Part-Time Recreation Specialist - Athletics
Salary
$17.86 Hourly
Location
Parks and Recreation Department Marietta, GA
Job Type
Part-Time
Job Number
05023
Department
Parks
Opening Date
06/24/2026
Closing Date
7/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Grade Code
101P
Position Information
This position is responsible for overseeing and maintaining the quality and safety of various parks, leagues and facilities within Cobb County, serving as the primary point of contact for facility users, athletic associations, and league participants after business hours.
Responsibilities include monitoring park operations, making rounds to assess facility usage and conditions, checking concessions, and performing administrative tasks. The role involves supervising and scorekeeping adult athletic leagues-including Softball, Basketball, Flag Football, Kickball, Ultimate Frisbee, Cornhole, Volleyball, Pickleball, Golf, and Spikeball.
Position will also be responsible for supervising leagues games and coordinating with officials and scorekeepers. Staff will keep score, monitor games, oversee league rules, submit game scores, and facilitate the set up and take down for league games. Oversees and works with rentals and tournament directors at the Al Bishop Complex. Opens and closes facility during league games and tournaments. Assists with special events, community programs, recreation centers, tennis centers, aquatic centers, and other PARKS units as needed.
The position for Athletics may report to various parks or facilities within Cobb County based on league and event schedules.
Essential Functions
Performs customer service functions: provides information or assistance regarding services, activities, forms, procedures, fees, or other issues; responds to routine questions and complaints; researches problems and initiates problem resolution; and refers complaints/problems to appropriate personnel.
Processes participant registrations, court reservations, tournament registrations, and other scheduled services and events: receives requests for classes, court times, or other scheduled services; reviews registration forms for accuracy and completeness; enters information into online database and calendars; collects and records fees; and maintains related documentation.
Prepares daily financial reports and deposits: counts monies received; balances cash drawers to system reports; audits transactions to locate and correct any discrepancies; closes out cash drawers; prepares and submits deposit; and maintains related documentation.
Promotes recreational programming and events: creates and publishes promotional materials such as schedules, news releases, flyers, brochures, posters, signs, websites, social media posts etc.
Provides administrative support: conducts tours; attends meetings; answers the telephone; prepares attendance and registration reports, memos, correspondence, and other files and records; copies and files documents; enters computer data, etc.; and maintains inventory of supplies, forms and equipment.
Prepares facilities according to daily schedule: opens and closes facility; unlocks and locks doors; turns lights on or off; disarms and sets alarm; moves, sets up, and tears down tables, chairs, etc.; and performs routine cleaning duties such as emptying trash, sweeping floors, etc.
Organizes, instructs and supervises assigned recreational activities, which may include youth programs, senior programs, special needs programs, fitness programs and classes, sports leagues and clinics, after school and summer programs, arts and crafts programs, theater and performing arts programs and special events, or nature and environmental programs: gathers supplies and equipment; verifies completion of required forms for each participant; teaches classes, clinics, and skills; provides information and direction; performs assessments; and ensures all activities comply with established rules, policies, procedures and safety standards.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required, supplemented by vocational or technical training in customer service or related field; supplemented by two years of experience in customer service.
Licenses and Certifications
Must possess and maintain a valid Drivers License.
Physical Abilities
Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.
Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors
Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
EEO Statement
Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Visit Cobb Countys Employee Benefits page to learn more.
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I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the Educational History and Work History sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.
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I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
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Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?
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Educational Background (copies of any education documents listed on your application will be required upon hire): Mark the highest level of education you have completed.
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If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.
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How many years of customer service experience do you have?
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Please describe your experience in customer service. Enter N/A if this does not apply.
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Please provide details about your previous experience as a scorekeeper or supervisor, including sports or leagues youve worked with and the duration of your involvement. Enter N/A if not applicable.
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Are you willing and available to work evenings and weekends, which are often when athletic leagues games are scheduled?
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Are you able to travel to different parks within Cobb County for this position, as some games and events are held at various locations throughout the county?
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Do you have a current and valid drivers license?
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If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following requirements: a criminal background check, a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check, a credit check and provide copies of any education documents listed on your application. Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?
Required Question
Employer Cobb County Government
Address 100 Cherokee Street
Suite #200
Marietta, Georgia, 30090
Website http://www.cobbcounty.gov