Recreation Assistant

Description

This position provides candidate with an interest in aquatics, recreation, parks or related fields, an introductory experience into the administration and implementation of aquatics, recreation and parks.

The goal of this position is to assist the Facility Coordinators in supervising the aquatics staff/programs, as well as learning the basic functions of recreation/aquatic facilities. There will be many other opportunities to gain insight into the daily functions of the facility.

 Pay Rate: Minimum wage to $15 per hour, commensurate with employee’s experience. 

Requirements

Candidates will have the opportunity to assist with the supervision, planning and management of the day-today operation of the Splash Zone; Assist with development and revision of training methods for lifeguards, including aquatic procedures and in-service trainings; Learn pool chemistry and safety around aquatic facilities; Provide direct oversight of outdoor pool; Assist in programming efforts relating to the facility; Perform facility checks as they relate to aquatics; Gain a better understanding and help lead recreation/aquatic programming including youth and adult team sports /tournaments; Other projects and tasks as assigned. Must be able to work nights and weekends.

• Red Cross Lifeguard Certification or willing to get certified upon hire.
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skillsExcellent customer service
• Degree path toward a Parks and Recreation field preferred but not required.

Must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license. New employees must satisfactorily complete a background check. Lorain County Metropolitan Park District policy prohibits hiring new employees who are tobacco users.

Lorain County Metro Parks is an equal-opportunity employer.