Recreation Assistant (GAFC)

Recreation Assistant (GAFC)

Salary

$43,950.40 Annually

Location

Greenville, NC

Job Type

Regular Full-Time

Job Number

2017

Department

Recreation and Parks

Division

Recreation

Opening Date

10/23/2026

Closing Date

11/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Job Summary

Join the team at the City of Greenville as a Recreation Assistant for the Greenville Aquatics & Fitness Center. Your role will involve assisting the Recreation Supervisor in planning, organizing, and conducting various programs and activities, along with providing exceptional customer service at the front desk.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Examples of Duties

• Assist in the delivery of programs, instructions, and staff training;
• Oversee facility maintenance and cleaning;
• Assist in developing, teaching and scheduling of exercise classes;
• Supervise program activities to meet GRPD objectives;
• Recommend program enhancements to ensure that member/patron needs are being met;
• Provide customer service through membership sales, program registration and facility tours;
• Aid in selection, training, motivation, and evaluation of assigned staff;
• Assist in the requisition and inventory of supplies and materials and other equipment needed for the center;
• Assist in the operations of Greenville Aquatics & Fitness Center by supervising the facility;
• Assist with front desk staff at the Greenville Aquatics Center;
• Assist with seasonal facility opening and closing;
• Perform other related work duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university (recreation, exercise science, physical education, leisure studies, or a closely related field is preferred); and
• One year of recreation, exercise science, or related experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Recreational Administration, Exercise Science, Kinesiology or related field.
• Practices and the proper techniques for the use of cardiovascular equipment, weight equipment, and exercise group classes.
• Customer service techniques.
• Policies and regulations affecting the operation of an athletic center.
• First aid, CPR, and AED techniques.

Skill in:

• Using athletic tools and equipment.
• Using office equipment, including computers and related software.

Ability to:

• Assist in planning, organizing, and supervising various center activities.
• Assist in the training, supervising, and evaluating part-time staff and other seasonal employees for programs.
• Provide quality customer service.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Operate assigned equipment, including computer equipment and various software packages.
• Work cooperatively with City officials, other employees, and the general public.
• Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.

Special Requirements

• Valid North Carolina drivers license and acceptable driving record;
• CPR and AED and First Aid Certified (must obtain within 6 months of hire)
• Requires working a varied schedule to include nights and weekends;

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

The City of Greenville offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance. Employees in designated part-time positions may participate in some of the benefit programs offered to regular full-time employees.

Visit the City of Greenville Human Resources Website for a more in depth summary of our benefits.

01

What is your highest level of education?

• Less than high school
• High school diploma or GED
• Some college; no degree
• Associates degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree or higher

02

Which best describes your experience in recreation or related experience?

• Less than one year
• One to three years
• Four or more years

03

Do you have a valid drivers license issued by N.C. or another state? (Note: a valid drivers license is a current drivers license that is not revoked, suspended, or subject to limited restoration or conditional operation privileges.)

• Yes
• No

04

Are you CPR and AED certified or do you have the ability to obtain CPR and AED certification within six months of hire?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you First Aid certified or do you have the ability to obtain First Aid certification within six months of hire?

• Yes
• No

06

This position requires that you be able to work rotating shifts and some holidays. Are you willing and able to work a variety of shifts: days, evenings, weekends, and holidays?

• Yes
• No

07

Briefly describe your experience in fitness training.

Required Question

Employer City of Greenville

Address 200 W. Fifth Street

Greenville, North Carolina, 27858

Phone 252.329.4492

Website http://www.greenvillenc.gov