Under general supervision, assists in the supervision of the day-to-day operation of the recreation center and/or nature center.

*This position performs duties deemed to be “safety sensitive" and is therefore subjected to random drug testing under the City’s policies*

• Opens recreation center and gymnasiums; resets alarm systems; opens senior center complex and other buildings.
• Checks patrons in at the recreation center and handles handle payments from those making reservations for facilities, activities, and classes.
• Reserves rooms and shelters for the park.
• Sets up and takes down tables and chairs and sports equipment to accommodate various activities.
• Demonstrates outstanding customer service skills; enrolls customers in classes, gives patrons tours of the facility.
• Ensures the facility is safe.
• Teaches assigned courses within the facility.
• Maintains backup computer tape for information systems concerning server at community center.
• Creates and updates ID cards and pool passes for patrons; maintains files and records; makes room reservations; makes shelter reservations.
• Answers the telephone; provides information or transfer calls to appropriate personnel.
• Photographs each event and activity for the newsletter, Facebook, and as reference for future planning.
• Maintains electronic thermostats, alarm systems, and clocks for various buildings.
• Feeds and waters all the animals at the Nature Center, both inside and out.
• Sanitizes all surfaces including tables and counters, cleans recreation equipment daily, and keeps interior and exterior windows clean.
• Attends monthly staff meetings, and address concerns with supervisors regarding equipment maintenance and membership issues.
• Performs custodial duties; maintains and restocks supplies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requires a High School Diploma or GED equivalent, supplemented by one to two years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must have or have the ability to obtain CPR/First Aid and Bio-hazard training courses immediately upon hire.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

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  Knowledge of relevant city, state, and federal laws, regulations, and policies.
• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of recreation center regulations and guidelines.
• Knowledge of recreation center equipment and facilities.
• Skill in the use of computers and various software programs such as RecTrac.
• Skill in the operation of computers and other types of modern office equipment.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Ability to operate small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
• Ability to operate computers for data entry, word processing and/or accounting purposes.
• Ability to use and maintain complex audio visual equipment.
• Ability to create a curriculum and teach or lead various recreational activities.
• Ability to handle incidents reports and confrontations in a recreation facility.
• Ability to provide a positive customer service attitude towards all people entering the facility.