Recreation Programs Assistant (Evenings/Weekends)

Town of Nashville (NC); Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Town of Nashville (NC) is seeking a part-time recreation assistant to support assigned programs, set up equipment, supervise participants, and help maintain facilities and safety during activities and rentals.

The ideal candidate will have experience with children in recreation settings, strong communication skills, and the ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays; First Aid/CPR certification is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Experience in overseeing or supporting recreation programs.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and respond to incidents.
• Ability to work with the public and participants of all ages.

Responsibilities

• Provides general assistance within an assigned recreation program, including but not limited to preschool, sports, special events, after school programs, day camps, arts and crafts, or other recreation programs.
• Encourages participation in activities and promotes good sportsmanship.
• Responds to public inquiries in a courteous and timely manner.
• Sets up for program activities and serves as an on-site assistant.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety of facilities and equipment; including, but not limited to, cleaning restrooms, emptying trash cans, and picking up litter.
• Performs unskilled clerical work and other duties related to conducting programs.
• Sets up, organizes equipment needed for specific programs, and monitors use.
• Observes and/or participates in assigned activities as directed.
• Reports risk, hazards, near misses, unsafe situations, incidents and accidents to supervisor.
• Assists in maintaining order and compliance with established rules.
• Provides routine information on facility rules and division activities to participants and the general public.
• Maintains and secures facilities for programs.
• May serve as scorekeeper and/or official for recreational games.
• Supervises Recreation Center during rentals and programs.
• Performs related duties as required

Skills

Communication

First Aid & CPR Certification

Public interaction

Basic math

Office equipment operation

Education

Reading and writing skills

Experience with children in recreation

Job description

Town of Nashville (NC) is seeking a part-time recreation assistant to support assigned programs, set up equipment, supervise participants, and help maintain facilities and safety during activities and rentals.

The ideal candidate will have experience with children in recreation settings, strong communication skills, and the ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays; First Aid/CPR certification is preferred but not required.