Recreation Assistant

R&S Lowndes Management LLC; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health benefits

Wellness benefits

Job summary

R&S Lowndes Management, LLC is seeking a Recreation Assistant in Darby, MT to support Job Corps by delivering safe, engaging recreational activities that foster wellness, teamwork, and personal growth. The role combines instruction with program coordination to prepare students for careers and independent living.

You will lead sports, arts, and fitness activities, supervise participants, and help implement employability skills within a structured program, with weekend and evening shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree preferred.
• Experience with youth in recreational, educational, or mentoring settings.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to operate government vehicles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead structured recreational and physical fitness activities.
• Instruct students in positive social behaviors, conflict resolution, and employability skills.
• Support integration of Career Success Standards into programs.
• Provide orientation sessions on recreation facilities, safety, and participation expectations.
• Develop and schedule indoor and outdoor activities across sports, fitness, arts, and culture.
• Supervise students during activities to ensure a safe, inclusive environment.
• Encourage participation to build leadership and community engagement.
• Transport students to off-site activities following safety guidelines.
• Maintain attendance and program outcomes records.
• Assist in day-to-day recreation facility operations and equipment upkeep.
• Support evening and weekend programming for consistent engagement.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Youth work experience

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Hamilton, United States | Posted on 08/14/2026

R&S Lowndes Management, LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing workforce solutions, program management, consulting, education and training, and operational support to government agencies and enterprise organizations.

Founded by a United States Marine Corps veteran, R&S Lowndes Management is committed to operational excellence, mission-focused service, and helping organizations build the workforce and infrastructure needed to achieve measurable results. Our capabilities include staffing and personnel, workforce development, government consulting, program management, education and training, and facility support.

We take a people-centered approach to recruiting and program delivery, connecting qualified professionals with meaningful opportunities while providing our clients with dependable, responsive workforce solutions.

At R&S Lowndes Management, we believe that strong people, credible leadership, and a commitment to service are the foundation of successful organizations.

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Job Description

Work location: Trappers Creek Job Corps-5139 W Fork rd, Darby, MT

8:00 am-4:30 pm Saturday and Sunday.

3:30 pm-12:00 am Monday thru Wednesday. (Thursday and Friday off)

Position Summary

The Recreation Assistant supports the mission of Job Corps by providing students with safe, engaging, and educational recreational opportunities that promote wellness, teamwork, and personal growth. This role combines instructional responsibilities—teaching students positive social and employability skills with program coordination, ensuring that recreational activities contribute to the overall development of young people preparing for careers and independent living.

Key Responsibilities

Instructional & Educational Duties

• Plan, organize, and lead structured recreational and physical fitness activities that encourage teamwork, discipline, and healthy lifestyles
• Instruct and counsel students in positive social behaviors, conflict resolution, and employability skills through recreation-based learning
• Support the integration of Career Success Standards into recreational programming
• Provide orientation sessions for new students on recreation facilities, safety, and participation expectations

Program Coordination & Student Engagement

• Assist in developing and scheduling a variety of indoor and outdoor activities, including sports, fitness, arts, and cultural events
• Supervise students during recreational activities, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment
• Encourage participation in structured programs that build leadership, responsibility, and community engagement
• Transport students to off-site recreational activities as needed, ensuring compliance with safety and program guidelines

Compliance & Administration

• Maintain accurate records of attendance, participation, and program outcomes
• Ensure compliance with Job Corps Policy and Requirements Handbook (PRH) and center procedures
• Assist in the day-to-day operations of recreation facilities, including equipment accountability and facility upkeep
• Support evening and weekend programming to provide students with consistent opportunities for engagement

Requirements

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree in Recreation, Physical Education, or related field preferred
• Experience working with youth or young adults in recreational, educational, or mentoring setting
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Ability to model positive behaviors and mentor students in employability and life skills
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record; ability to operate government vehicles preferred

This full-time position includes a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.

• Full employee benefits package
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Health and wellness benefits
• Additional benefits available to eligible employees