Program Assistant, Senior (Walltown) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/durhamnc/jobs/newprint/4399723) Apply Program Assistant, Senior (Walltown) Salary$18.90 - $21.28 HourlyLocation Durham, NCJob TypePart Time w/o benefits (Less than 20 hours per wk)Job Number24-04784DepartmentParks and RecreationOpening Date02/22/2024Closing Date3/7/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
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Position DescriptionWork. Serve. Thrive. With the City of DurhamAdvance in your career while making a real difference in the community you serve. A nationally accredited team of passionate professionals devoted to building better lives and a better community through the power of parks and recreation. Our talented team at Durham Parks and Recreation (https://www.dprplaymore.org/27/ABOUT-US) is devoted to community service and provides a diverse range of programs, services, opportunities, and experiences while being united through our core pillars of creating equitable economic impacts; advancing conservation; rejuvenating health and wellness; enhancing quality of life and sustaining social equity. Hourly Rate: $18.90Workdays/Times: Monday-Friday 9:00am-1:00pm -OR- 5:00pm-9:00pm Saturdays 9:00am-1:00pmWalltown Park Recreation Center is seeking a new team member with experience leading activities, supervising recreation programs, and planning and executing special events! A strong candidate will have the administrative skills to handle the daily operational tasks for the facility and the ability to provide a great level of customer service to our patrons. In this position you will have the opportunity to work with staff to come up with new ideas for programs, develop plans based on community feedback, and solely lead high quality programs for participants of all ages. If you are into fitness, good with arts and crafts, or knowledgeable about trending hot program topics in the community, we are particularly excited to hear from you and learn what you have to offer. Position assists in the development and implementation of diverse indoor and outdoor recreational programs for the City to meet community needs. Incumbent assists in the planning, organization, and supervision of various athletic, cultural, and recreational activities, opens and closes facilities, monitors facilities for rentals, and leads athletic and cultural activities. Responsibilities include organizing positive alternative and preventive education projects; maintaining discipline; registering participants and collecting fees; coordinating, analyzing, and utilizing a variety of reports and records; and maintaining partnerships with local schools, non-profit organizations, and private entities. Incumbent may assist supervisor in training, assigning, supervising, and evaluating other part-time recreation staff and volunteers. Incumbent must be available to work varying hours, including evenings and weekends. Duties/Responsibilities
Monitors and supervises various recreational activities in multiple spaces simultaneously.
Develops and implements programs for diverse groups, determines demographics and objectives, and sets the time and date the program will be offered.
Researches and gathers resources for programs, maintains inventory, and orders supplies.
Oversees facility operations and maintenance, opens, and closes the facility, and supervises field rentals.
Ensures participants and patrons have an exemplary customer service experience by addressing questions, answering phone calls, and assisting with requests.
Becomes well-versed in department structure and offerings to give accurate and correct information for any inquiry and direct patrons to appropriate staff members.
Enters data such as user information and program registrations into the Active.net recreation software system.
Maintains division records, prepares contracts, vendor forms, time sheets, attendance reports, calendars, and may assist in developing and proposing operating budgets.
Prepares a daily cash report, obtains needed staff signatures, and prepares collected funds for deposit.
Performs safety and security inspections and submits necessary work order requests to supervisor.
Completes accident and incident reports for staff and participants.
Collaborates with law enforcement to promote safety and security in the facility, determines when to conduct drills and initiates lockdown procedures as needed.
Conducts assigned surveys for program evaluation.
KNOWLEDGE OF: -Group recreational planning.-Philosophy and objectives of group recreation and physical education.-Community awareness and dynamics.-Relevant technology and office machines.-Best practices for handling money.SKILL IN:-Interacting positively with the public.-Communicating effectively with varied age groups including teens and seniors.-Planning and coordinating recreational activities and events.-Behavior management and conflict resolution.-Organization and facility management.-Participating in community outreach.-Exercising initiative and good judgment.-Report writing and record keeping.-Cash handling.Minimum Qualifications & Experience
High School diploma or equivalency (GED, HISet, TASC).
Two (2) years of experience working with diverse groups in a recreational setting, supervising activities, and providing customer service.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Valid North Carolina Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record.
Valid Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED – with Anaphylaxis and Epinephrine Auto Injector Certification within six months of hire.
Additional Preferred Skills
Experience with developing and implementing recreational programs.
Comfortable leading programs independently.
Able to communicate through email and text messages.
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Do you have a valid, unrestricted, North Carolina driver's license "or" if you currently have another state driver's license, are you willing to obtain a valid NC driver's license within 60 days of hire?
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Please select your highest level of COMPLETED education.
Less than a High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED, HiSET, TASC)
High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED, HiSET, TASC)
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PhD or Juris Doctorate
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Are you 21 years of age or older?
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How many years of experience do you have working with diverse groups in a recreational setting, supervising activities, and providing customer service?
No related experience
Less than 1 year of experience
1 year but less than 2 years
2 years but less than 5 years
5 years or more
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Do you have a valid Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED – with Anaphylaxis and Epinephrine Auto Injector Certification "or" if hired, are you willing to obtain within the first six months of employment?
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I . . . . . (check all that apply)
am comfortable leading programs independently.
am able to communicate through email and text messages.
have experience with developing and implementing recreational programs.
am knowledgeable in leading arts and crafts, computer, athletic, and/or STEM programs.
I have none of the above.
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