Sports and Recreation Assistant

Job Location – Pecos, TX (Reeves County Recreation Center – “The Rec”)

Reports to – Sports and Recreation Supervisor/Director

Overview:

Our mission – “To provide the most comprehensive health, wellness, and recreational sports services to help our members and guests achieve their best potential.”

Our vision – “To pioneer a seamless integration of performance and fitness, nutrition, physical therapy, massage, child care, along with sports and recreation all under one roof.”

Position Overview:

Seeking dynamic individual for a Sports & Recreation Assistant role working with various populations and clientele at our state of the art and newly constructed Recreation Center. The Rec will pioneer and promote the integrated health model in providing a seamless integration of performance training, fitness and wellness, nutrition, rehabilitation, recovery, child care, and recreational sport activities all under one roof.

The Rec is based on a fluid and fast paced professional team environment where all staff are required to wear multiple professional hats, and work within a highly supportive team environment. All staff are required to be highly professional, supportive, respectful, and valued for their unique talents and experience at all times.

The ideal candidate will have the professional opportunity to advance to a role beyond the listed post based on the performance, management, and success of the Sports and Recreation Department and the Rec as a whole.

Responsibilities and job functions include, but are not limited to:

• Assist the Sports and Recreation Supervisor/Director in all aspects of the various youth and adult sports, camps, events, etc. for all members and guests.
• Help develop, implement, and help oversee assigned youth and adult sports program.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of the Rec's various integrated services, programs, and staff.
• Collaborate and work in a holistic team environment that includes Performance and Fitness, Nutrition, Physical Therapy, Massage, Aquatics, Child Care, and Recreational Sports.
• Help ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all members and guests in the sports and recreational areas.
• Assist in the daily cleaning, stocking, and maintenance of all sports and recreational areas, including maintaining documentation and preventative maintenance of all related areas, supplies, and equipment.
• Openly communicate with staff, members, and guests to ensure all goals are met.
• Participate in staff education covering all aspects of the Rec's methodology.
• Participate in program planning, development, design, and research.
• Help develop fliers, brochures, advertisements, etc. to promote the various sports and recreation programs and services.
• Conduct various client engagements, educational activities, and events.
• Act as a professional liaison of the Rec and provide a warm and welcoming environment for all members and guests.
• Follow established policies and procedures set forth by the Executive Director.
• Maintain professional credentials as required, including but not limited to, attending necessary continuing education courses.
• Cross train with other departments within the Rec’s purview.
• Some travel may be required.

Physical Requirements:

Candidates applying for this position should be comfortable in various environmental conditions and be able to lift at least 50 pounds unassisted repeatedly throughout the workday. The physical requirements of this job require frequent standing, walking, demonstrating, and assisting as necessary.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Certified First Aid & CPR w/ AED by American Red Cross.
• Strong background in at least 1 of the following sports (Football, Soccer, Basketball, Baseball/Softball, Volleyball, Martial Arts, etc.).
• Strong customer service skills where servicing the “client” is top priority.
• Excellent presentation skills in both small and large group settings.
• Excellent computer skills including MS Office or related products.

Preferred:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's in Sports Management, Recreation, or related degree from an accredited university.
• Background and experience in working with various clientele and populations, including athletes.

Classification:

• This is a part-time position with the opportunity to advance to a full-time position.

Benefits and Incentives:

• Complimentary membership to the Rec Center.
• Generous professional allowance and discounts on top quality athletic clothing, nutritional supplements, child care, and our integrated services.
• Added compensation & financial incentives based on yearly performance and revenue.
• Specific allowance for continued education reimbursement.
• Opportunity for professional development, advancement, and growth.
• On-site training & education benefits.

Benefit and Incentive Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply.