Recreation Aide/Valley



Job Details

Recreation Aide/Valley
Employer

Douglas County (NV)

Salary

$8.67 Hourly

Location

Recreation Valley - Gardnerville, NV

Job Type

Part Time

Job Number

17/18-00058

Department

Recreation/Community Center

Opening Date

10/16/2017

DESCRIPTION

Continuous recruitment's may close with or without notice.

Valley Recreation (Minden and Gardnerville)

Carson Valley Kid's Club A.M. and P.M. Programs  
6:45-8:45 am 3:00-6:00 pm  M-F
Also to establish an eligibility list.
19 hours or less per week. No benefits.

Responsible for assisting in the conduct of recreation activities at assigned and/or designated recreation facilities.

 

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Assists general public, customers and staff in person, over telephone and by email; answers inquiries and provides general direction related to recreation activities.
  • Assists with preparation and/or leadership of recreation programs and activities, including youth supervision. Leads games and craft activities and interacts with participants; monitors activities of children during recreational trips and/or tours.
  • Inspects facility to ensure youth safety; assists with clean-up of facilities and programs.
  • Prepares supplies and materials for programs and activities and prepares snacks; arranges chairs, tables, and sporting or exercise equipment in designated rooms or other areas for scheduled group activities; operates audiovisual equipment, as needed.
  • Participates in training opportunities and attends staff meetings.
  • Welcomes participants to program and greets parents when needed.
  • Receives, stores, and issues sports equipment and supplies.
  • Keeps attendance records or scores at events; monitors spectators and participants at special events to ensure orderly conduct.
  • Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
  • Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
 
Education and Experience:
Previous experience specifically working with children; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that could provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform job duties.  Must be at least sixteen (16) years of age at time of employment.

Required Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of:
 

  • Basic arithmetic.
  • Correct English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
  • Basic record keeping practices.
  • Recreation activities.
  • Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment.
  • Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, often in situations which may be stressful.
 
Skill in:
 
  • Performing office support work.
  • Leading children in recreational activities.
  • Maintaining accurate office files.
  • Customer service.
  • Assembling pamphlets, reports, forms and other documents.
  • Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
  • Establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with staff, coworkers, and the public.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:
  • Current valid Driver's License.
  • First Aid and CPR certification within six (6) months of date of employment.
  
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
Mobility to work in a typical recreational setting; agility to participate in recreational activities; strength to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.                                        

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
  • Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
  • Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background/screening.
  •  Douglas County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.  All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment.  Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made.

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01
Are you at least 16 years of age?
  • Yes
  • No
02
What is your highest level of completed education?
  • High School Diploma not attained as of yet.
  • High School or GED
  • Associates/Vocational Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Other Related Degree
  • None of the Above
03
How many years of experience in coaching or leading recreational activities do you possess?
  • Less than 6 months
  • 6 months - 1 year
  • 2 - 3 years
  • 4 - 5 years
  • 5 or more years
  • No experience
04
Do you have experience in anyone of the following?
  • Recreation
  • Child Care
  • Education/Teaching
  • None of the above
05
Are you willing to work at various school locations?
  • Yes
  • No
06
Do you hold current any of the following certifications?
  • First Aid
  • CPR
  • AED
  • None of the above
07
Please describe your experience working with children and list dates of employment and employers. See resume not acceptable.
08
What hours are you available to work?
  • Morning Program 6:45-8:45 a.m.
  • Afternoon Program 2:45-6:00 p.m.
  • Both Morning & Afternoon Programs
  • None of the above
09
The position requires candidate to be able to lift and maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 20 pounds with proper equipment. Are you able to meet this requirement with or without accommodation's.
  • Yes
  • No
10
Briefly describe why are you interested in working this part time position with the Recreation Department.

* Required Question

Employer
Douglas County (NV)
Address
P O BOX 218

Minden, Nevada, 89423
Phone
(775) 782-9860

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