Recreation Aide - PRN

County of Sandoval; Peña Blanca (NM); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Sandoval is seeking a Community Services staff member to oversee recreational activities at the Peña Blanca community center. You will supervise programs for residents, help schedule rentals, and assist with maintaining facilities and equipment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, six months of related experience, and a valid NM driver's license. Background checks and drug screening are required, with safety protocols in place.

Qualifications

• Education and experience requirement: High School Diploma/GED and six months experience with diverse age groups in recreational settings.
• Valid New Mexico driver’s license within 30 days of hire.
• Background check, pre-employment drug and alcohol screening required.
• Safety-sensitive position subject to random drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee recreational activities at the community center.
• Coordinate scheduling of activities and field rentals.
• Set up programs and maintain equipment and facilities.
• Create posters and notices to advertise activities.
• Maintain inventory and prepare program reports.
• Keep gym and restrooms clean; adhere to safety rules.

Skills

Interacting with age groups

Group activity leadership

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

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.

We foster an organization that engages its citizens and exceeds their needs. We promote organizational excellence through collaborative leadership, improved communications and the development of employee learned programs. We ensure employees' skills and County policies are aligned with County goals and objectives to sustain investment in public and organizational infrastructures.