Recreation Assistant

Northville Parks and Recreation; Northville (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Northville Parks and Recreation is seeking a dependable part-time Recreation Assistant to support day-to-day operations through customer service and administrative tasks.

You will help with program registrations, facility rentals, and records while assisting staff with events; strong organization and teamwork are essential. A high school diploma or GED is required; occasional evenings or weekends may be needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Experience in customer service or office administration is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers in person, by phone and email.
• Process program registrations and facility rentals.
• Maintain department records and files.
• Support staff with programs, events and other department projects.

Skills

Customer service

Effective communication

Multitasking

Recordkeeping

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Northville Parks and Recreation is looking for a dependable and motivated individual with a passion for serving the community to join our team in the permanent part-time Recreation Assistant position. Under the direction of the Recreation Superintendent, this position supports the day-to-day operations of the department through customer service and administrative responsibilities while also assisting with recreation programs, special events and other department initiatives. Responsibilities include assisting customers in person, by phone and email; processing program registrations and facility rentals; maintaining department records; and supporting staff with programs, events and other projects. The ideal candidate is organized, communicates well, takes initiative and can work both independently and as part of a team.

High school diploma or GED required;

Preference for previous experience in Recreation, customer service, special events, office administration or a related setting;

Strong interpersonal skills, positive attitude, and ability to work effectively in a customer service team environment;

Ability to multi-task and prioritize, while functioning in a fast paced (at times) environment;

Skill in operating computers including Microsoft Office and other department specific applications to prepare reports, create spreadsheets, utilize databases, etc.;

Ability to utilize various office equipment; and

First aid, CPR, AED certifications are all desirable.

Could include an occasional night or weekend depending on programming.

Candidates are expected to demonstrate skills in the following areas:

Customer service

Effective communication

Prioritization

Adaptability to changing priorities

Recordkeeping