Temporary/Seasonal-Facility Helper (Parks & Recreation)

Temporary/Seasonal-Facility Helper (Parks & Recreation)

Salary

$15,723.50 - $16,107.00 Annually

Location

V.O. Dobbins, 301 Louis Street, Kingsport, TN

Job Type

Temporary / Seasonal

Job Number

2026-8-3

Department

Leisure/Community Services

Division

Recreation Centers

Opening Date

08/03/2026

Closing Date

9/3/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits

Purpose

Facility Helpers perform duties of assigned facilities including but not limited to: opening/closing facilities, monitoring/controlling participants and spectators, maintaining program and facility equipment, and facility cleanliness. This position works under the supervision of Kingsport Parks & Recreation Program Coordinators, Program Administrators, & Program Leaders & Facility Supervisors.

The City of Kingsport does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations.

Essential Functions

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for opening and closing the facilities.
• Responsible for setting up, breaking down, and storing any equipment needed.
• Responsible for keeping inventory of program equipment and paperwork then communicating to KPR when supplies run low.
• Ensure that time sheets are filled out completely and submitted to KPR.
• Maintain participant and crowd control, while ensuring that all facility rules are being followed.
• Periodically checking parking lots, facility grounds, and playground areas for trash or potential maintenance issues.
• Ensure that the facility is clean and free of trash when opening and closing facilities Including Restrooms.
• Fill out accident/incident reports as needed.
• Report to Facility Supervisors is issues arise with customers or facilities.

Education and Experience

Requirements:

• Must be 15 years old.
• Knowledge of specified programs and equipment.
• Ability to work with the public in a respectful manner.
• Ability to self-motivate and make decisions based on evaluating a situation.
• Must be dependable and able to work nights and weekends.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must be able to stand and/or walk for the majority of the required shift.

Must be able to work outside for the entire scheduled shift.

The City of Kingsport does not currently offer any benefits for Part-Time, Seasonal, or Temporary Employess.

Employer City of Kingsport

Address 415 Broad Street

Suite 319

Kingsport, Tennessee, 37660

Phone 423-229-9401 ext 4

423-224-2471

Website http://kingsporttn.gov