This position is considered a Safety-Sensitive position. Applicants who pass the interview process will be subject to drug and alcohol testing.
The Recreation Services Technician is responsible for delivering specialized programming and support within a designated area of Parks and Recreation Department. This role requires subject-matter expertise in one or more core service areas, such as athletics, aquatics, cultural arts, marketing, outdoor recreation, historic preservation, and senior services.
Essential Functions:
May be required to perform all or some of the Essential Functions according to program.
- Must be able to communicate with others in spoken and written English to ensure the safe and efficient operations of the business.
- Interacts with patrons to provide a positive customer experience.
- Provides accurate information regarding activities and services. Delivers specialty services, specific to the goals of assigned area, and assists and participates in the success of the program as a whole.
- Monitors the assigned facility and participants.
- Keeps the assigned area clean and orderly.
- Observes and enforces the rules and procedures of the assigned area for the safety and welfare of the staff and participants.
- Operates a computer with facility management software; processes registrations and admissions, balances cash drawer; prepares bank deposits, collects funds, issues receipts, and records transactions.
- Maintains accurate records and reports.
- Maintains and monitors schedules and calendars.
- Renders aid as needed, including administering CPR and using an AED device.
- Orders supplies and equipment for programs and activities.
- Operates, utilizes, and maintains inventory of audio/visual equipment, program equipment, and supplies in the assigned facility.
- Plans and prepares special events.
- Create and design visually appealing content for various mediums, including social media, digital signage, and print materials.
- Assist in the monitoring, management, and updating of the department’s social media accounts and websites.
- Ensure consistency in branding and messaging across all digital and print platforms.
- Capture photos and videos during events and make live social media posts as required.
- Provide support in the preparation and distribution of promotional materials for events and programs.
- Ability to work a flexible work schedule with some weekend, evening and holiday work required.
- Performs other work as assigned.
Supplemental Information:
Recreation Services Technicians assigned to tennis operations will support and lead portions of instructional tennis programming under the direction of a certified Tennis Professional. Responsibilities include setting up courts and equipment, assisting with or leading drills and group activities, providing instruction to players, and helping coordinate special tennis events.
Physical Demands:
- Performs light to medium work that involves walking or standing virtually all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
- High school diploma of GED equivalent required.
- Knowledge related to Tennis.
Special Certifications and Licenses:
- Must possess a driver’s license valid in the State of Tennessee.
- Must possess current CPR/AED certifications or the ability to obtain same within six (6) months from date of hire.
- Failure to obtain the CPR/AED certifications within six (6) months will result in termination.
The City of Murfreesboro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.