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Recreation Aide

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Recreation Aide

Salary

$16.76 Hourly

Location

Las Cruces, NM

Job Type

Contract

Job Number

N044 04-25 DM

Department

Parks and Recreation

Opening Date

04/29/2025

Closing Date

5/12/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

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Nature of Work

Provide a variety of general duties related to recreation programs and facilities such as m onitor and oversee activities, facilities, and events , and assists participants to ensure applicable policies, procedures, rules , and safety standards are adhered to and programs are delivered in a safe and effective manner.

Environmental Factors:Work is performed indoors in various recreation facilities and outdoors with exposure to dirt, dust, pollen, odors, water, noise extremes, and all types of weather and traffic conditions. May have exposure to electrical hazards associated with equipment and working in various athletic environments.

Physical Factors:Light physical factors demands, may be required to lift and carry up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Requires the ability to walk, sit, or stand for long periods of time depending on assignment.

Work Situation Factors:Position involves competing demands, performing multiple tasks, working to deadlines, occasional work beyond normal business hours, and responding to customer issues. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services. Position is subject to drug testing in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and City of Las Cruces policies.

FIRST CONSIDERATION MAY BE GIVEN TO CURRENT CITY OF LAS CRUCES EMPLOYEES WHO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS.

Meeting or exceeding the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.

This posting will be used to hire several part-time, contract, non-exempt positions.

This position is graded at CN06

Duties and Responsibilities

+ Participates in the set up and take down of equipment and furnishings to prepare for activities and events; explains and interprets programs, rules, and procedures to participants; demonstrates proper use of equipment to promote safety.

+ Provides timely assistance in person and on the phone; disburses and communicates relevant information and program information to patrons, visitors, employees, and the public; refers inquiries to the appropriate staff to maintain expected levels of customer.

+ Evaluates, assesses, and maintains equipment and facilitates in clean and safe condition in accordance with established procedures to promote safe and esthetically pleasing environments; t racks and maintains inventory of supplies and equipment to ensure availability; prepares, tracks , and maintains required records, forms, and even t calendars in various mediums and formats to ensure records are current and accurate.

+ Provides occasional outreach functions with schools, parents, and the public to promote program activities and coordinate usage of the facilities.

+ Assists in the maintenance, repair, and upkeep of Municipal grounds, buildings, facilities, and athletic fields.

Minimum Qualifications

Equivalent to a High School Diploma and six (6) months experience working in recreation activities, programs, and/or facilities. A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy.

Licenses/Certification s :

Valid driver’s license is required. Position requires an a cceptable driving record in accordance with City of Las Cruces policies .

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of: principles, practices, techniques, activities, rules, and regulations related to the operations and functions of the position and services provided; customer service principles, standards, and methods; occupational and environmental safety and health hazards, and safety practices and procedures ; safe and effective use and maintenance of related tools, materials, and equipment; principles of record keeping and records management; business and personal computers, and applicable software applications; City organization, operations, policies and procedures to effectively perform the required functions and duties of the position.

Ability to: perform a variety of duties and responsibilities and assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands to meet deadlines; ensure appropriate levels of customer service to achieve expectations and meet objectives; read, understand, and assure compliance with a variety of policies, procedures, rules, standards, and regulations governing related activities and functions; collect applicable information and maintain accurate and timely records; communicate effectively orally and in writing and use interpersonal skills to sufficiently exchange or convey information and receive work direction; prepare and present accurate and reliable information and reports; establish and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public; safely and effectively operate relevant tools, equipment, and motorized vehicles; navigate across even and uneven surfaces; timely and accurately enter data and update records using various mediums and formats; take initiative and exercise sound independent judgment within established procedural guidelines and carry out primary r esponsibilities in accordance with all governing regulations, statutes, and procedures to ensure achievement of goals and objectives.

Skills in: reading, understanding, and applying relevant rules, policies, and procedures; effectively managing assignments; responding to inquiries timely and within the scope of delegated authority; responding appropriately, maintaining objectivity and freedom from prejudice, and exercising sound judgment and understanding in all interactions; effectively working independently, or as a team member, in various environments with changing priorities; preparing and presenting various reports, documents, forms, and correspondence; maintaining accurate records, and updating information in various mediums and formats; operating a personal computer with installed generic and specialized software; preparing and presenting information in a clear and concise manner; demonstrating appropriate and effective interpersonal communication and conflict resolution skills; performing highly effective support in assigned areas.

Seasonal/temporary positions are not eligible for City sponsored benefits.

01

Are you a current City of Las Cruces employee? (If you fail to include this information under the work experience section of your application, you may be disqualified from the process).

+ Yes

+ No

02

Do you have, at a minimum, equivalent to a high school diploma(GED)? (If you fail to include this information under the education section of your application, you may be disqualified from the process.)

+ Yes

+ No

03

Do you have at least six (6) months experience working in recreation activities, programs, and/or facilities? (If you fail to include this information under the work experience section of the application, you may be disqualified from the process).

+ Yes

+ No

04

A valid Driver's License is required. Do you have a valid Driver's License?

+ Yes

+ No

05

If you answered "yes" to the previous question above, please indicate the type of license, license number, expiration date, any restrictions or endorsements, and the state that issued the license. If none, type N/A.

06

Previous experience in score keeping may be preferred. Do you meet this preference?

+ Yes

+ No

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Employer

City of Las Cruces

Address

Phone

575-528-3100575-528-3100

Website

http://www.lascruces.gov

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