Recreation Guide Jobs in Texas

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Communicates patron concerns and safety issues to management.

Work requires the use of standard technical skills appropriate to the work environment of the organization.

Execute schedules for practices for all participants.

Teach fundamentals such as stretching, running, jumping, etc., to children of all ages.

Enforces and follows facility and safety regulations.

Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, written correspondence, and communication skills

Must be assertive and have decision making capabilities.

Exceptional Customer Service Skills and Practices

Sells Community Center memberships and programs. This includes handling credit card transactions, receiving cash, and counting correct change.

Provides tours of the Community Center.

Checks out gym and game equipment to guests.

Coordinates first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), water safety instruction (WSI), and other safety training and certification courses for staff as needed.

Evaluates employee performance, counsels employees, and effectively recommends promotions and initial disciplinary action; participates in employee recruitment and selection.

Supervises and oversees the effectiveness of the recreation program operations, activities, facilities maintenance, and community events and recommends improvements or modifications.

Assists with development of recreation contract administration and use agreements.

Evaluates community recreation needs and interests; analyzes data and recommends new recreation programs or improvements to meet community needs.

Develops, maintains, and reviews a variety of staff, financial, and statistical reports related to the area of assignment.