Recreation Center Assistant – Park and Recreation

City of Dallas

. Assist recreation program staff in developing, planning, and implementing recreational, cultural, and educational programs .

Posted 9/29/2026part-timeDallas • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $22 - $22 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong knowledge of recreation programming, customer service principles, and first aid practices while effectively engaging with a diverse community. Capable of coordinating logistics for various recreational activities and events, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.

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Recreation ProgrammingFirst Aid/CPR CertificationCustomer ServiceLogistics CoordinationYouth Engagement

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Hard Skills

Recreation Facilities KnowledgeSports Rules KnowledgeProgram DevelopmentAttendance Record MaintenanceRegistration Processing

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationMulticultural Community EngagementTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDValid Texas Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Recreational ProgramsCultural ProgramsEducational ProgramsYouth ServicesSenior Assistance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist recreation program staff in developing, planning, and implementing recreational, cultural, and educational programs
Support programs and services offered by City recreation facilities
Coordinate logistics and participate in youth services, senior assistance, recreation programs, special events, and other services
Assist with programs, educational opportunities, sports teams, and classes for adults, teens, children, and the general community
Lead recreational activities and instruct participants in sports procedures, techniques, rules, regulations, and safety precautions
Assist with after-school programs, including cleaning, maintenance, and program logistics
Compile and maintain attendance, revenue, participant, accident, and materials records
Provide information and customer service to participants and the public
Process registrations and documents, distribute schedules, answer phones, and sell or issue trash bags and participant ID cards
Transport youth to field trips and special events
Conduct outreach and marketing, distribute program materials, attend community events, and generate calendars, lesson plans, and marketing materials
Perform other assigned tasks

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED
First Aid/CPR required within 6 months of employment
Valid Texas Driver's License required, except for Summer Seasonal Recreation Center Assistant(s) and Out of School Recreation Center Assistant(s)
Must be 18 years old or older
Knowledge of recreation facilities and general programming
Ability to work with children, youth, and adults
Knowledge of sports and general rules
Knowledge of first aid principles and practices
Ability to develop activities and work with a multi-cultural community
Ability to enforce recreation, program, and sporting regulations
Knowledge of strong customer service principles and practices
Communicating effectively orally and in writing
All qualifying information must be included in the application

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefits
Growth opportunities
Vibrant work culture