Recreation Operations Assistant (Recreation)

Parks & Recreation 

Recreation Operations Assistant

Posting Expires: Open Until Filled

Salary Range: $17 - $20/hour  

General Description and Classification Standards:

This position is responsible for assisting with the execution of transportation and meal service responsibilities while ensuring a clean, safe and well-organized environment for patrons during after school programming.

Supervision Received:

Works under minimal supervision; can set own work sequence and pace within process/department limitations

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.

• Work cooperatively with Recreation Center administration and staff.
• Abide by and enforce all State of Georgia and City of Atlanta vehicle operation and safety guidelines.
• Abide by and enforce all meal program rules, regulations and guidelines.
• Perform all duties and responsibilities associated with the implementation and reporting related to the meal program.
• Provide support to recreation center staff, program organizers, volunteers, and/or other participants.
• Assist with equipment set-up and break-down for programs as needed.
• Enforce rules and regulations of recreation center activities to ensure health and safety of patrons.

Decision Making:

Selects from multiple procedures and methods to accomplish tasks. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.

Knowledgeable of all applicable laws, ordinances, policies, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of working with youth.  General knowledge of sports, games, and other recreational activities.

Ability to provide youth leadership in group activities and interact with children. Ability to use independent judgment and discretion in handling emergency situations.  Able to effectively interact with management, employees, members of the general public and all other groups involved in the City’s recreation activities.