The Town of Oro Valley is seeking Recreation Aides to work in the Parks & Recreation Department. Recreation aides provide support to recreation staff to ensure quality delivery of recreation programs. We are currently looking for assistance in the KidZone for child watch services.
- Assists the Department with recreational and/or cultural programs and/or special events as assigned.
- Supervises participants in recreational and/or cultural programs and activities.
- Assists in promoting and providing information to the public regarding recreational and/or cultural activities.
- Sets up, cleans up and maintains designated areas for recreational activities.
- Maintains safe, secure environments for employees, volunteers and participants.
- Enforces game, program and facility rules at Town, school, or other facilities and associated properties.
- Interacts in a helpful, positive way with the public.
- Provides accurate information and responds effectively to public inquiries about programs and facilities.
- Maintains records, files and attendance of participants.
- May supervise young children in a nursery setting.
- Regular, daily attendance is an essential function for this position.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Currently hiring for:
KidZone (child watch services) - Supervises young children in a nursery setting.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: - Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written communication.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow up on work assignments with minimal supervision.
- Knowledge of recreation and/or cultural programs, youth activities and rule interpretation.
- Knowledge of Town and Department policies and procedures.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- No previous education is required.
- One (1) year experience in a recreational or youth activity environment.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Work is performed in an indoor and outdoor environment.
- Work may be performed at various locations.
- Must be able to lift or move up to fifty (50) pounds.
- Regular, daily attendance is an essential function for this position.
