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City of Las Vegas

NV · On-site

$14/hr

... Recreation & Cultural Affairs department invites applications for Assistant. This is an hourly ... the programs and facility). Hourly employees are also limited to 1,560 hours of work in any 18 ...

City of Las Vegas

NV · On-site

$15/hr

... Recreation & Cultural Affairs department invites applications for Sr Assistant. May include, but ... Willing and Able to provide daily on-site program guidance, safety, and staff support. Able to ...

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What are some common challenges faced by recreation program assistants, and how can they be managed?

Recreation Program Assistants often juggle multiple tasks such as setting up activities, coordinating with participants, and handling unexpected schedule changes. One common challenge is managing groups with diverse interests or needs, which requires flexibility and strong communication skills. Building rapport with participants and maintaining clear, proactive communication with supervisors and team members can help address these challenges effectively. Additionally, being adaptable and staying organized are key to ensuring programs run smoothly and participants remain engaged.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a recreation program assistant?

To thrive as a Recreation Program Assistant, you need knowledge of recreational activities, basic event planning, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with scheduling software, registration systems, and safety protocols is often expected. Strong interpersonal skills, creativity, and the ability to work well with diverse groups help you engage participants and support team efforts. These abilities are crucial for ensuring successful, safe, and inclusive recreation programs that meet community needs.

What is a recreation program assistant?

Recreation Program Assistants are professionals who help organize, implement, and supervise recreational activities and programs for community centers, parks, schools, or other organizations. They work under the direction of recreation coordinators or supervisors and assist with planning events, leading games or activities, and ensuring participants' safety. Their goal is to create engaging, enjoyable experiences for people of all ages while promoting health, wellness, and community involvement.

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Infographic showing various Recreation Program Assistant job openings in Nevada as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

HOURLY - Assistant (Recreation)

City of Las Vegas, NV

Las Vegas, NV • On-site

$14/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Salary: $14.00 Hourly
Location : City of Las Vegas, NV
Job Type: Hourly
Job Number: HRLY2026
Department: Parks Recreation and Cultural Affairs
Opening Date: 08/05/2025
Closing Date: 8/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: HRLY
About the Position
Career Opportunity:
The city of Las Vegas Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs department invites applications for Assistant. This is an hourly entry-level, part-time position. Scheduled hours for this position are limited to 19 hours or less per week (Shift will vary based on the needs of the programs and facility). Hourly employees are also limited to 1,560 hours of work in any 18 month period.
Supervision Received
Receives general supervision from higher-level classified, supervisory or management staff.
The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list for current and/or future openings which may include part-time positions.
SELECTION PROCESS:
The selection process will include a review of all applications with only the most qualified participating in an interview. Final candidate selection will include hiring interview (if applicable). Any individual offered employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test and complete background check. Some positions may require preliminary background checks.
NOTE: Eligible applicants will be contacted via phone or e-mail only if moving forward to the interview process. If you are not contacted, your application will remain active for a period of four (4) months.
Example of Duties
Essential Functions:
  • Provides general assistance to facility staff including all full-time employees, senior or lead hourly staff and program/class instructors. Duties include, but are not limited to set-up and tear-down of event/programming equipment, general clerical duties, preparation of food or beverage items, preparing supply requests and cleaning of areas and equipment within the facility or around the perimeter of the facility. This also includes assisting any events/programming units, Floyd Lamb Park or mobile recreation units.
  • Customer service duties which include, but are not limited to interacting with customers/participants in-person or over the phone, using registration software to register participants in classes, programs or events, creating customer accounts, taking payments, preparing deposits, distributing promotional materials such as flyers and brochures, and referring disgruntled/upset customers to full-time staff.
  • Monitoring duties which include, but are not limited to monitoring or reporting inappropriate behavior of participants to full-time staff, inspecting the facility or facility's equipment for safety concerns and reporting any concerns to full-time staff, reporting any accidents, incidents or injuries to full-time staff, ensure participants have checked-in at the front desk and ensuring safe/proper use of facility equipment. This also includes assisting in monitoring guests or safety concerns at any events/programming units, Floyd Lamb Park or mobile recreation units.

Minimum Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Minimum 16 years of age
  • Need to maintain the physical agility necessary to demonstrate and maintain sports and other recreational games/activities, move and maintain equipment and other physical activities as needed to provide the safety, welfare and security necessary.
  • Formal and informal education or training which ensures ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance
  • When assigned to Adaptive Recreation, must have experience in working with people with disabilities and the associated behaviors.
  • First Aid/CPR and AED certifications are preferred, but not required
  • Basic computer skills required
  • Cash handling skills are desirable, but not required
  • Spanish/English bilingual desirable, but not required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Competencies:
Core Workforce Competencies
Professionalism - Demonstrates core values by being honest, respectful and positive.
Effective Communication - Expresses verbal and written thought in a clear and understandable manner.
Customer Focus - Demonstrates genuine concern and satisfies external and/or internal customers based on the CLV core purpose and values.
Adaptability - Able to effectively modify behavior to suit changing workforce demands.
Problem Solving - Solves problems by considering all causes, solutions and outcomes.
Productive Partnerships - Develops, maintains and strengthens partnerships with others.
Technical and Safety Expertise - Possesses a depth of knowledge, skill and ability in a technical (job) area.
This job classification is not eligible for benefits.
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A requirement of the Assistant position is that you are at least 16 years of age. Do you meet this requirement?
  • Yes
  • No

02
Some areas may require employees to interact with individuals with disabilities and associated behaviors. Do you have experience in this field?
  • Yes
  • No

03
If you answered "Yes" to Question #2, describe your experience in working with individuals with disabilities and associated behaviors. Type N/A if you do not have any related experience.
04
Are you bilingual (English/Spanish)?
  • Yes
  • No

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Are you able to maintain the physical agility necessary to demonstrate and maintain sports and other recreational games/activities, move and maintain equipment and other physical activities as needed to provide the safety, welfare and security necessary?
  • Yes
  • No

06
Duties include routine public contact or customer service experience. Do you have this experience?(If yes, please be sure this information is reflected in the Work Experience section of your application)
  • Yes
  • No

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A requirement for this position is knowledge of basic computer skills such as Microsoft Office, Internet, etc. Do you meet this requirement?
  • Yes
  • No

08
Do you have formal and informal education or training which ensures ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance?
  • Yes
  • No

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Please check all boxes that best describe your experience with basic computer systems and programs: (if no, please mark "I do not have the above experience")
  • Operating systems (Windows and MacOS)
  • Office suites (Microsoft Office, G Suite)
  • Presentation Software (PowerPoint, Keynote)
  • Spreadsheets (Excel, Google Drive)
  • Communication and collaboration tools (Microsoft Teams, WebEx, Skype)
  • Email (Microsoft Outlook, Gmail)
  • Internet (Google, Social Media)
  • I do not have the above experience

10
Do you have cash-handling experience? (If yes, please be sure this information is reflected in the Work Experience section of your application)
  • Yes
  • No

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Please select your preferred work location(s):
  • Centennial Hills Community Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive, 89131 (Northwest)
  • Chuck Minker Sports Complex, 275 N. Mojave Road, 89101 (East)
  • Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 Cimarron Road, 89149 (Northwest)
  • Doolittle Senior/Community Center, 1950 N. J St., 89106 (East)
  • Dula Community Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, 89101 (East)
  • East Las Vegas Community Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave., 89101 (East)
  • Floyd Lamb Park and Pop-Up Recreation, 9200 Tule Springs Road, 89131 (Northwest)
  • Howard Lieburn Senior Center, 6230 Garwood Ave., 89107 (Central)
  • Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Ave., 89107 (Central)
  • Municipal Pool, 431 E. Bonanza Road, 89101 (East)
  • Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive, 89144 (West)
  • Stupak Community Center, 251 W. Boston Ave., 89102 (East)
  • Veterans Memorial Community Center, 101 N. Pavilion Center Drive, 89144 (West)
  • No preference

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If your preferred location was not listed, please provide that information here:
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Please indicate your work availability:
  • Monday
  • Tuesday
  • Wednesday
  • Thursday
  • Friday
  • Saturday
  • Sunday
  • 6 a.m. - 9 a.m.
  • 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • 12 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
  • 2 p.m.- 6:30 p.m.
  • 6:30 p.m.- 9:30 p.m.
  • Open availability

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