Full Time Recreation Aide - Fitness - The Summit Active Adult Center in Grand Prairie, Texas at City of Grand Prairie

The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational facilities within the City. This is accomplished by maintaining the interior facilities; overseeing the operations of the facility; developing and implementing recreational programs; and maintaining communication for the facility. Other duties include interacting with other City employees and citizens.

This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent.

This position has responsibilities that require lifting up to 45 pounds on occasion.

• Maintains the interior of facilities by removing trash from floors by sweeping and mopping; organizing office and equipment area; submitting reports for repairs or needed equipment as needed; cleaning and organizing storage area.
  
  
• Oversees the operations of the facility by supervising hallway; handing out equipment; directing customers to the proper location; promotes programs to patrons; performing record keeping; updating class records daily; and overseeing distribution of paperwork such as disclaimer sheets, receipts books, logs, and other documentation.
  
  
• Develops and implements recreational programs by overseeing gym programs; assisting in the schedule of classes; coordinating classes and rentals; teaching classes.
  
  
• Maintains communication for the facility by communicating with customers about questions, suggestions, activities, and complaints; assisting with computerized publications; answering phones; greeting customers; reporting any suggestions and complaints to the supervisor; and interacting with public participants.
  
  
• Having knowledge of all program times and prices.
  
  
• All other duties as assigned by a supervisor/manager within your department/division.
  
  
• Regular and consistent attendance and punctuality for the assigned work hours is essential.

Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may qualify. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be:

• Education: Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines. Level of knowledge equivalent to high school or equivalency.
  
  
• Experience: No experience required.
  
  
• Licenses: Valid Driver's License required.
  
  
• Certifications Required: CPR/First Aid Certification required. Group Fitness Instructor Certification Preferred