational gym; and maintains all materials, tools, and equipment in good order.* Creates posters, fliers, and letters to advertise various activities.* Maintains center inventory; monitors levels of supplies and informs supervisor when new supplies are required.* Attends meetings and participates in various community committees associated with Community Center* Oversees activities; ensures that safety requirements for equipment, activities, facilities and activities are met; and prepares reports related to program activities and needs; provides other reports as requested.* Maintains and cleans the gym and restrooms on a regular basis to include sweeping, mopping and window washing.* Performs other job related duties as assigned.**Required Knowledge of:*** Operational characteristics, services, and activities of a Community Services Office, including business/industry principles and practices related to work assigned.* Principles, rules, materials, equipment, and organization of a variety of play, sport, and recreation activities.* Facilities and equipment used in community recreational activities.* Safety and first aid techniques.* Computer skills and software sufficient to create posters, fliers, and letters to advertise activities.* Effective communication principles and practices including oral and written communication.* Appropriate equipment, tools, and materials used.* Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers, computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and statistical databases.* English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.* Principles of business letter writing.**Required Skill in:*** Instructing and leading groups of program participants, including both youth and seniors.* Stimulating interest and enthusiasm among others.* Organizing, controlling, and instructing groups of individuals involved in recreational activities, including maintaining discipline.* Working with equipment, tools, and materials required in area of assignment.* Maintaining records and preparing reports.* Creating posters, fliers, and other related media in order to advertise community service program activities.* Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.* Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public, including meeting and dealing tactfully with the public.* Utilizing personal computer software programs and other relevant software affecting assigned work and in compiling and preparing spreadsheets.* Interpreting and administering policies and procedures sufficient to discuss, resolve, and explain them.**Physical Demands / Work Environment:*** Work is performed in a standard recreation environment including a community center gymnasium and outdoor facilities.* Requires physical movement sufficient to officiate/participate in recreational/sports activities including bending, stooping, walking and running.* Occasionally required to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.* Work regularly requires speaking, hearing and utilizing a phone, cell phone, copier or fax machine.* May occasionally be exposed to irate customers or infectious diseases when interacting with members of the public.* May be exposed to working machinery, potential physical harm, and hazardous chemicals when monitoring recreational activities and maintaining the community center facilities and grounds.