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Part-Time Recreation Aide- Athletics & Events (7)
La Porte, TX, Texas
PART_TIME | USD 15.00 - 15.75 HOUR
PART-TIME: RECREATION AIDE- ATHLETICS & EVENTS (7 POSITIONS)
Category: Part-Time
Status: Open
Salary: Min. $15.00 - $15.75
Published: October 6, 2026
Closing: Until Filled
 
DEFINITION
To assist with the implementation and delivery of various recreational athletic programs, leagues, and departmental / City-wide special events & activities.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the Recreation Programs Coordinator and/or Recreation Specialist.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Duties MAY include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Scorekeeping and/or Bookkeeping for youth & adult basketball leagues on the weekends.
  • Setup and cleanup of gymnasiums on game days.
  • Maintaining a safe & clean environment for all participants and spectators on game days.
  • Documenting any accident or incident that may occur during games or practices.
  • Serving as a gym monitor on practice nights during the week.
  • Establishing a professional & harmonious working relationship with referees, coaches, and parents.
  • Assisting the Recreation Specialist with league tryouts, sport clinics/camps, and sport classes.
  • Assisting the department with various City-wide special events which may include event promotion, event setup, facilitating and/or monitoring activities during the event, community engagement, and event cleanup.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
For indefinite periods of time - mobility within an office, gym, field, or street environment; exposure to constant indoor noise and occasional extreme heat outdoors; walking; twisting body; stooping; standing; squatting; sorting; sitting; seeing; pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying up to 50 pounds; cleaning; reading; decision making; reaching above shoulder level; using both hands for simple and firm grasping; clarity of hearing; communicating clearly and effectively (verbally), in person, by two-way radio, and by telephone; fine finger manipulation; clear and readable handwriting.

QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
  • Standard basketball rules & regulations.
  • Techniques of supervising children during recreation activities.
  • Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
  • Basic mathematics.
Ability to:
  • Work weekends (mainly Saturdays) and some weekday evenings.
  • Work with children and adults during athletic activities and special events.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Previous basketball scorekeeping / bookkeeping experience preferred but will train.
Prior experience working with children in a group setting required.  

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Possession of a valid Driver's License, School ID, or State ID required.
Possession of Emergency First Aid & CPR Certification w/AED Administration desired.
 
*Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
                                                                                        
*Duties, responsibilities, and actions may change at any time with or without notice.
 
 
The City of La Porte is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Qualified Individuals

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