Recreation Operations Assistant I - Transportation

City of Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Atlanta seeks a Recreation Operations Assistant - Transportation to provide safe, reliable transport for youth, teens, and senior patrons and occasionally move internal customers and dignitaries to programs and events.

You will work under the Transportation Supervisor, ensuring routes are covered, vehicles are maintained, and safety guidelines are followed throughout City recreation programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• One year of related work experience.
• Valid Georgia driver’s license required.
• Preferred: Georgia CDL.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adequate coverage for programs in coordination with Transportation Supervisor.
• Enforce vehicle operation and safety guidelines.
• Transport patrons and internal customers to programs and events.
• Transport vehicles to shops for maintenance and perform light fleet tasks.
• Assist with program setup and breakdown.
• Perform driving tests for staff designated to operate City vehicles.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Vehicle safety knowledge

Communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Recreation Operations Assistant - Transportation

Posting Expires: October 7, 2026

Salary: $21/hourly

General Description and Classification Standards:

This position is responsible for providing transportation services to youth, teens, and senior patrons who participate in programs offered by the Office of Recreation, Department of Parks & Recreation. This position is also required, on occasion, to transport internal customers who may include senior management, and City Council members; as well as visiting dignitaries, business executives, and state/federal officials. As the operator of a City vehicle, this position will make certain that patrons are transported – in a safe and orderly manner – from pick-up locations to designated programs and/or events. These programs include, but are not limited to:

• After-School Programming
• Special Needs Programming
• Teen Leadership Programming
• Food Service Programming
• Specialty Programs (i.e., swim, golf, pickle ball)
• Camp Best Friends
• Special Events

Job Description

Parks & Recreation

Supervision Received:

Works under the direct supervision of the Transportation Supervisor, while executing routes and completing related duties. Travel routes, assigned tasks, and specific instructions are closely monitored by the Transportation Supervisor, to make certain that departmental needs and requests are met.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

• Work cooperatively with the Transportation Supervisor and team members to ensure that adequate coverage is provided for all programs.
• Work collectively with administration and staff at recreation centers.
• Abide by and enforce all State of Georgia – and City of Atlanta – vehicle operation and safety guidelines.
• Support the Food Service program when requested, adhering strictly to all meal program rules, regulations, and guidelines.
• Provide support to recreation center staff, program coordinators, volunteers, and patrons on an as‑needed basis.
• Work alongside recreation center staff to implement rules and regulations that safeguard the health and well‑being of patrons who participate in center‑based activities.
• Maintain City vehicles so that they are clean, free of debris and clutter, and equipped adequately. Vehicles will be swept and mopped regularly; and wiped down and sanitized daily.
• Assist team members to assemble cleanliness and order at the fleet yard.
• Deliver provisions, supplies, and equipment to recreation centers and administrative offices as requested.
• Assist with equipment set‑up and break‑down for programs as needed.
• Transport vehicles to automotive shops for preventive maintenance and repair and pick up when work is complete.
• Conduct driving tests for recreation staff who are designated to operate City vehicles.
• Transport patrons out-of-city and out-of-state for special events and recreation activities.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully, it is not an exhaustive list.

• Knowledgeable of the State of Georgia – and City of Atlanta – vehicle operation and safety guidelines.
• Ability to use independent judgment and discretion in handling emergency situations.
• Ability to effectively interact with management, fellow employees, other groups, and members of the public – who are involved in the City of Atlanta’s recreation activities.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience –

• High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) required.
• One year of related work experience.

Licensures and Certifications –

• Valid Georgia driver’s license required.

Preferred Qualifications –

• Valid Georgia CDL (Commercial Driver’s License)

Work Environment:

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.

Lifting Requirements:

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta COA that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.