Recreation Assistant

5 months ago

Hamilton, Canada City of Hamilton Full time

The Healthy & Safe Communities Department is committed to its people and is dedicated to building a strong and healthy community. We are passionate about making a difference and are recognized for our excellence. We offer a respectful and supportive workplace that provides life-long learning opportunities, leadership, innovation and performance excellence.

**SUMMARY OF DUTIES**

Reporting to the Recreation Supervisor or designated person, the Recreation Assistant is responsible for the implementation and delivery of recreation programs, (both gym & club) at the individual centres. Assists and act as a resource for both public and instructional programs including rentals at their scheduled recreational facilities. Recreation Assistants also perform opening and closing duties for facilities according to City of Hamilton policies and procedures.

**GENERAL DUTIES**

Oversees and delivers quality programs to the public and assists full time staff in program development.

Opens, closes and maintains security of facility. Performs opening and closing duties as required.

In absence of full time staff, ensures assignment and completion of shift tasks for part time staff, provides leadership and support to part time staff and reports staff feedback to supervisor.

Sets-up and takes down equipment; ensures program spaces are set up and ready for programs. Inspects, maintains equipment for use in program and takes down/puts away equipment after program. Corrects and/or reports deficiencies and needed repairs to Supervisor and maintains safe environment for patrons by minimizing hazards (snow, wet floors, signage).

Promotes leisure programs and special events through flyers, newsletters.

Completes facility inspection check list daily. Completes event and situational forms (as required).

Work in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.

Perform other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

1. Previous experience related to duties listed above normally acquired through a combination of education and relevant work experience. A Recreation leadership program from a recognized Community College program would be preferred.

2. Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in written form and provide sensational customer service. A second language and the ability to sign are also an asset.

3. Knowledge of recreational programming and community volunteerism is an asset.

4. Must be computer literate and have a working knowledge of office equipment. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office XP (Outlook, Word and Excel). Desktop publishing skills is also an asset.

5. Must possess and maintain current Standard First Aid and CPR C Certification.

6. High Five Training and other leadership certification or training would be considered an asset.

NOTE 2: As a condition of employment, the successful applicant(s) will be required to obtain a satisfactory Criminal Reference Check or Vulnerable Sector Screening, at their own expense, prior to beginning work in this position.

THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR THIS POSITION AND THE WORKPLACE

Disclaimer:
**Terms**:
The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.

We invite you to visit the departmental webpage to obtain further information on the culture and business of this department.

The incumbent shall comply with all Health and Safety Policies and Practices for this position and the workplace.

The statements made by me are true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification of statements, misrepresentations, deliberate omission or concealment of information may be considered just cause for discipline, up to and including termination for internal applicants and disqualification for external applicants.

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