Recreation Assistant Ii; Sr

SHIFT MAY VARY, MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ALL SHIFTS, INCLUDING: NIGHTS, WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS.

IMMEDIATE VACANCIES:

Hana

Performs sub-professional work in organizing, implementing and conducting assigned recreational programs and activities at designated parks, playgrounds and facilities; and performs other related duties as required.

These classes are characterized by their responsibility to organize, implement and conduct assigned functions within the framework of established recreational programs or activities.

This level is distinguished by its primary responsibility for organizing, implementing and conducting assigned recreational programs and activities. The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position and are consistent with the class concept.

• assists in organizing, implementing and conducting assigned athletic, cultural, social and recreational activities within the framework of established recreational programs and activities;
• develops plans in consultation with supervisors;
• prepares groups of competitive activities;
• sets up recreation areas for scheduled activities;
• recruits participants and volunteers;
• controls materials and equipment used;
• provides instructions in and officiates sports events such as baseball, volleyball, basketball, football, track, etc.;
• supervises and participates in recreational arts and crafts and hobbies;
• may perform manual work in preparing for athletic activities;
• may supervise part-time or student employees;
• answers telephone, conveys messages, runs errands and performs other clerical and custodial tasks;
• schedules community use of recreational parks, playgrounds and facilities;
• arranges for or transports groups to various locations;
• performs other related duties as required.

A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school and for:

Level II: two years of full-time experience in organizing, instructing or coaching a recreational activity;

Specialized

Experience:

As applicable for specific positions, the experience requirement may be limited to specific recreational areas or activities.

Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license (equivalent to State of Hawaii Type
3).

Practical application of the principles, practices, and techniques of recreational activities; the proper care and maintenance techniques of equipment and facilities; principles and practices of instruction; group behavior; public relations.

stimulate participant interest, enthusiasm and confidence in recreational pursuits; instruct and demonstrate recreational activities; understand and follow oral and written instructions; maintain good working relationships with the staff and public; prepare and maintain records.

Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties.

Physical Effort Grouping:
Light