Seasonal Recreational Aide- Madison Senior Center

Job Title:

Seasonal Part-Time Position at Madison Senior Center

Employer:

City of Madison, Alabama

Salary: $13.13 - $14.49 Hourly

Location:

Madison Community Center, 1329 Browns Ferry Road, Madison, AL

Job Number: 26-00019

Department:
Senior Center

Opening Date: 01/22/2026

Closing Date:
Continuous

General

Position Summary:

The pay range for this position is $13.13 to $14.49 per hour, based on experience. The work location for this position is at Madison Senior Center, located inside the Madison Community Center. This seasonal position may remain open until filled or receipt of sufficient number of applications. Position performs responsibilities as needed within coordinating activities in any city gymnasium, field, court, pool, facility, grounds, camp programs and special events.

Examples of Responsibilities:

• Responsible for checking/securing all building doors/windows, lights are turned on/off when needed in the different areas including gymnasiums, fields, courts, etc.
• Report any damage to facilities, fields or grounds to the appropriate supervisor for repair.
• Observe activities and look for any situation that does not appear normal, investigate source of suspected activities to determine trespassing.
• Supervise the various courts/fields/camp activities/summer camp participants to ensure that the patrons are acting appropriately and not disturbing the other patrons.
• Keep the walking track/courts/fields/playgrounds/facilities clean, including trash pick up, sweeping/mopping areas if needed.
• Responsible for set-up of equipment needed for court/field play/camp activities, special events or meetings.
• Supervise activity at playgrounds/fields/courts/camps to ensure the safety of the participants.
• Employee may also be occasionally called on to assist with other special projects within the Recreation Department.
• Aides will also serve as a positive role model for the camper and/or customers.
• Must communicate and cooperate with all patrons (campers, players, coaches, parents/guardians, co-workers and administration).

Job Conditions:

• Must be 17 years of age or older to serve as counselor or athletics events coordinator.
• Dependability and consistent attendance is required due to program needs.
• Normal working conditions when working inside facilities.
• Job will require flexibility to work all shifts, especially nights and weekends.
• Working outside in various weather conditions.
• Must be available to work during City of Madison school breaks.
• Must be able to work extended hours, weekends, holidays, and other schedules at times with little or no notice, etc.
• Work in an environment where there may be dust, noise, dirt, chemicals, temperature fluctuations, etc.
• Must maintain a strong driving record for city-insurance purpose and record may be periodically checked by the city.
• May be reassigned to other programs by management at any time.

Minimal

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred, or going into at least the 11th grade.
• Strong background record required due to accessibility to employee and city property and children using city parks and facilities.
• Strong work history of dependability and performance.
• Experience working with general public and children highly preferred.
• Experience working in recreational field/education field preferred but not required.

Supplemental Information:

• Verbal skills to communicate information and needs to other workers, employees and supervisor.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with children.
• Ability to work independently without close supervision.
• Knowledge of common safety practices.
• Ability to stay on task and demonstrated initiative in making facilities as clean and professional as possible.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Writing skills and documentation skills.
• Reading skills to understand…