Recreation Aide Lead- Sports; Volleyball & Basketball

Overview

This is a non‑exempt, part‑time position, not to exceed 1,039 work hours in a fiscal year with Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department located in Carson City, Nevada. Under general supervision, the position performs a variety of duties to maintain and operate recreation sports programs.

Learn more about the Carson City Sports Programs here!

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This recruitment will remain open until recruitment needs are satisfied. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.
** The class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all‑inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job‑related duties otherwise contained in this document and may be required to have specific job‑related knowledge and skills.

• Cashiering duties to include program registration and concession assistance.
• Design and carry out plans for activity. Treat participants appropriately and use positive monitoring techniques.
• Prepare needed supplies for activity, setting up prior to an activity and cleaning up after the activity.
• Maintain an organized and orderly work atmosphere.
  
  Ensure that the facility and equipment are kept neat and orderly.
• Perform all duties in a safe manor.
• Perform related duties as assigned by the Recreation Aide Supervisor or Program Supervisor.
• Assist parents or public with concerns or complaints.
• Provide necessary information to parents or participants as needed.
• Being responsible for opening and closing the program facility while overseeing a specific program site.
• Assure Recreation Aides are carrying out activities as assigned and assist with on‑the‑job training.
• Assisting with the creation of staff work schedules.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Minimum age of 17 at time of employment, and one (1) year of experience working or volunteering in a sports recreation setting and cash handling; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources. In addition, applicants must possess or be able to obtain required certifications for area of employment within one (1) month of employment.

This position, along with other child care providers, is one of many groups of professionals required to report known or reasonable suspicion of abuse and/or neglect of children in their care and are considered mandated reporters as outlined in Nevada Revised Statutes.

• Current CPR Certification
• Current First Aid Certification
• Food Handlers Permit
• Valid Driver’s license if driving their personal vehicle while on work hours
• Driver’s Training (18 years of age or older)
• Alcohol Compliance Training (21 years of age or older)
• Officials Training if officiating a sports program
• Mandated Reporting:
  Recognizing Child Abuse and Neglectli>

Continued employment is contingent upon acquiring and maintaining these certifications.

• Safe work practices
• Effective supervisory principles and
• Basic math skills
• Basic computer skills

• Willingness to be available on nights, weekends, and holidays as programs are scheduled.
• Organize, implement, monitor and participate in activities for the program participants.
• React immediately, calmly, and effectively to situations and employ established techniques to resolve issues.
• Enforce policies and procedures within the program and the Recreation Aides.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, with both children and adults.
• Maintain required current certifications.
• Complete required forms and paperwork.
• Maintain open lines of communication with necessary…