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Town Of Windsor Summer Camp Recreation Aide in Windsor, Colorado
Hiring Range: The base/starting wage for this position is $14.47 per hour, which increases based on years of service/experience.
Work Schedule: Varies (weekdays, weekends, evenings)
NATURE OF WORK As a member of the Parks, Recreation, and Culture Division, the individual in this position is responsible for assisting in promoting and overseeing a variety of preschool, youth, and/or young adult activities and classes.
Work hours will vary with each depending on morning and afternoon shifts, approximately 30 - 35 hours per week, not to exceed 40 hours per week. The individual in this position must be available for evening training starting as early as mid-April. Activities when interacting with children may include arts and crafts, field trips, swimming, hiking, gym play, sports, and outdoor games. This temporary employment may be scheduled through the year on a full-time basis depending on the needs of the town but will not exceed six months in length (or 1,040 hours, whichever comes first). This is strictly temporary employment.
Individuals in the position are required to perform work in a manner consistent with and exemplary of the town's PRIDE philosophies and the town's Equal Employment Opportunity policy.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED Individuals work under the direct supervision of the Recreation Supervisor who manages Recreation Programming to carry out assigned duties, functions, roles, and projects in both routine and complex circumstances.
SUPERVISION/LEADERSHIP EXERCISED No supervisory responsibilities or control exercised.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The individual in the Summer Camp Recreation Aide role is assigned specific assignments, job duties, scope, authority, responsibility, roles, and requirements as determined by the town, department, division, and pursuant to law regulations and practices. Individuals in this position must be able to successfully perform, be responsible for, and/or assist in the fulfillment of many job functions and duties, with or without reasonable ac
The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all-inclusive: Assist in implementing classes, activities, and special events. Provide a safe and fun environment in which both participants, as well as parents, feel comfortable. Actively participate in activities attached to the program. Develop positive relations with customers; provide information concerning facility and program(s) to participants and parents. Work is performed in accordance with established procedures and well-defined standard practices requiring some authority to select which methods are applicable in any given situation. All work is reviewed regularly while in progress and upon completion for accuracy and quality. Matters not specifically covered or unfamiliar situations are referred to the supervisor. Assists with monitoring the day-to-day operations of the Community Recreation Center (CRC) or specific program area. Provides assistance for recreation activities such as day camps, sports, games, classes, outdoor activities, and special events. Assists with maintaining the cleanliness of the Community Recreation Center (CRC) or specific program area. Immediately reports all incidents, injuries, and /or unsafe conditions to supervisor. Maintains order amongst participants and spectators and attempts to resolve disputes that arise; arranges support for issues, as needed. Provide corrective action as needed. Assists with the setup and takedown of equipment for facility rentals, activities, or special events. Performs other related duties as assigned. Assists Recreation Coordinator with other tasks and projects as directed. Takes initiative in everyday operations; is proactive when challenges arise. Attend staff meetings, mandatory trainings, and other town events required by program. Provide a fun, safe and supportive environme t for campers to challenge themselves. Be available for the entire length of the program and demonstrate a positive work ethic. Work directly with youth in games, crafts, swimming, and other inventive activities. Performs related work as required and assigned.
OTHER DUTIES Depending on organizational need, additional duties may include the following: Performs research as directed, such as discovering new technology or tools, market research, etc. Performs related duties as established by law/ordinance or reasonably directed by the town. Assists other town departments, as necessary.
Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND FORMAL TRAINING Must be 16 or 17 years of age... for full information follow application link.