Recreation Aide III

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Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Recreation Aide

Department

Department Campus Life

Department Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director of Student Life the Game Room Aide is a leader within the game room program who must show a high level of commitment for its success. Rec Aides will supervise the game room attendants and be responsible for implementing the various programs.

Though all game room staff members are still allowed to participate in game room activities, employment may require the individual to make working a priority over participating in the program. In addition to the Game Room responsibilities Rec Aides will also be responsible for seasonal intramural sport officiating and programming, and student events and activities. Intramural Sports Officials are responsible for providing an atmosphere of fun in a competitive, yet safe, environment.

Officials must be able to implement Intramural Sports policies and playing rules in order to maintain an appropriate level of control, fairness, and safety. Responsibilities at student events will vary from checking in students to enforcing rules and regulations for a fun and safe setting. Hours vary but may include day shifts, nights and/or weekends.

General Job Description

Job description may include technical and specialized duties requiring a high skill level in oral and written communications, critical thinking, initiative, and independent work requiring knowledge of theory, practices and procedures of the assigned area.
Skills and/or Duties:

• Analyzing data

• Preparing records

• Writing reports

• Creating videos

• Managing confidential information

• Maintain regular attendance

• Perform other job duties as assigned

Specific Duties

• Be on time and ready to work when scheduled and responsible.
• Assist In recruiting, hiring, training, scheduling, supervising, and evaluating game room attendants
• Maintain an updated inventory of video games, systems, equipment, and supplies
• Monitor the game room while on duty
• Check out games, controllers, and other equipment to participants
• Keep the game room neat and organized
• Notify supervisor of any equipment or repair needs
• Submit timely marketing requests for upcoming programs
• Respond to emergency situations according to level of first responder training
• Attend regular Campus Recreation leadership staff meetings
• Conduct regular Game Room staff meetings
• Keep an accurate record of hours worked and submit time-sheet when due
• Assist with pre and post game logistics and administrative functions.
• Assist with preparation and inspection of…