Part-Time Program Aide

About The Role

City of Kingman Program Aide – Part Time Parks and Recreation

• Year 1: $14.80
• Year 2: $15.05
• Year 3: $15.30 (Hire In Range; DOQ)

The City of Kingman is located in Mohave County approximately 100 miles southeast of Las Vegas and 195 miles northwest of Phoenix nestled between the beautiful Cerbat and Hualapai Mountain Ranges along historic Route 66. In 2019, Reader’s Digest named Kingman one of “Nicest Places in Arizona” for its thoughtful residents and spirit of generosity. In addition to its small-town look and feel, the area also offers a wide range of recreational activities that include hiking, bike and ATV trails, camping, golf, beautiful parks, historical attractions, nearby lakes, and the Colorado River.

With more than 400 full and part-time employees across 30 divisions, the City of Kingman provides exceptional public services to over 30,000 residents. Our focus on high‑quality customer service, safety, and teamwork underpins our efforts to foster an atmosphere where citizens and businesses can thrive.

This class is the first level in a three‑level Program series. Incumbents are responsible for performing entry level duties in support of recreational programs. They assist staff in providing recreation programs and activities to youth and adults of the community and in planning activities, preparing facilities for scheduled functions, and supervising participants.

Works under general supervision of department recreational staff.

Exercises supervision of the program participants.

• Minimum of 15 years of age or older.
• Some experience working with youth or adult programs OR
• Any combination of education, experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge and experience to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Some assignments may require a valid Arizona state driver’s license or ability to obtain one. Possession of Cardio‑Pulmonary Resuscitation/First Aid Certification or ability to obtain certification within 60 days of assignment to position.

Essential Functions are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. They are intended to be accurate summaries of what the job classification involves and what is required to perform it.

• Assists the Program Assistant with daily attendance, scheduling and implementation of daily activities, as assigned by the Program Assistant and/or Program Supervisor.
• Assists with organizing activities for recreational programs. Work may include: assisting with the planning, preparing and conducting of activities, games, crafts, field trips, and indoor/outdoor activities. Maintains appropriate discipline and program decorum.
• Greets customers and patrons, responds to inquiries and requests, and provides information, assistance or instruction regarding program policies, procedures, and activities.
• Provides guidance, supervision, care and activities for various program participants and activities.
• Responsible for maintaining communication between staff and participants.
• Prepares equipment, facilities and service areas for daily activities. Stores and secures equipment, facilities or service areas at close of operation.
• Observes all necessary precautions to secure the safety of participants.
• Performs facility supervision and take necessary precautions to maintain the programs and facility in the manner in which they have been designed.
• Maintains order, safety and cleanliness of service areas and equipment by following procedures and enforcing operational rules and regulations. Performs basic cleaning and sanitizing of facilities and program areas.
• Identifies and reports unsafe conditions, assists with general maintenance and/or initiates repair requests.
• Attends all necessary meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Completes written materials such as: daily attendance, accident/incident forms, timesheets, evaluations and other related records and reports.
• Performs general scorebook and time clock operation for…