Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Hourly Wage: $12.07 - $13.65
Dependent on experience and qualifications.
Part-Time, Non-Benefited
Must be available evenings and weekends.
The City of Laramie is seeking a Recreation Program Specialist to perform a variety of skilled duties at the Laramie Community Recreation Center. This position works under the supervision of Recreation Program Staff to assist with programs and projects, organize events, assist patrons, answer public inquiries, instruct program participants, guide projects, and manage games.
Duties and Responsibilities:
This position will include scorekeeping and gym supervision during the youth basketball season.
Provide excellent customer service to patrons and program participants.
Work with Recreation Staff to provide quality programs and activities, and manage setup, teardown, and cleanup for assigned programs.
Works with Recreation Program staff to support general recreational programming as assigned.
Monitor the behavior of patrons and program participants to ensure safe, respectful conduct in the facility, enforcing policies and rules as appropriate.
Qualifications and Requirements:
A combination of the following experience and training would be qualifying.
Must have excellent customer service skills.
Must be able to work effectively in a team environment; work well under general supervision; communicate verbally; and work well in a dynamic, often busy environment.
Must possess computer knowledge and skills.
First aid and CPR/AED certification are required (training will be provided for the successful candidate).
Preferred Qualifications:
Working knowledge of recreational activities.
Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to recreational activities.
Understanding and experience working with the general public, including parents and children, seniors, and interest groups.
Demonstrate ability for self-motivation.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, customers, and the general public; ability to create and sustain enthusiasm in the workplace.
High school diploma or its equivalent.
Working Conditions:
Ability to sit, stand, swim, walk, kneel, crouch, squat, stoop, reach, crawl, twist, climb, balance, lift 50 lbs., occasionally push or pull 100 lbs., and have far and near acuity.
The work environment includes exposure to noise, outdoor conditions, a confining workspace, chemicals, dust, mechanical and electrical hazards, blood-borne pathogens, body fluids and tissues, and diseases.
Traveling to various work locations.
Applicants who are offered appointments will be required to pass a drug screening, a comprehensive background investigation, and a driver’s license check.
The City of Laramie is an EEO/ADA employer and a smoke-free workplace.
