Part Time Recreation Aide

Part Time Recreation Aide

Salary

$15.43 - $24.66 Hourly

Location

126 N. St. Andrews Street, Dothan, AL

Job Type

PART TIME

Job Number

5806-26-01

Department

Leisure Services

Opening Date

09/15/2026

Closing Date

9/28/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THE RECREATION AIDE or RECREATION AIDE (THERAPEUTICS) POSITIONS, YOU MUST COMPLETE SEPARATE APPLICATIONS FOR EACH POSITION.

This is a part time position responsible for participating in the maintenance of assigned facilities; and assisting in the implementation of assigned leisure services programs.

Major Duties

• Participates in the maintenance of facilities, pools, tennis courts, parks, fields, grounds, etc.
• Operates a variety of grounds maintenance equipment; mows grass, cuts weeds, repairs landscaping, and collects litter, leaves, and debris; maintains assigned equipment.
• Prepares courts, pools, fields and other facilities for lessons, meets, practices, games, matches, and tournaments.
• Assists with the preparations for a variety of programs, tournaments, programs, and special events.
• Performs custodial maintenance duties; cleans and restocks restrooms; sweeps, mops, polishes, and waxes floors; empties trash receptacles; maintains inventory of janitorial supplies.
• Supervises facilities usage; enforces policies and procedures; resolves problems.
• Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of grounds and facility maintenance principles.
• Knowledge of department policies and procedures.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of grounds maintenance equipment.
• Skill in the custodial maintenance of public facilities.
• Skill in planning.
• Skill in problem solving.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The supervisor assigns work in terms of detailed and specific instructions. The supervisor spot-checks work in progress and upon completion for accuracy, adequacy, and adherence to instructions and established guidelines.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are clear and specific.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of related maintenance duties. Inclement weather contributes to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to participate in the maintenance of assigned facilities. Successful performance contributes to the provision of safe and well-maintained facilities for use by the public.

CONTACTS

• Contacts are typically with coworkers, other city personnel, and the public.
• Contacts are typically to give or resolve problems and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, or walking. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects up to fifty (50) pounds, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and distinguishes between shades of color.
• The work is typically performed in athletic facilities and outdoors, occasionally in cold, hot, or inclement weather. The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, and machinery with moving parts. Work may require the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

Minimum Qualifications

• Six (6) months recent experience using lawn mower and trimming equipment preferred.
• Six (6) months recent athletic field maintenance preferred.
• Four (4) months recent (within the last two years) seasonal employment with the City of Dothan performing responsibilities in recreational, educational, and/or athletic programs preferred.

NOTE: In order to receive the preferred credit, the lawn and field maintenance experience must have been part time or more (20+ hours/week) in a paid work environment.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Some positions require operation of motor vehicles; therefore, an applicant 18+ years of age must possess a valid operator driver license and an acceptable driving record.
• An applicant for this position is subject to various background investigations up to and including a criminal, credit, past employment, and reference checks.
• An applicant for this position is subject to a criminal history background check pursuant to the following statutes: §§38-13-1. Ala. Code (1975) et seq., as amended by the Child Care Safety Act (Act of Alabama #2018-278), Act of Alabama 2019-322, or §41-27-10, Ala. Code (1975).
• Employees are required to submit to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with the City of Dothan policy which includes pre-employment and random tests for the duration of employment in this position. (PBA 08/13/12).
• Must meet the City of Dothans employment physical standards which include drug/alcohol testing.

Application / Examination

Qualified applicants will be evaluated on training and experience as documented on their application. This evaluation will comprise 100% of their final grade.

Applicants with a disability who feel they need accommodation should contact the Personnel Department on or before the closing date by emailing jobs@dothan.org.

An Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer

The City of Dothan provides a diverse package of benefit programs for eligible employees, administered by the Personnel Department. The core package includes a defined benefit retirement plan, and group health, life and dental insurance plans. In addition, the City offers a (Section 125d) Flexible Compensation Plan, direct deposit, credit unions and defined contribution (Section 457) retirement plans.

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Supplemental Questions: This information will be used to determine your placement on the employment register and if you meet the basic qualifications as listed on the job posting. Therefore, please give detailed descriptions of your job duties. You must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of the application and the Supplemental Questions. Answer all questions as accurately and with as much detail as possible. Some questions request an explanation to support a "yes" answer. Your explanation should contain experience, education, etc., to show that you do possess whatever skill, knowledge or experience being addressed in the question. Employment and volunteer experiences used to answer any of the questions below must be listed on your application. If you use military experience to meet the experience requirements, do not give dates of your entire tour of duty, rather, you should indicate on your employment application, the month and year you began performing these duties and the month and year you stopped.

• I have read and understand the above statement and will submit any required verification or supporting documents by the closing date of this advertisement.

02

Which best describes your highest completed level of education? Your education MUST be listed in the education section of your application in order to receive credit.

• None
• High School Diploma or GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or higher

03

Check the appropriate field of study for your degree.

• Recreation
• Physical Education
• Therapeutic Recreation
• Special Education
• Other - Closely Related
• Other - Non Related
• No degree

04

If you checked "Other" in question #3 above, please list your degree/major/field of study, etc. If not applicable, list "N/A"

05

Will you be at least 16 years of age before the closing date of this announcement? (You must be at least 16 years of age to be eligible for employment.)

• Yes
• No

06

Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) experience in using lawn mower and trimming equipment? In order to receive credit, your experience must have been gained in part time or more (20+ hours/week) PAID work environment.

• No experience
• Less than 6 months
• 6 months - 0.9 year
• 1 - 1.9 years
• 2 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

07

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #6. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

08

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #6. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

09

Which best describes your experience in athletic field maintenance (dragging, lining, packing, and painting lines on baseball, football, or soccer fields)? In order to receive credit, your experience must have been gained in part time or more (20+ hours/week) PAID work environment.

• No experience
• Less than 6 months
• 6 months - 0.9 year
• 1 - 1.9 years
• 2 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

10

List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #9. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

11

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #9. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

12

Which best describes your recent [within the last two (2) years] work experience as a SEASONAL employee with the City of Dothan, performing responsibilities in recreational, educational, and/or athletic programs?

• No experience
• 0 - 3.9 months
• 4 - 5.9 months
• 6 - 11.9 months
• 1 - 1.9 years
• 2 - 2.9 years
• More than 3 years

13

List employer/school where you gained the experience in question #12. Employer(s)/School(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

14

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #12. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

15

Which best describes your volunteer/team experience in athletic field maintenance (dragging, lining, packing, and painting lines on baseball, football, or soccer fields)?

• No experience
• Less than 6 months
• 6 months - 0.9 year
• 1 - 1.9 years
• 2 - 4.9 years
• 5 - 9.9 years
• 10 - 14.9 years
• More than 15 years

16

List employer/school where you gained the experience in question #15. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

17

List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #15. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

18

Check all of the certifications that you possess: In order to receive credit, you must submit a current copy of your certification by the closing date of this advertisement. You may fax it to (334) 615-3189, submit by mail or in person to the City of Dothan, Personnel Department, 126 N St. Andrews Street, Room 116, Dothan, AL 36303, or by email to jobs@dothan.org.

• Alabama Recreation and Parks Association (ARPA) Professional Recreator Certificate
• Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) Certification
• CPR/First Aid Instructor
• Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP)
• Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI)
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
• Certified Sports Field Manager (CSFM)
• Certified Sports Official (Such as Dixie Youth, Special Olympics, etc.)
• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)
• Certified Youth Sports Administrator
• Group Fitness Instructor (From an Accredited Institution/Program)
• Ornamental and Turf Pest Control Supervisor or Custodial (OTPS/OTPC) Certification
• Personal Trainer Certification (From an Accredited Institution/Program)
• ServSafe Manager Certificate
• Turfgrass Management Certification
• USA Archery - Level I Instructor Certification
• Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certification
• None

19

This is a part time position starting at $15.43 per hour. An employee in this position is eligible for group health and life insurance benefits only (no vacation, no sick leave, no holiday pay). Are you willing to work for this pay rate and benefits?

• Yes
• No

20

This position requires regular maintenance of facilities (i.e. picking up trash, cleaning bathrooms, emptying trash cans, sweeping, and mopping facilities, etc.). Are you willing to perform these duties?

• Yes
• No

21

This position requires work: days, nights, and weekends. Are you willing to work days, nights and weekends?

• Yes
• No

22

This position is labor intensive, working outside in the elements (ex. heat, cold, etc.). Are you willing to perform manual labor outside?

• Yes
• No

23

This position is a part time job working at least 30 hours per week. Are you willing/able to work 30+ hours per week?

• Yes
• No

24

Work Schedule: Works 30+ hours a week. Hours will include days, nights and weekends. May work more hours as necessary. The scheduled hours are determined by daily duties, tournaments, rentals, functions, weather, athletic leagues, projects, etc. Are you willing and able to work this schedule?

• Yes
• No

25

Some positions require the operation of motor vehicles, therefore an applicant 18+ years of age must possess a valid operator drivers license and acceptable driving record. Which of the following best describes your age and drivers license status?

• Under age 16.
• Age 16-17.
• Age 18+ with driver license
• Age 18+ with NO driver license

26

An applicant for this position is subject to a criminal history background check pursuant to the following statutes: §§38-13-1. Ala. Code (1975) et seq., as amended by the Child Care Safety Act (Act of Alabama #2018-278), Act of Alabama 2019-322, or §41-27-10, Ala. Code (1975). Do you understand and agree to the above requirement?

• Yes, I understand I am subject to the background checks as stated.

27

Do you have a valid operator drivers license and an acceptable driving record?

Click here to view the City of Dothans Motor Vehicle Policy.

• Yes
• No

28

I understand that once my application has been submitted for this specific position that I WILL NOT be able to make any changes to it. Any changes to my master application will only be reflected in any future positions for which I may apply. Should I desire to have updated information included for this specific position I should contact the Personnel/Human Resources office at (334) 615-3180 for assistance.

• Yes, I Understand

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Note: Before submitting your application, be sure to review your application for completeness and accuracy. Your examination score will be based on the information you have provided on your application and this supplemental questionnaire. Failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in your application being rejected or receiving a lower score. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete employment information to include the name of your employer, your official job title, dates of employment (from-to, month/year), hours worked per week, and a detailed description of your duties for each job listed on your application. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the application or supplemental questionnaire.

• I understand that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected or receiving a lower examination score.

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Employer City of Dothan

Address 126 North Saint Andrews Street

Room 116

Dothan, Alabama, 36303

Phone 334.615.3180

Website http://www.dothan.org