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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $25.12 - $30.57
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Job Description
Brooklyn Center is a vibrant and diverse city known for its commitment to community engagement and public service. As part of the Minneapolis metropolitan area, Brooklyn Center offers a rich cultural environment and a supportive atmosphere for both residents and employees. The city’s Recreation Department plays a vital role in fostering a welcoming environment through diverse programs and events that cater to all age groups and interests. The department is focused on providing inclusive, accessible, and high-quality recreational opportunities to enhance the quality of life for the community members. It prioritizes not only the health and wellness of its residents... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
- High school diploma
- Bachelor’s degree in recreation, education, or closely related field OR two years of post-secondary education and three years of year-round job experience in recreation OR two years of post-secondary education and five years of seasonal job experience in recreation
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification or willingness to obtain within the first 3 months of employment
Job Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years old
- High school diploma
- Bachelor’s degree in recreation, education, or closely related field OR two years of post-secondary education and three years of year-round job experience in recreation OR two years of post-secondary education and five years of seasonal job experience in recreation
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification or willingness to obtain within the first 3 months of employment
- First Aid/CPR certification
- Water Safety Instructor certification
- Experience working with persons with special needs and/or disabilities
- Experience working with recreation software programs and social media platforms
- Second language proficiency (Spanish, Hmong, Somali)
Job Duties
- On-deck supervision of swim lessons
- Run 2-3 in-service trainings a month
- Willingness to cover lifeguard or WSI shifts as needed
- Assist in the hiring process of aquatic staff, making recommendations for personnel actions as appropriate
- Develop and lead at least 1 main aquatics event yearly
- Attend all aquatics special events and Recreation Department events as needed
- Consult with Aquatics Supervisor or other officials to review operations/activities, review/resolve problems, receive advice/direction, and provide recommendations
- Remain current in all certifications
- Attend meetings as needed
- Provide administrative support to both park and recreation program manager and aquatics supervisor
- Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word and Excel)
- Assist Recreation Managers/Supervisors to provide leadership, work direction, schedules, communication and on-site supervision for part-time/seasonal staff, contractual staff and volunteers
- Organize the planning of events, trainings, meetings, ongoing coaching and evaluations
- Supervise, lead, and set a positive example for participants
- Technical assistance with program and event management including registration, marketing, staff supervision, schedules, public outreach, communications and coordination of employees and programs
- Responsible for communication with program partners, participants and employees regarding program updates, facility conditions and weather related issues
- Keep accurate records of daily attendance, accident reports and discipline reports
- Document and inform supervisor of on-site program concerns including scheduling conflicts, maintenance needs, and all other pertinent program related issues
- Inventory supplies and equipment for events, communicate with supervisors and purchase additional supplies as directed
- Ability to work well with others independently as responsibilities may require
- Ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations
- Perform other duties as assigned or apparent
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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