Youth & Community Recreation Assistant

City of Dallas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Dallas is seeking a Recreation Center Assistant to support, coordinate, and lead recreational, cultural, and educational activities at city recreation centers. You'll assist with youth and senior services, events, and daily program operations in a dynamic community environment.

Responsibilities include leading activities, managing records, handling registrations, and promoting programs at events, while upholding safety and customer service standards across diverse populations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of recreation facilities and general programming.
• Ability to work with children, youth, and adults.
• Knowledge of sports and general rules.
• Knowledge of first aid principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement programs at recreation centers.
• Lead activities and teach games to participants.
• Support after-school programs and manage logistics for safe operations.
• Maintain attendance and program records; track participation and materials.
• Provide information and excellent customer service to participants and the public.
• Handle registrations, schedules, and process payments as applicable.
• Transport youth to field trips and events for recreational activities.
• Enforce rules and safety procedures during activities.
• Assist with outreach and promotion of programs at events and fairs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Recreation programming

Customer service

Child & youth interaction

First aid knowledge

Community outreach

Record keeping

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

City of Dallas is seeking a Recreation Center Assistant to support, coordinate, and lead recreational, cultural, and educational activities at city recreation centers. You'll assist with youth and senior services, events, and daily program operations in a dynamic community environment.

Responsibilities include leading activities, managing records, handling registrations, and promoting programs at events, while upholding safety and customer service standards across diverse populations.