Salary: $19.58 - $22.52 HourlyLocation : Golden, COJob Type: Part-TimeJob Number: 2025-00022Department: Parks and RecreationDivision: Golden Community Center & Splash Aquatic ParkOpening Date: 02/05/2025Closing Date: ContinuousFLSA: Non-ExemptThe Recreation Assistant - Older Adults will deliver exceptional customer service to older adults by assisting in the planning and implementation of engaging recreational programs and special events. Work closely with the Recreation Supervisor to create a positive and welcoming environment at the Golden Community Center Front Porch. Part-time position, averaging 20 hours per week. JOB SUMMARY Assists Recreation Supervisor - Programs with the operation of the Front Porch program to ensure a safe and inviting atmosphere.General administrative duties including but not limited to: answering phones, scheduling appointments, data entry, routine correspondence, program registrations, etc.Assisting in the planning, organizing, and leading of a variety of recreational activities.Setting up and breaking down equipment and facilities for recreational activities.Interacting positively with participants of all ages and ensuring a friendly and inclusive environment.Assist with SilverSneakers administration including information, registration, pass card renewal and explanation, monthly reports and filing. Ensures a comfortable, safe and clean environment for patrons. Keeps the Front Porch well stocked and tidy. Reminds patrons of facility rules and policies as necessary. Maintains appropriate supply inventories and makes purchases to replenish as necessary.Maintaining records and reports of participation, inventory, maintenance, and other pertinent information.Makes initial contact and coordinate booking information for senior day trips, including, but not limited to, transportation, scheduling with the trip location, meal, hotel, (if included), etc. May be required to go on trip as GCC representative.Monitors communications boards, pamphlet holders ensure current and accurate information is posted for city of Golden programs and resources as well as outside resources.Assist with entering programs in RecTrac.Other duties may be assigned.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Front Porch VolunteersQUALIFICATIONS Must have experience in dealing with the public and possess exceptional customer service skills. Working knowledge of basic computer and office administration skills required. Experience with adults 50+ programming is preferred.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSValid driver's licenseCurrent CPR and first aid certifications or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.LANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of patrons or employees of organization. Professional communication skills and the ability to use them when dealing with customers, volunteers, and staff. Delivers customer service with a smile using courteous, patient, and assertive language.MATHEMATICAL SKILLSAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to understand basic budget and accounting information. REASONING ABILITYAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSValid driver's license.Current CPR and first aid certifications or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment.MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USEDGeneral office equipment including computer, copier, telephone, etc. PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Work environment is predominately inside. Employee may be occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.City of Golden is an Equal Opportunity Employer Part-Time and Seasonal employees may be eligible for some benefits as they relate to the position and department in which they work. Part-Time and Seasonal employees are also eligible to accrue 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked. For more detailed information please refer to the section of our website.01 The hiring rate for this position is $19.58-$22.52 hourly. Are you comfortable with this rate of pay?
02 Will you be at least 18 years of age by date of hire?
03 Will you have a high school diploma or general education diploma (GED) by date of hire
04 Do you have minimum one year customer service experience?
05 Do you have prior cash handling experience?
06 Do you have current CPR, First Aid & AED Certification?
- Yes
- No, but can obtain within 90 days of hire
- No, and cannot obtain within 90 days of hire
07 Do you have experience working with populations of all ages at a recreation facility?
08 Do you have prior knowledge of RecTrac software?
09 This position may require working early mornings, daytime, evenings, weekends and holidays. Are you able to work this schedule?
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