Recreation Attendant-Sports & Programs

Recreation Attendant – Sports

Under the direct supervision of the Recreation Coordinator(s) – Sports & Programs, this position provides support and leadership in the operations of sports and programs. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in various sports and have worked in youth and adult programming. This part‑time position will work at least 10 hours a season and up to 25 hours in a week.

The Recreation Attendant – Sports must be available to work afternoons, nights, and weekends, and at various times depending on programs. Candidates must be 16 or older to apply.

• Ensures programs are running smoothly and effectively by helping make sure that youth, adults, staff, spectators, and officials receive the proper communication and guidance for each program.
• Ensure a welcoming, safe, and positive environment by receiving and greeting individuals courteously and helping resolve any issues in a timely manner.
• Assist with programs by learning how to lead and best support the participants in those programs with coaching and support.
• Assist with set‑up of programs by arriving at the designated time to prepare for programs as directed.
• Supervise programs actively to ensure a safe, positive, and fun environment is being maintained for all participants, spectators, staff, and officials – intervening when necessary to resolve conflicts and contacting appropriate supervisors.
• Supervise programs independently and problem‑solve issues as they arise.
• Be knowledgeable and enforce Berthoud Recreation policies and procedures to take care of facilities and equipment appropriately.
• Show flexibility and be able to work nights, holidays, and weekends.
• Assist with special events.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1–2 years of customer service skills, a pleasant personality, and passion interacting with participants and the public preferred.
• Experience in various sports activities preferred.
• Experience working with youth, especially in programming environments preferred.
• Ability to perform multiple functions at once and handle the public in a friendly and professional manner.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively verbally; establish and maintain working relationships with employees and the public.
• General understanding of a recreational atmosphere and administrative duties required to perform this job successfully.

• Proficient with general office software, including word processing and spreadsheets. Basic understanding of scheduling software is required to record time worked.

• Must possess a valid Colorado Driver’s License.
• Current CPR/First Aid/AED Certification or must acquire certification within 3 months of hire.

• Work may be performed indoors or outdoors. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions during program oversight and evaluation.
• The employee may regularly travel to and from various locations throughout the Town of Berthoud to complete job responsibilities and tasks assigned.
• Noise level in the work environment may be loud at times, with frequent interruptions and frequent contact with members of the public.

• Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.