Recreation Assistant (SR-11)

Immediate vacancies: Eddie Tam Memorial Center, Lahaina & Lanai: Permanent Part-Time Molokai, Hana, Central & Kihei: Permanent Full-Time

SHIFT MAY VARY, MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ALL SHIFTS, INCLUDING: NIGHTS, WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS.

IMPORTANT: HIRING RATES WILL BE BASED ON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS, THE APPLICANT'S QUALIFICATIONS, AND OTHER RELEVANT FACTORS. Appointment may be made at any rate within the salary range from SR-11C ($3,606) to SR-11E ($3,900) per month.

Performs sub-professional work in organizing, implementing and conducting assigned recreational programs and activities at designated parks, playgrounds and facilities; and performs other related duties as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics :

This class is distinguished by its primary responsibility for organizing, implementing and conducting assigned functions within the framework of established recreational programs or activities.

The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position.

• Assists in organizing, implementing and conducting assigned athletic, cultural, social and recreational activities within the framework of established recreational programs and activities; • Develops plans in consultation with supervisors; • Prepares groups for competitive activities; • Sets up recreation areas for scheduled activities; • Recruits participants and volunteers; • Maintains and controls recreational materials and equipment; • Provides instruction in and officiates sports events such as baseball, volleyball, basketball, football, track, etc.; • Supervises and participates in recreational arts and crafts and hobbies; • May perform manual work in preparing for athletic activities; • May supervise part-time or student employees; • Answers telephone, conveys messages, runs errands and performs other clerical and custodial tasks; • Schedules community use of recreational parks, playgrounds and facilities; • Arranges for or transports groups to various locations; • Performs other related duties as required.

Training and Experience : A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school and one (1) year of experience in public contact, group activities, or participation in sports teams or clubs at the high school level or above.

License Requirement : Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license (equivalent to State of Hawaii Type 3).