Seasonal Recreational Aide

City of Madison, Alabama; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Madison, Alabama is seeking seasonal staff to assist across city gymnasiums, fields, courts, pools, and facilities. Responsibilities include securing facilities, supervising activities, and assisting with events and registrations. Must be dependable, able to work nights/weekends, and willing to drive.

Minimum age 17+, high school diploma or GED preferred; CPR/First Aid certification and strong teamwork skills are expected. Temporary status with no benefits for some roles.

Qualifications

• Verbal skills to communicate information and needs to other workers, employees and supervisor.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with children.
• Writing skills and documentation skills.
• Reading skills to understand written instructions.
• CPR/First Aid certification and skills.

Responsibilities

• Check and secure all building doors/windows, and ensure lights are on/off as needed.
• Report damage to facilities, fields or grounds to supervisor for repair.
• Observe activities for safety and investigate suspicious behavior.
• Supervise courts/fields/camps to ensure patrons act appropriately.
• Keep facilities clean; perform light maintenance and setup equipment for activities.
• Assist with registrations and collect fees when required.
• Supervise activities to ensure safety of participants.
• Support special projects within the Recreation Department.

Skills

Verbal skills

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Driving

Dependability

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

General Position Summary

The pay range for this position is $13.13 to $14.49 per hour, based on experience.

This seasonal position may remain open until filled or receipt of sufficient number of applications.

• Effective 10/12/2026, a 2% COLA will be added to the posted salary. Position performs responsibilities as needed within coordinating activities in any city gymnasium, field, court, pool, facility, grounds, camp programs and special events.

Examples of Responsibilities

• Responsible for checking/securing all building doors/windows, lights are turned on/off when needed in the different areas including gymnasiums, fields, courts, etc.
• Report any damage to facilities, fields or grounds to the appropriate supervisor for repair.
• Observe activities and look for any situation that does not appear normal, investigate source of suspected activities to determine trespassing.
• Supervise the various courts/fields/camp activities/summer camp participants to ensure that the patrons are acting appropriately and not disturbing the other patrons.
• Keep the walking track/courts/fields/playgrounds/facilities clean, including trash pick up, sweeping/mopping areas if needed.
• Responsible for set-up of equipment needed for court/field play/camp activities, special events or meetings.
• Supervise activity at playgrounds/fields/courts/camps to ensure the safety of the participants.
• Employee may also be occasionally called on to assist with other special projects within the Recreation Department.
• Aides will also serve as a positive role model for the camper and/or customers.
• Must communicate and cooperate with all patrons (campers, players, coaches, parents/guardians, co-workers and administration).

Athletics Responsibilities

• Set up gym/courts/fields for special activities or special events when necessary.
• Assist with registrations to include taking fees, writing receipts, filing, etc.
• Assist with raking and preparing ball fields.
• Assist with lining fields.
• Pick up debris in fields, parks and facilities.
• Perform light maintenance.
• Supervise ball fields and other grounds/facilities.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Job Conditions

• Must be 17 years of age or older to serve as counselor or athletics events coordinator.
• Dependability and consistent attendance is required due to program needs.
• Normal working conditions when working inside facilities.
• Job will require flexibility to work all shifts, especially nights and weekends.
• Working outside in various weather conditions.
• Must be available to work during City of Madison school breaks.
• Must be able to work extended hours, weekends, holidays, and other schedules at times with little or no notice, etc.
• Work in an environment where there may be dust, noise, dirt, chemicals, temperature fluctuations, etc.
• Must maintain a strong driving record for city-insurance purpose and record may be periodically checked by the city.
• May be reassigned to other programs by management at any time.

Minimal Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred, or going into at least the 11th grade.
• Strong background record required due to accessibility to employee and city property and children using city parks and facilities.
• Strong work history of dependability and performance.
• Experience working with general public and children highly preferred.
• Experience working in recreational field/education field preferred but not required.

Supplemental Information

• Verbal skills to communicate information and needs to other workers, employees and supervisor.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with children.
• Ability to work independently without close supervision.
• Knowledge of common safety practices.
• Ability to stay on task and demonstrated initiative in making facilities as clean and professional as possible.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Writing skills and documentation skills.
• Reading skills to understand written instructions.
• Listening skills to understand verbal instructions and information.
• CPR/First Aid certification and skills.
• Strong team and interpersonal skills.
• Position will be required to drive.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to lift/carry 30 pounds if needed.
• Ability to be mobile in order to inspect playground equipment, setting up of needed equipment for special events, cleaning of required areas, etc.
• Ability to see well enough to observe surroundings (corrective lens acceptable).
• Ability to communicate verbally and orally with employees, supervisors and public and to be heard from a distance.
• Ability to work around dirt, dust, and grass required for lining/dragging of fields.
• Ability to work around chemicals for cleaning purposes.
• Ability to sit/stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to hear well enough to understand normal conversations, use telephone and to hear persons from a distance (hearing aid acceptable)
• Must be able to drive.
• Must have full range of physical motion in order to operate various tools and equipment.
• Ability to work on computer for extended periods of time.
• Use of hands and fingers to operate cash register, phones, write, file, operate equipment, secure parks, courts and fields.

Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits or leave time.

01

Are you of age sixteen (16) or or older?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a High School diploma or GED Certificate?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a valid Driver's License that allows you to drive independently?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you possess an active CPR/First Aid Certification?

• Yes
• No

05

Although not required but preferred, do you have experience working in recreational field/education?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have work experience working with general public and children? If yes, describe your experience:

07

This position requires the ability to lift/carry 30 pounds in order to move supplies and equipment. Are you able to perform this task with or without accommodation?

• Yes
• No

08

This position requires you to work in an environment where there may be dust, noise, dirt, chemicals, temperature fluctuations & variable weather conditions. Are you able to work in this type of environment with or without reasonable accommodation?

• Yes
• No

09

Would you be able to work flexible hours, extended hours, weekends and holidays?

• Yes
• No

10

Would you be able to work during Madison City School's breaks?

• Yes
• No

11

Are you a Cooperative Education (Co-op) student? If yes, please provide the name of your school. Enter N/A if not applicable.

12

The pay range for this position is $13.13 to $14.49 per hour, based on experience. Is this acceptable to you?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question