RECREATION ASSISTANT II
Parks & Recreation
Municipal Golf Course

Part-Time · Intermittent

The Recreation Assistant II position at the Salina Municipal Golf Course is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on Salina's youth by fostering both their personal & athletic growth. As an integral part of the Parks & Recreation Department, this role supports the First Tee program, teaching essential life skills framed around the game of golf, which can be both challenging & rewarding. This position embodies the core values of honesty, integrity, respect, & sportsmanship, thereby strengthening the community fabric of Salina. Engaging in various outreach programs & events, the role enlivens the local initiatives by making golf & its values accessible & enjoyable for young participants. By maintaining a high standard of service & nurturing a positive environment, this position is pivotal in crafting a wholesome & supportive community atmosphere.

On-the-Job Training: Training is led by seasoned Parks & Recreation staff. The training program is designed to immerse new Recreation Assistants in both activities & individual responsibilities, enhancing their adaptability & proficiency. This hands-on experience is crucial as it equips our assistants with skills transferable across various roles within the community. Beyond immediate responsibilities, the training emphasizes the importance of core values & community involvement, encouraging fulfilling part-time employment.

This classification is mid-level in the recreation series working under general supervision.

Duties:
· Must understand the game of golf, rules & etiquette.
· Helps the First Tee Director in the organization & implementation of the First Tee program.
· Works with staff to coach participants through First Tee Golf & Life Skills Experience Lesson Plans using the First Tee Coach Building Blocks.
· Models The First Tee's 9 Core Values: Honesty, integrity, respect, confidence, responsibility, judgement, courtesy, perseverance, & sportsmanship.
· Assists with outreach programs.
· Ensures that classes are set up according to lesson plans.
· Prepares supplies & facility before & after lessons.
· Makes the game fun for youth participants.
· Ensures that participants are picked up by a parent/guardian after lessons.
· Maintains the cleanliness & quality of equipment.
· Maintains & organizes all equipment storage areas.
· Takes initiative & assists with additional work at the Golf Course.
· Participates in required academies, regional & annual meetings, orientations, & trainings.
· Attend periodic coach trainings at chapter.
· Administers basic first aid, if needed.
· Responds in emergency situations within scope of training.
· Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education:
· High school graduate or G.E.D.
· College degree preferred.
· CPR & First Aid certifications desired.

Experience:
· Prior work in Parks & Recreation in the Recreation Assistant I position or related work preferred.
· Experience in youth development.
· Coaching or working with youth ages 5-17.
· Experience as a credentialed school educator preferred.
· Golfing experience preferred.

Desired Qualifications:
· Must be able to follow instructions.
· Must be a self-starter & be able to work productively.
· Must have excellent problem-solving skills & demonstrate good judgement when completing job duties.
· Maintains a high standard of customer service.
· Maintains positive & cooperative working relationships.
· Works indoors/outdoors in changing environmental conditions; must be able to work in temperatures which often exceeds 90 degrees.
· Communicates well with patrons of various ages from diverse backgrounds.
· Demonstrates kindness to patrons & presents professional attitude at all times.
· Must be able to communicate verbally & in writing.

Requirements:
· Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
· This is a driving positon. Must possess a valid driver's license.
· Performs all job tasks according to rules & guidelines of Salina Parks & Recreations' safety program & weather alert procedures.
· Must have reliable transportation to-and-from work.
· Must be available to work shifts.
· Must attend required trainings & meetings.
· Required to review posted event calendars.
· Must follow scheduling protocols & be able to obtain weekly work schedule.
· Must follow time & attendance guidelines must adhere to payroll requirements.
· Must respond in a timely manner to all forms of communication regarding City of Salina employment by way of phone calls, emails, texts, etc.
· Must be able to lift 10-40 pounds frequently.
· Must pass background checks.

Hours:
· Flexible schedule; 10 to 15 hours/week; mornings and/or afternoon shifts available.
· Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; 40 hours/week available.
· May include weekends based on golf course programs.
· Must be able to work evenings, weekends and/or holidays (i.e., Memorial Weekend, Fourth of July, Labor Day Weekend) & special events (i.e., Smoky Hill River Festival, private parties).

Pay DOQ EOE:
· $8.75-$10.50/hr.

Supervisor:
· Mike Hargrave, Golf Course Manager
· Location: 2500 E Crawford St, Salina, KS 67401
· Telephone Number: 785-826-7450
· Email: mike.hargrave@salina.org

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace: We consider applicants for all jobs without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, or familial status.  Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department at 785-309-5710.

TH 09/04/2025