Recreation Assistant

City of Killeen, Texas; Killeen (TX); On-site; Full time

Job summary

The City of Killeen is seeking a full-time Recreation Services Assistant to support various programs and facilities. Responsibilities include data entry, customer service, and program facilitation. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a high school diploma. Flexible hours required.

Benefits

Vacation

Sick leave

Participation in TMRS

Qualifications

• One year of office or recreation programming experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recreation, athletic, and special event programs.
• Handle payments for facility rentals and memberships.
• Enter data into the computer system.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of listed equipment

Maintain confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Personal computer

Word processing software

Copy machine

Calculator

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GENERAL PURPOSE
To perform a variety of routine data entry, clerical, and administrative work in support of the Recreation Services office; perform general cleaning tasks on equipment and at various facilities. Enroll customers in programs and memberships, and perform sales while handling cash, credit cards, and checks.

Salary
$15.71 Hourly

Location
Pools/Parks - Killeen, TX

Job Type
Full-time

Department
Parks and Recreation

Opening Date
03/24/2025

FLSA
Non-Exempt

Description

GENERAL PURPOSE
To perform a variety of routine data entry, clerical, and administrative work in support of the Recreation Services office; perform general cleaning tasks on equipment and at various facilities. Enroll customers in programs and memberships, and perform sales while handling cash, credit cards, and checks.

Supervision Exercised

Employee has no supervisory responsibility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in all aspects of recreation, athletic, and special event programs.
• Facilitate on-site supervision of recreation, facilities, athletic, and special event programs.
• Set up, tear down, and clean up for programs and activities both on and off-site.
• Utilize programming software and conduct inventory.
• Perform daily tasks such as cleaning, filing, answering phones, receiving the public, and providing customer assistance.
• Handle payments for facility rentals, memberships, sports registrations, and other transactions.
• Serve in various roles during recreation, athletic, and special events.
• Enter data into the computer system.
• Keep essential records and prepare reports as required.
• Distribute mail and handle incoming mail.
• Follow department bylaws, policies, and procedures.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license and comply with city policies.
• Participate in employee committees as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; and,
• One (1) year of office, recreation programming, communications, or records management experience (preferred).

Special Requirements

• Valid driver's license by hire date.
• Obtain and maintain a Texas Driver's License within 60 days of hire.
• Bondable.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of listed equipment.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Effective communication skills.
• Follow instructions effectively.
• Work weekends and evenings.
• Maintain punctuality.

Tools and Equipment Used

Personal computer, word processing software, copy machine, typewriter, fax, calculator, telephone, paper shredder.

The City offers vacation, sick leave, and participation in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS).