Senior Recreation Aide II: Youth Programs & OST

City of Gainesville; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Gainesville’s Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department seeks a Recreation Aide II to support the Recreation Leader in developing, implementing, and coordinating a range of youth and recreational programs within city facilities. You will supervise Recreation Aide I and help ensure programs run safely and effectively.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and two years of related experience; a valid Florida driver’s license is required within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent; two years of progressively responsible experience in recreational programming or related work.
• Valid Florida Driver's License within 30 days of appointment.
• American Red Cross certifications (First Aid, AED, CPR) required within 6 months of appointment.
• If assigned to DCF-licensed programs, complete DCF 40-hour Intro Training within 15 months; annual in-service trainings.

Responsibilities

• Follows and enforces all city and departmental policies and procedures.
• Assists with planning, coordination and implementation of recreational activities (events, leagues, instructional programs, dances, etc.).
• Assists with site program evaluations by taking notes and providing feedback to staff.
• Develops new programs and classes; assists in marketing and community outreach for programs.
• Responds to public inquiries and records complaints; relays information to supervisor.
• Collects surveys for program evaluation and suggests improvements.
• Opens/closes facilities per schedule; maintains registration, participation, inventory and expenditure records.
• Oversees safety and risk management; reports maintenance needs to supervisor.
• Assists with staff scheduling, selection, promotion and pre-employment training.
• Supports swimming lessons with supervision; transports participants or staff as needed.
• Attends work on a regular basis.

Skills

Recreational programming

Public inquiries handling

Program development

Oversight and supervision

Education

High School Diploma

2+ years experience in recreational programming

Valid Florida Driver's License

CPR/First Aid/AED certifications

DCF 40-hour Intro Training or exemption

CDL with passenger endorsement

Job description

The City of Gainesville’s Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department seeks a Recreation Aide II to support the Recreation Leader in developing, implementing, and coordinating a range of youth and recreational programs within city facilities. You will supervise Recreation Aide I and help ensure programs run safely and effectively.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and two years of related experience; a valid Florida driver’s license is required within 30 days.