Facilities Recreation Assistant; Part-Time

Grade: SS4 | FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Safety Sensitive Position: Yes
Supervisor

Title:

Facilities Recreation Coordinator

• High school diploma or GED.
• A minimum of six (6) months of experience providing direct customer service in a public-facing environment (e.g., in person, by phone, or via email).
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing, including preparing routine correspondence and interacting effectively with the public, coworkers, and supervisors.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to drive in the state of Minnesota.

OR

• Any satisfactory equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the job proficiently may be substituted for the above requirements.

Under the direct supervision of the Facilities Recreation Coordinator, the Facilities Recreation Assistant is responsible for assisting with recreation scheduling, communicating with park renters, volunteer coordination, and supporting the management and long-term planning of park facilities. Staff support the development of new programs and policies for the City of Mankato through research, data collection and entry, and by providing customer service in person, online, and over the phone.

Our employees are committed to working in an environment that fosters the core values of the City of Mankato – positive attitude, accountability, respect, teamwork, and integrity. We care about making a positive difference in the lives of others. Our work is challenging and has purpose. We listen and engage with each other and our community. We are empowered and trusted to make good decisions that align with the public service principles and core values.

Our organization is committed to investing and developing each other. We will recognize and celebrate our collective achievements and individual accomplishments.

We take pride in investing in our employees. Our team enjoys a supportive work environment that encourages not only success for the community we serve, but for you as well. Come grow your career with us!

• Assists with scheduling athletic rentals using recreation software.
• Supports communication with renters of all park facilities regarding tours, scheduling details, and facility information.
• Supports volunteer coordination by meeting with volunteer groups and assisting with the planning of volunteer events.
• Assists volunteer groups by communicating work locations, work processes, and cleanup expectations as directed by the supervisor.
• Performs pre- and post-rental inspections of park and recreation facilities.
• Supports the delivery of programs and events by providing maintenance and cleaning assistance as directed to meet community needs.
• Supports the management and maintenance of park restrooms as needed.
• Performs work in accordance with safe work practices and promptly reports safety concerns to the supervisor.
• Helps ensure park amenities are safe, clean, and operational, including but not limited to restroom buildings, benches, drinking fountains, signage, and parking lots.
• Works collaboratively to support Facilities Division operations through a variety of support activities, including clerical, maintenance, and organizational tasks.
• Consistently supports the goals and values of the organization and encourages teamwork.
• Provides outstanding customer service to internal and external customers.

• Internally – City Employees
• Externally – General public, partner agencies, vendors, contractors, and individuals utilizing facilities.

• Non-supervisory

• Meets the physical, mental, and work environment demands of the position.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance during scheduled work hours and outside of regular hours as required.
• Communicates and interacts effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, representatives of other organizations, and community members.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or as required.

• Must successfully complete a…