Recreation Program Associate (Part Time)

City of Santa Fe Springs; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Robbinsdale is seeking a Part Time Recreation Program Associate to support the Recreation Services Department with registrations, event planning, and program delivery. Responsibilities include marketing, coordination of facility rentals, and customer service support for community programs.

The position offers 20 hours per week with some evenings and weekends possible. Requirements include a high school diploma and a Minnesota driver's license, plus customer service experience and office Computer

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Minnesota driver's license.
• Experience in customer service and using computers in an office setting.

Responsibilities

• Design, prepare, proof and distribute marketing materials for programs and events.
• Enter programs, registrations, and payments into CivicRec.
• Plan and execute recreation events such as Pets in the Park, Boo Bash and Fire and Ice.
• Provide administrative support, coordinating with other city departments.
• Manage schedules, invoices, and payments for public programs.
• Coordinate communications, applications, payments and resident assignments for Community Gardens and canoe/kayak rack.
• Manage facility rentals of park spaces, issue keys and collect payments.
• Administer department email inbox and respond to customers.
• Staff the information desk to greet and direct visitors when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Marketing software

Multi-tasking

Flexibility

Communication

Microsoft 365

Education

High school diploma or GED

Minnesota driver’s license

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Position Objective

Now Hiring: Part Time Recreation Program Associate

Our innovative recreation programming is one of the things that makes Robbinsdale so special. Join our team to help plan events, manage program registrations, coordinate facility rentals, and support community recreation services. If you're organized, creative, and community-focused, we’d love to have you on board!

This regular part-time position will be scheduled for 20 hours per week. Hours may be variable depending on programmatic need. Occasional evening and/or weekend work may be included.

Department: Recreation Services

Reports To: Recreation Services Manager

Supervisory Duties: No

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Benefits: No

Union Status: AFSCME

Position Objective

Performs administrative support duties for the Recreation Services Department including registering participants and program implementation.

Responsibilities

• Design, prepare, proof and distribute marketing materials including program and event fliers and program catalogs, in coordination with Communications Coordinator and Recreation Services Manager.
• Enter programs, registrations, and payments into CivicRec.
• Assist with planning and execution of recreation events: such as Pets in the Park, Boo Bash and Fire and Ice.
• Provide administrative support for Recreation Services department, working closely with other city departments (Parks, Finance, Communications).
• Manage schedules, invoices, and payments for public programs as needed such as Yoga.
• Coordinate communications, applications, payments and resident assignments for Community Gardens and canoe/kayak rack. Assist with maintenance of Community Gardens.
• Manage facility rentals of park spaces. Reserve spaces, issue and collect keys, and collect payments.
• Administer department email inbox. Respond to customers and forward emails to the appropriate staff.
• At times, may be asked to staff the information desk to greet, assist and direct visitors within City Hall.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Skilled in utilizing marketing software.
• Ability to multi-task and work with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to be flexible and reprioritize as business needs change.
• Ability to communicate well in person, in writing and over the phone.
• Skilled with Microsoft 365 applications and other technology platforms.

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Minnesota drivers' license.
• Experience providing customer service and working with computers in an office environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals of all ages in a program setting.
• Enrollment in or completion of a degree program in Recreation Services.

Supplemental Information

Physical Requirements

The role requires the ability to sit for extended periods, perform repetitive tasks, and occasionally lift office supplies or packages. Infrequently assists with maintenance, watering, and rolling waste bins out for collection for the Community Gardens.

Working Conditions

This position will work in an office as well as outdoors and in various recreation buildings. Outdoor tasks may include responsibilities such as event setup and takedown, program leadership, and moving and storing equipment. May require occasional evening or weekend work for specific projects and events.

Information available by contacting Robbinsdale Human Resources.