Job Details

SUMMARY

The Recreation Aide is responsible for executing and supporting general and planned recreational activities, sports programs and assisting with upkeep and maintenance of the Sports Complex and grounds.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Although other duties may be assigned, the essential duties include the following:

• Motivate and interact with elders and youth groups in a friendly manner
• Instruct and coordinate various sports and culture programs
• Handle fast paced environment
• Working directly Event/Sports Coordinator and Director on assignments as needed
• Attend training as requested by Coordinator and/or Director
• Assist in the duties of maintaining building, grounds and equipment

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work flexed schedules including some weekends and evenings
• Some knowledge of traditions in the Indian culture
• Willing to participate in training program

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Employee should be in good physical health and the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance, stoop kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is required to talk and hear. This employee may lift or move objects up to 40 pounds, participate in physical, strenuous activities, and must have specific vision abilities that include close vision and distance vision. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• This environment will present a noisy and active workspace, and will include games, sports and activities involving youth.

EDUCATION:

• HS Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required. Student workers with parental permission, work permits, and appropriate GPA may qualify.

EXPERIENCE

1-2 years good interpersonal skills important. Knowledge of the Native American culture and traditions helpful.