Title: 822 - Recreation Attendant - FT
Organization: PARDS: Recreation
Department: Youth Recreation
Location: PARDS Sports Park
Rate of Pay: $13.00
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Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the Athletics Supervisor, the Recreation Attendant will perform duties pertaining to the operations of the Athletics Division by monitoring the athletic facility area and arranging and running all recreational activities. The Recreation Attendant is responsible for ensuring safety through supervision, preparing activities and games, and maintaining the cleanliness of facilities.
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Competencies
• Citizen Value
• Dependable
• Trustworthy
• Effective Communication
• Problem Solving
• Leadership
• Decision Making
• Good judgment
• Safety
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Key Functions/Knowledge/Skills
• Provides exceptional customer service to participants, coaches and parents.
• Sets up and monitors all games, activities, and equipment for patrons of the park and gym facilities.
• Effective communication with our citizens about athletic activities and events.
• Registers or assists our citizens with registration for programs, leagues and events and assists in maintaining registration system.
• Assists in scheduling programs, generating reports, updating league information.
• Assists in resolving participant complaints by recording complaints and referring to the appropriate source, settling disputes if any.
• Flexible and able to adapt to changing circumstances, such as weather conditions or unexpected situations during activities.
• Knowledge of various sports, play and rules is necessary.
• Understand safety protocols and ensure the well-being of participants. This includes knowledge of first aid, CPR, emergency procedures, and risk management.
• Collaborates with department staff, volunteers and external partners to successfully execute programs and events.
• Cleans recreation facilities and performs basic outside maintenance.
• Performs related tasks as necessary.
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Minimum Education & Experience
High school graduate or GED, plus one (1) year of experience.
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Special Certifications & Licenses
Certifications: American Red Cross Adult First Aid/CPR/AED (will be required within 90 days of hire paid for by the City).
Valid Texas Driver’s License.
Independence & Judgement
Average judgement: must recognize and resolve problems such as bad grammar, type of procedure to apply, where to refer call or correspondence without specified destination. May involve freedom in selection of work methods among approved routines, setting of priorities, or sequencing of tasks within established schedules.
Initiative & Ingenuity
Low chance of error because work is routine/repetitive/simple/reviewed carefully; standard procedures: not demanded to come up with creative solutions; refers anything unusual to supervisor.
Supervisory & Responsibility
Does not supervise.
Financial Responsibility
Does not deal with money.
Level & Frequency of Outside Contact
Frequent contact with the public or other organizations; interactions may require obtaining cooperation of people; courtesy and tact are required when dealing with moderately difficult or sensitive issues.
Physical Demands
Light physical effort. May require brief periods of muscular exertion, such as standing, lifting, moving, pulling, pushing, etc. Ability to exert up to 20lbs. of force occasionally to move objects.
Responsibility for Equipment & Property
Responsible for assigned equipment/property used outside of office, use of a City vehicle.
Working Conditions
Fair inside or outside conditions; exposure to outdoor elements is brief.
Other Requirements
The City of Brownsville requires all employees to successfully pass a Drug & Alcohol and a physical examination and a Background Check.
ADA Requirements
The City of Brownsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.
Benefits
The City of Brownsville offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support its employees' well-being and future. Employees participate in a robust retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) City to Employee Matching Ratio 2:1, with eligibility for retirement after 5 years of service at age 60 or 20 years of service at any age.
The City provides exceptional health benefits, including medical, dental, and life insurance plans for employees and their families, along with vision coverage for employees enrolled in health insurance through MetLife. Employees and their dependents can also access care at Frontier Clinic at no cost when covered by the City's health plan. Additionally, pet insurance is available as a voluntary benefit.
Employees have access to deferred compensation plans through Equitable and supplemental insurance options from AFLAC and Colonial Life. Full-time employees accrue 10 sick days and 15 vacation days annually.
The City offers parental leave concurrent with FMLA for eligible employees, longevity pay, and 100% tuition assistance up to $5,000 annually. Furthermore, Brownsville observes 14 holidays per year, plus two floating holidays, giving employees a balanced and rewarding work-life experience.
Starting in fiscal year 2025, employees will have access to flexible scheduling options as part of our commitment to work-life balance.
EEOC Statements
The City of Brownsville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.