Recreation Programs Assistant

County Of Maui; Wailuku (HI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Maui seeks a recreational programs worker to organize and conduct activities at designated parks, playgrounds and facilities. This entry-level, sub-professional role supports athletic, cultural, social and recreational programs and coordinates participants, volunteers and equipment.

The position requires a high school graduate and at least one year of public contact or group activity experience, plus a valid Hawaii driver’s license.

Qualifications

• A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school and one (1) year of experience in public contact, group activities, or participation in sports teams or clubs at the high school level or above.
• Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license (equivalent to State of Hawaii Type 3).
• Knowledge of practical application of recreational activities, equipment care, instruction, group behavior, public relations, and standard office software.

Responsibilities

• Assists in organizing, implementing and conducting assigned athletic, cultural, social and recreational activities within the framework of established recreational programs.
• Develops plans in consultation with supervisors.
• Prepares groups for competitive activities.
• Sets up recreation areas for scheduled activities.
• Recruits participants and volunteers.
• Maintains and controls recreational materials and equipment.
• Provides instruction in and officiates sports events such as baseball, volleyball, basketball, football, track, etc.
• Supervises and participates in recreational arts and crafts and hobbies.
• Answers telephone, conveys messages, runs errands and performs other clerical and custodial tasks.
• Schedules community use of recreational parks, playgrounds and facilities.
• Arranges for or transports groups to various locations.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Public interaction

Group activities coordination

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The County of Maui seeks a recreational programs worker to organize and conduct activities at designated parks, playgrounds and facilities. This entry-level, sub-professional role supports athletic, cultural, social and recreational programs and coordinates participants, volunteers and equipment.

The position requires a high school graduate and at least one year of public contact or group activity experience, plus a valid Hawaii driver’s license.