Recreation Center Jobs in Decatur, GA (NOW HIRING)

Position Information All positions are part-time and located in the Cobb County PARKS Department and may be filled as a Leader or Specialist, depending upon qualifications. Recreation Leader: $17.34/hr. (Grade: 100P) Recreation Specialist: $17.86/hr

(Grade 101P) This position requires working varied hours Monday through Saturday, including nights and weekends. In addition to the essential functions listed below, this position will also be responsible for the proper set up and cleanup of class equipment, disinfecting common areas, and will assist with maintaining restrooms. Please list any experience in any field working with children or an instructor/coach or athlete in the employment history section.

For more information before submitting your application, please call the Gymnastics Center at 770-528-8475. Essential Functions Part-Time Recreation Leader: Teach instructional gymnastics classes on an age appropriate level and through skill progressions. Performs additional functions: take class attendance, prepare class lesson plan, evaluate and recommend to progress to higher levels.

Performs customer service functions: provides information or assistance regarding services, activities on the phone and in person, forms, procedures, fees, or other issues; responds to routine questions and complaints; researches problems and initiates problem resolution; and refers complaints/problems to appropriate personnel. Processes participant registrations, court reservations, tournament registrations, and other scheduled services and events: receives requests for classes, court times, or other scheduled services; reviews registration forms for accuracy and completeness; enters information into online database and calendars; collects and records fees; and maintains related documentation. Prepares facilities according to daily schedule: opens and closes facility; unlocks and locks doors; turns lights on or off; disarms and sets alarm; moves, sets up, and tears down tables, chairs, etc.; and performs routine cleaning duties such as emptying trash, sweeping floors, etc

Maintains attendance and punctuality within customary tolerances for this position. Performs other related duties as assigned. Part-Time Recreation Specialist: Performs customer service functions: provides information or assistance regarding services, activities, forms, procedures, fees, or other issues; responds to routine questions and complaints; researches problems and initiates problem resolution; and refers complaints/problems to appropriate personnel.

Processes participant registrations, court reservations, tournament registrations, and other scheduled services and events: receives requests for classes, court times, or other scheduled services; reviews registration forms for accuracy and completeness; enters information into online database and calendars; collects and records fees; and maintains related documentation. Prepares daily financial reports and deposits: counts monies received; balances cash drawers to system reports; audits transactions to locate and correct any discrepancies; closes out cash drawers; prepares and submits deposit; and maintains related documentation. Promotes recreational programming and events: creates and publishes promotional materials such as schedules, news releases, flyers, brochures, posters, signs, websites, social media posts etc.

Provides administrative support: conducts tours; attends meetings; answers the telephone; prepares attendance and registration reports, memos, correspondence, and other files and records; copies and files documents; enters computer data, etc.; and maintains inventory of supplies, forms and equipment. Prepares facilities according to daily schedule: opens and closes facility; unlocks and locks doors; turns lights on or off; disarms and sets alarm; moves, sets up, and tears down tables, chairs, etc.; and performs routine cleaning duties such as emptying trash, sweeping floors, etc. Organizes, instructs and supervises assigned recreational activities, which may include youth programs, senior programs, special needs programs, fitness programs and classes, after school and summer programs, arts and crafts programs: gathers supplies and equipment; verifies completion of required forms for each participant; teaches classes, clinics, and skills; provides information and direction; performs assessments; and ensures all activities comply with established rules, policies, procedures and safety standards

Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Part-Time Recreation Leader High School Diploma or GED preferred; supplemented by experience in any field working with children or as an instructor/coach or athlete. Part-time Recreation Specialist High School Diploma or GED required, supplemented by vocational or technical training in customer service or related field; supplemented by two years of experience in customer service; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Licenses and Certifications Part-Time Recreation Specialist position require: Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Physical Abilities Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.

Sensory Requirements Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally. Environmental Factors Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions. EEO Statement Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.