Viejas Tribal Government is seeking a Recreation Aide. The Recreation Aide will oversee the operation of assigned recreation and sports programs and activities at the recreation center, park, or off-site locations. Assists in the development, implementation, and direction of new and revised activities, special events and programs.
CORE SCOPE OF POSITION
- Assists in planning, organizing and implementing sports and recreation programs, including programs for adult teams, leagues, tournaments, special events, health development, youth outreach, indigenous sports, after school programs for elementary school children, summer camps, and field trips.
- Guides and supervises the work of junior staff, interns, and volunteers to achieve the quality delivery of programs.
- Coordinates events for recreation programs such as ordering supplies and materials, setting up tables and equipment, and arrangement for foods, etc.
- Provides reports on attendance and success of the sport and recreation programs.
- Drives children to or from recreational activities in a Viejas vehicle.
- Ensures that participants follow departmental policies and procedures.
- Maintains recreation center with light housekeeping.
- Assists with the preparation and distribution of recreational program flyers, pamphlets, posters, and other promotional materials.
- Assists all participants and guests with inquiries regarding recreation events and promotions.
- Resolves problems or refers matters to recreation management.
- Complies with applicable governmental laws and regulations.
- Follows departmental policies and standard operating procedures.
- Understands and follows safety guidelines while working in the jobsite.
- Ensures a clean, safe, hazard-free work environment is maintained.
- Performs all related and compatible duties as assigned.
INTERACTION
- Interacts with children, parents, community, and peer groups.
- Establishes and maintains cooperative planning and working relationships with the tribal communities and outlying communities serving the Viejas Indian Reservation.
- Engages in behavior conducive to team building with other staff. Open communication, encouragement, support and tolerance for each other are all essential in our department.
SUPERVISION
- Supervises participants, ensuring their safety and guidance.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
- Associate’s degree in related field preferred.
- Must obtain First Aid/CPR certification within 90 days of employment.
- Valid Driver’s License.
Required Skills
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- General knowledge team sports and sports terminology.
- General knowledge of recreational activities, functions, events and programs.
- Basic computer knowledge, using Microsoft Program (Publisher, Excel, and Word).
- Excellent guest service skills.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong planning, organizational and supervisory skills.
- Demonstrate strong motivational commitment to the organization.
- Ability to deal with diverse personality.
- Ability to work in a fast paced, high activity environment.
- Ability to multitask, self-starter, punctual and able to adjust to change.
- Must be flexible to work different shifts, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Required Experience
EXPERIENCE
- Two or more years of experience working with children, preferably in the area of recreational, physical education and related experience.
- Familiarity with Native American culture preferred.