RECREATION ASSISTANT

GENERAL PURPOSE

To perform a variety of routine data entry and clerical and administrative work in support of the Recreation Services office; perform general cleaning tasks on equipment and at various facilities. Enroll customers in programs and membership, and perform sales while handling cash, credit card and checks. Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Employee has no supervisory responsibility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• • Assists in all aspects of recreation, athletic and special event programs.

  • Facilitates on-site supervision of recreation, recreation facilities, athletic and special event programs.

  • Set up, tear down, and cleanup for recreation, athletic and special event programs and activities on and off site.

  • Utilize programming software and conducts an inventory.

  • Perform daily tasks such as cleaning, filing, sorting, answering phones, receiving the public and providing customer assistance.

  • Responsible for but not limited to taking payment for facility rentals, membership sales, sport registrations, recreation activities and other transactions associated with the department.

  • Serves in various roles during recreation, athletic and special events.

  • Responsible for entering data into computer system.

  • Keep essential records and prepare reports as required.

  • Ensure all department bylaws, policies and procedures are followed.

  • Possesses and maintains a valid driver's license and comply with City of Killeen driving policy.

  • Serves as a member of various employee committees, as assigned.

  • Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• • Graduation from high school or equivalent, preferred; and,

  • One (1) year of general office, communications or records management experience, preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• • Working knowledge of the equipment listed below;
  • Ability to maintain confidential information.
  • Ability to effectively meet and deal with the public;
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing;
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
  • Ability to work weekends and evenings.
  • Maintains regular and punctual attendance.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• • Must have a valid driver's license by date of hire.

  • Must obtain and maintain a Texas Driver's License within 60 days of hire.

  • Must be bondable.

  • Must be able to work nights and weekends.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Personal computer, including word processing software, copy machine, fax machine, calculator, telephone, and paper shredder.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

SELECTION GUIDELINES

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.