Recreation Assistant I (Part-time)

Malibu, City of (CA); Malibu (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Malibu, California, is seeking an enthusiastic Recreation Assistant I to support a range of community programs, activities, and events under the Recreation Department. This entry-level role emphasizes customer service, program operations, and facility support.

Responsibilities include assisting with program planning, registrations, facility setup, and daily communications with the public and contract instructors.

Qualifications

• Completion of High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of responsible prior experience in related recreational activities.
• Minimum of one year experience in customer service.
• CPR, AED and Standard First Aid certifications upon hire.
• Must possess a valid California class C driver license.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and organizing City programs, activities, and events for participants of all ages.
• Communicate information and respond to inquiries from the public, instructors and City staff in person, by phone, and electronically.
• Collect program registration fees, prepare records, and produce activity reports.
• Explain and enforce Department rules and regulations governing facilities, parks, and programs.
• Assist in the development and promotion of programs including marketing and graphic design.
• Conduct routine facility inspections and document usage and maintenance/safety issues.
• Prepare facilities for programs and reservations.
• Assist with minor maintenance and stocking of facilities and equipment.
• Represent the park and recreation interests of the City.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Organization

Multitasking

Communication

Instruction following

Punctuality

Policy enforcement

Education

High School diploma

Enrollment in college desirable

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Suite

Job description

DEFINITION

Under the general direction and supervision of the Recreation Supervisor and Recreation Coordinator, the Recreation Assistant I assists in the implementation of recreation programs, activities and events of the City of Malibu Community Services Department.

This position is an entry-level, task-oriented position that assists with general operation of City parks, facilities, and a wide range of recreational programs, activities, and events. The City is committed to providing community services in a professional manner with a strong emphasis on customer service. The Recreation Assistant I is expected to provide services in such a manner.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate should have a good working knowledge of recreation and parks facility operation and municipal recreation program development and implementation concepts, principles, and practices. Familiarity with Microsoft applications or software is desirable. The Recreation Assistant should have the ability to write and communicate effectively, organize individuals participating in recreation programs, organize and prioritize a variety of tasks and projects, understand, and follow instructions and directives, and respond to requests for service and general recreation questions in a timely manner. The Recreation Assistant should also have the ability to coordinate various activities at one time and maintain positive cooperative working relations with others. The ideal candidate should be creative, well organized, energetic, and outgoing.

1. Assists with planning and organizing City programs, activities, and events for participants of all ages.
2. Communicates information and appropriately responds to inquiries from the general public, contract instructors and City staff in person, via telephone, and electronic communication.
3. Collects program registration fees, prepares records, and produces activity reports in accordance with established procedures.
4. Explains and enforces Department rules and regulations governing facilities, parks, and programs.
5. Assists in the development and promotion of programs including marketing and graphic design.
6. Conducts routine facility inspections and documents general usage and issues related to maintenance and safety.
7. Prepares facilities for programs and reservations.
8. Assists with minor maintenance of recreational facilities and equipment including cleaning and stocking facilities.
9. Represents the park and recreation interests of the City.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education: Completion of High School diploma or equivalent. Current enrollment in college or a college degree is highly desirable.

Experience: Minimum of one year of responsible prior experience in related recreational activities. Minimum of one year experience in customer service.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Certification in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) and Standard First Aid upon hire. Must possess and maintain a valid California class C driver license and have a satisfactory driving record. Other certifications may be required depending on program assignment.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Recreation programming including community classes, cultural arts, day camps, seniors, and special events.
• Concepts, principles and practices of parks and recreation programs, activities, and events.
• General facility and parks operations.
• Computer applications including the Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of the Adobe software suite preferred.
• Standard office administrative procedures including the use of standard office equipment.

SKILL IN:

• Providing strong support for recreation programs, activities and events.
• Displaying a positive attitude and ability to provide excellent customer service to the general public, contractors and City staff.
• Following written and verbal direction from supervisory staff.
• Organization, critical thinking and multi-tasking.
• Punctuality, initiative and common sense.
• Using English to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, with the public, contractors and City staff.
• Understanding and ability to enforce and abide by City and School District policies while utilizing strong decision-making ability.
• Maintaining safety, cleanliness and general order of recreational facilities.