at City of Wichita in Wichita, Kansas, United States
Job Description
The City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer.
Distinguishing Features of Work
This entry-level, seasonal, or part-time position offers a dynamic opportunity to support a variety of recreational programs and activities at Recreation Centers, the Tennis Center, Watson Park, or within the Athletics Division. Recreation Aides are the friendly faces of public service, engaging with the community through customer service, class instruction, concessions, and event setup. This role is perfect for individuals seeking to make a meaningful impact while gaining hands-on experience in a fun and energetic environment. Direct supervision is provided to support the growth and success of employees in this role.
Locations:
- Arthur B. Sim Golf Course
- MacDonald Gold Course (840 N Yale St)
- OJ Watson Park (3022 S McLean Blvd)
- Tex Consolver Golf Course (1931 S Tyler)
**Posting may close at any time**
Examples of Work Performed
- Specific duties depend on actual work location and activities.
- Serves customers at concession counter.
- Receives and disburses cash.
- Prepares and handles food.
- Stocks concession products.
- Performs basic equipment maintenance.
- Supervises children, organizes and leads games and assists with class instruction.
- Officiates or keeps score for sports activities.
- Performs basic custodial duties.
- Sets up and takes down building furnishings and arrangements.
- Completion of work assignments may require operation of a vehicle.
- These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.
- Other job-related duties may be assigned as needed.
Requirements of Work
- Knowledge of basic functions of arithmetic.
- Ability to count money and make change; and use a computer to access, interpret and record information.
- Ability to accept and respond to a steady volume of requests for information and/or service, both in person and over the
- telephone.
- Ability to lift and carry stacks of boxes or other loads weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to teach students who have a wide variety of experience and aptitude.
- Ability to communicate orally clearly and effectively.
- Able to maintain effective working relationships with associates, participants and the public.
- Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas Driver's License.
- An employee will not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of a criminal record check.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following links:
https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf (Download PDF reader)
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf (Download PDF reader)
https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/eppac.pdf (Download PDF reader)
