Sports Program Assistant (Fieldhouse) - City of Aurora : Job Details

JOB LOCATION Aurora, Colorado 80016 City of Aurora, Colorado It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora?

• Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
• Diverse community
• Competitive total compensation package
• Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
• Light rail station minutes away
• On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
• Access to innovation workspaces

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Hey Sports Enthusiast! 👋 Are you ready to turn your passion for sports into a rewarding career? 🏆 The City of Aurora's Recreation Division is seeking highly motivated and talented individuals for a career in our team! 🌟 If you're someone who thrives on the energy of game day, loves the satisfaction of ensuring quality customer service, and excels at supervising and coordinating leagues, coaches, and fields, this is your winning shot! 🎯 As our Sports Program Assistant, you'll be at the heartbeat of our sports programs, responsible for the timely initiation of all activities, games, and programs, making decisions regarding crowd control, inclement weather, and rules and regulations during athletic events. You'll apply your general knowledge of assigned sports, including how the game is played and its principles, practice, and techniques, and may even be called upon to officiate games when necessary. This role also includes training, scheduling, and supervising umpires. You'll utilize your excellent people, communication, and conflict management skills to resolve conflicts and provide customer service for coaches, parents, and team players. If you're ready to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, community organizations, and the public, motivate staff, and hold them accountable for achieving measurable goals in a vibrant environment, then we want YOU! Bring your A-game and let's create unforgettable experiences together! Hiring Salary is $18.00/hour. The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first-come, first-served basis; as soon as we determine to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice. This position is classified as VHNE (Variable Hour Non-Benefit Employee), where the selected candidate will work less than 29 hours per week. This position does not provide medical benefits. This position earns sick leave in accordance with the Healthy Families and Workplace Act. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Timely initiation of all activities, games, programs to which they have been assigned. Including last minute details regarding set-up of facilities.
• Adherence to all schedules provided by Sports Staff. Including but not limited to; referees, officials, community service, game time, practice time, forfeit time.
• Responsible for decisions regarding crowd control, inclement weather, darkness, lightening, etc.
• Answer and interpret all questions/problems regarding rules and regulations during any athletic event.
• Maintain accurate records for the following: community service individuals, league standings (when applicable), other part time staff under their supervision.
• May be called upon to officiate any or all games when necessary.
• Will have general knowledge of assigned sport including rules and regulations.
• Will understand how the game is played including the principles, practice, and techniques used in recreational sporting events.
• Will have the ability to make proper calls on command and the ability to accept criticism.
• Has the ability to handle participants, team managers and/or coaches under difficult game situations.
• Capable of establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with fellow employees, various community organizations, and the public.
• Responsibilities will include supervision and coordination of leagues, coaches and fields; training, scheduling, and supervising umpires; inputting registrations and forming teams, evaluating umpires, checking fields, field preparation, conflict resolution and providing customer service for coaches, parents, and team players.
• Successful candidate must comprehend and have the ability to apply the rules of baseball and softball. Applicant must also have excellent people, communication and conflict management skills.
• May also be asked to assist with facility operations duties at ASP or Olympic Park.
• Website content contributor.
• Will perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Minimum 16 years of age. Education

• HS Diploma, GED, or currently enrolled in high school.

Experience

• At least 6 months of experience working with individuals with disabilities in recreation programs or similar activities

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 year of working with youth and experience operating gaming equipment
• First Aid or CPR certifications
• Valid Colorado Driver's License or Permit

Knowledge:

• Basic knowledge of sports

Skills:

• Strong time management skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills

Abilities:

• Ability to multitask
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with diverse socioeconomic and multicultural groups
• Ability to handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy
• Ability to understand, interpret and apply applicable rules, regulations, and policies

WORKING CONDITIONS Physical Demands: Medium physical work that involves moving no more than 50 pounds with or without assistance at a time with or without assistance. Work Environment: Works primarily in a clean, comfortable environment. Works at various recreation centers. Equipment Used: This job may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment. For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application. The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission. Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired. Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References: As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check. Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.