Recreation Aide I

Job Title:

Recreation Aide I 

Department:

Public Works & Utilities

FLSA Status:

Non-exempt

Division:

Recreation

Reports To:

Recreation Manager

Classification:

Part-time 

Requisition:

1710

Salary Range:

$15.16-$21.00/hr.

Opening Date:

Friday, September 4, 2026

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

NATURE OF WORK:  The Recreation Aide is under general supervision and acts as the recreation facility representative and serves as front line contact for enforcement of City policies during scheduled rentals, special events, concessions and functions within facilities. Provides outstanding customer service to all patrons as well as answering the phone, receiving monies for admissions, selling passes, completing program registrations, processing memberships, general filing, cleaning, and other duties as assigned.

Recreation Aide I: $15.16-$21.00/hr.

The Recreation Aide I is the entry-level class in the Recreation Aide series.

Recreation Aide II: 

The Recreation Aide II is the mid-level class in the Recreation Aide series. Duties assigned will be based on past experience. 

Recreation Aide III: 

The Recreation Aide III most advanced level in the Recreation Aide series.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Recreation Aide I: The employee will perform a wide variety of duties including, but not limited to, the following:

• Employee possesses the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform all the essential duties of the job safely and satisfactorily, including, but not limited to municipal governance, teamwork, problem-solving, relationship-building, customer service, detail oriented, technology/equipment proficiency, policy adherence, time management, result-orientation, research and analyzing data, decision-making, self-motivation, stewardship, integrity, and upholding our EDGE core values. 
• Ability to listen to, read, understand, and communicate the English language both orally and in writing so others can understand, such as correspondence, report writing, and emails.
• To support consistent high-quality service for our community and each other, it is the expectation of all employees to be punctual and have good attendance and to communicate effectively for scheduling conflicts or when taking leave according to city policy.
• Assists with the implementation of community-wide special events as assigned.
• Assist with rentals coverage when paired with another Recreation Aide.

Front Desk Duties:

• Responsible for opening and closing City facilities for recreation and rental use.
• Completes a variety of paperwork including daily records, logs, and accident/incident reports.
• Maintains and cleans front desk area, gymnasium, game room, and cardio weight room, and locker rooms.
• Assists with setup/take down of tables, chairs, and equipment for classes, programs, sports activities, and special events.
• Ability to write quality records, reports, and receipts for all admissions, rentals, and registrations.
• Greets guests in-person and over the phone, accepts and processes memberships, and registrations for specific activities. 
• Handles all cash and credit card charges per standard operating procedures.
• Performs frequent walkthroughs of the facility to provide safety and security to all staff and visitors of the community center.

Concessionaire Duties:

• Serves food promptly and accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Stocks and restocks items, as necessary.
• Complies with food-handling and sanitation regulations.
• Thorough understanding of sanitation-related issues. Takes all precautions and preventative measures necessary to ensure a clean food preparation environment.
• Consistently follows all revenue control procedures.
• Handles all cash and credit card charges per standard operating procedures.
• Basic knowledge of food and beverage, including food preparation.
• May be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• As a member of the City of Evans team, employees are privileged to serve each other and the community; therefore, will be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

Recreation Aide II: 

In addition to previous requirements:

Depending on the assignment, the employee may be responsible for or be asked to assist with:

• Assists full-time staff in planning, implementing, supervising, evaluating and promoting various recreation activities
• May assist with interviewing and training staff.
• Knows how to operate and train on recreation software, systems and policies.
• Ability to serve as manager on duty when assigned
• Considerable knowledge of equipment uses, facilities, operations, supplies, and techniques used in community recreation programs. 
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, ordinances and policies.
• Ability to serve a supervisor of concession areas when assigned.
• May be assigned as camp counselor when needed.

Concessions Supervisor:

• Assists in the hiring, training, and scheduling of concession team members. 
• Assists with concession events and ensure that the stand is stocked and staffed.
• Assists in inventory management and control activities.
• Oversees day-to-day operations of the concession stand.
• Serves food promptly and accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures.
• Follows and enforces federal, state, and local regulations.

Front Desk Lead:

• Assists full-time staff in planning, implementing, supervising, evaluating, and promoting various Recreation activities. 
• May assist with interviewing and training staff. 
• Knows how to operate and train employees in AcitveNet Systems.
• May assist with setting up special classes or rentals and is the contact person for all concerns and questions during those events. Enforce capacity limits for rentals and events.
• Aids front desk, maintenance, custodial, athletics, and full-time staff as needed. 
• Considerable knowledge of equipment uses, facilities, operations, supplies, and techniques used in community recreation programs. 
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
• Ability to serve as Manager on Duty when assigned.
• Ability to recognize safety hazards and sanitation issues.
• Ability to operate all assigned tools, safety products, and kitchen equipment. 
• Ability to set up and tear down equipment for scheduled activities and special events.

Recreation Aide III:

In addition to previous requirements:

Depending on the assignment, the employee may be responsible for or be asked to assist with:

Concessions and Rentals Specialist:

• Oversees day-to-day operations of the concession stand, including the schedule for concession team members.
• Supervises, and motivates concession team members. Organizes concession events and ensures that the stand is stocked. Serves food promptly and accurately in a fast-paced environment. Complies with food-handling and sanitation regulations.
• Prepares reports to document accidents and incidents.
• Inputs event data into registration and facility software to ensure accurate and up-to-date information.
• Coordinates with outside agencies on specific programs for associations, leagues and tournaments.
• Creates, coordinates and distributes promotional brochures and information for special events.
• Responds to rental inquiries and conducts facility tours. 
• Assists with processing facility rental agreements for the Evans Community Complex, Riverside Library & Cultural Center, and Riverside Ballfields. 
• Knowledge of principles and philosophy of leisure recreation, sports, recreation programs, special events and facility bookings.
• Ability to interpret, understand and comply with regulations, standards, procedures and laws applicable to the areas of assignment.
• Ability to plan, promote, organize, develop and implement a variety of recreation programs and rentals
• Ability to supervise, direct and train employees.
• Ability to perform duties independently.

Sports Specialist:

• Assists in daily operations by planning, coordinating, scheduling, and implementing recreation and athletic programs and activities for all ages and abilities in one or more programming disciplines.
• Assists with administrative duties as required; establishes registration times, program data entry into the registration system compiles team rosters, and schedules practices and games. 
• Regularly attend various sport practices to provide support and training for all coaches.
• Assists in the recruitment, training, and retention of officials for all sports.
• Assists in recruitment and retention of program participants and coaches through marketing and promotion to the community. 
• Organizes, implements, and helps to oversee the successful running of all sports camps throughout the year. 
• Assists in the ordering, procuring, organizing, and delivery of all program equipment.
• Provides program set-up and tear-down as scheduled.
• Ensures all facilities and playing surfaces are in safe and operable condition.
• Provide supervision at different program sites, indoor/outdoor venues; ensuring all facilities and surfaces are in safe and operable condition; oversees league play.
• Enforces the parent and coaches’ code of conduct. 
• Ensures proper scheduling by monitoring the scheduling of games and staff/officials/umpires. 
• Fills in as an official or umpire for sporting events when needed.
• Assists with programs budgets. 
• Communicates with the Recreation Supervisor on events or situations that require immediate attention by the supervisor.
• Complies with City and Departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of principles and philosophy of leisure recreation, sports, recreation programs, special events, and facility coordination.
• Ability to plan, promote, organize, develop and implement a variety of recreation programs and rentals.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSURE

Recreation Aide I:

Required: 

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Valid Colorado Driver’s License or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Possession of or ability to obtain First Aid/CPR/AED certification within six months of hire.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Experience public/municipal sector. 
• High School diploma or equivalent
• One year of experience in customer service and experience in cash handling.

Recreation Aide II:

In addition to previous requirements:

Required: 

• High School diploma or equivalent. 
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Two years of experience in recreation or related field.
• Two years of experience in customer service and experience in cash handling.

Recreation Aide III:

In addition to previous requirements:

Required:

• Three years of experience in recreation or related field.

PHYSICAL AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT 

*The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, squat, talk. Hear and see. The employee is required to perform lifting 30 pounds.

Employee will work mostly indoors with some events taking place outdoors.

Our Mission

To deliver sustainable, citizen driven services for the health, 
 safety, and welfare of the community.

Our Values

Empower. Deliver. Grow. Engage.

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, and other essential functions expected of an employee and subject to change at any time. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee.

The City of Evans conducts pre-employment physical exams, drug testing, and background investigations as a condition of employment. A positive drug screen test for marijuana will disqualify a candidate from being considered for employment, regardless of whether the use is recreational or medical (red card).

Apply online at www.evanscolorado.gov  City of Evans, Human Resources, 1100 37th Street, Evans, CO 80620.

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