The City of Lakewood is dedicated to upholding City values to include: Performance Excellence, Leadership, Respect and Collaboration. Best fit candidates will demonstrate innovation, customer service, dedication, passion and engagement. All people, citizens and employees, will be treated with respect, relevance, and importance. HIRING RATE: $17.00/hour Under general supervision of a Recreation Programmer- Youth and Adult Sports, the variable sports staff is responsible for a variety of sports related duties including, but not limited to; setting up/taking down sports equipment, keeping score, maintaining records, and general supervision of participants at either youth or adult sports leagues. The primary responsibility of the Youth Sports Staff is to provide instruction and officiating duties for a variety of youth sports including volleyball, soccer, basketball, flag football, and running sports. ABOUT LAKEWOOD RECREATION: Lakewood Recreation, a Division within the Community Resources Department, is committed to providing high quality park, recreation, family and cultural services and facilities that inspire enjoyment, learning and wellness in the lives of those who live, work, and play in Lakewood. We value leadership, integrity, communication and connection, diversity and adaptability. The City of Lakewood is currently recruiting variable employees for this position. A variable employee is an at-will employee who works in a seasonal or temporary capacity. Their work schedule is based on business need. This position would be a part-time non benefitted position ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Major tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities): Set up and ensure the playing area is safe and ready for use, including sweeping basketball/volleyball courts, setting up volleyball nets or basketball/soccer goals, dragging and lining softball and other sports fields, and preparing other areas as assigned Turn in paperwork and game results to designated supervisor Maintain a safe and clean environment Supervise participants on-site at all times Attend to minor accidents and emergency situations IMPORTANT JOB FUNCTIONS: Act as a liaison between participants, parents, providers, coaches, spectators and the City of Lakewood ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS Supervision Received: The variable sports staff receive supervision from the area Recreation Coordinator - Youth and Adult Sports Supervision Provided: None HOURS OF WORK Weekday evenings between 3:45pm p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Saturdays between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

Education

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Experience

Experience

working with a wide array of populations and/or conditions, including with individuals with disabilities Must be 18 years of age

Experience

in youth/adult programs, athletics and/or appropriate areas such as recreation, physical education or coaching is preferred Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current CPR and First Aid certifications Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of the rules of a variety of sports including soccer, basketball, softball, volleyball, etc. Recognition of safety concerns Possess strong customer service and interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing Ability to be reliable and punctual Ability to make sound decisions Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask to accurately maintain the correct information, both on the scoreboard, as well as in the scorebooks Criminal background check is required PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Body Positions Must be able to bend, kneel, stoop and reach in a variety of settings and situations Lifting and Carrying Must be able to lift and carry fitness equipment that may weigh up to 25 pounds Must be able to assist in moving items to a maximum of 50 pounds with assistance Pushing and Pulling Must be able to push and pull equipment to set up for activities, this may include setting up and moving tables, chairs, fitness equipment, and other supplies Hearing Must be able to successfully communicate with staff and patrons via phone and in person Vision Must be able to obtain written information from memos, letters, reports and to enter data onto spreadsheets Must be able to observe participants, instructors, and other employees MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Mathematics Must have basic computation skills for calculating participation numbers Language Ability Must be able to understand and interpret policies, procedures and regulations Must be able to communicate professionally to supervisor, community members, and participants Reasoning Must make decisions on a day-to-day basis regarding program issues and interactions with co-workers and participants Must be able to make sound judgments in emergency/crisis situations, and in a variety of situations Remembering Must remember details of schedules, program rules and policies, and emergency/crisis procedures Must retain information for purposes of follow-up with participants/supervisor’s requests Maintain an attitude of consistency with customer service situations and in imparting the philosophy of the division and the department WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in several different environments including recreation centers, parks, and in the community Work involves frequent distractions, interruptions, and noisy settings Works includes consistent interaction with participants, co-workers, and subordinate staff Work requires an adaptive and flexible schedule EQUIPMENT USED: Soccer goals Basketball hoops Various sports equipment Electronic Scoreboards

Pay Range

$15.16-$17.73 Background and reference checks will be conducted for all regular and some variable/seasonal positions. Lakewood is full of possibilities for businesses, residents and visitors with innovative approaches, community collaboration, a strong financial foundation and healthy local economy. The city serves as a gateway to outdoor adventures while also providing a 10-minute commute to the heart of the metropolitan area. Much of Lakewood’s charm derives from neighborhoods as varied as horse properties, live/work units for artists, urban-style lofts and traditional homes. Lakewood has dedicated one-quarter of the land in the city to parks and open space, providing for a healthy, active lifestyle. The city also provides a comprehensive array of services, and we are home to global and national companies while also having a robust array of small businesses. We’re an All-America City connected to the metro area with the latest technology and multiple transportation options. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you will find the contact information to request the appropriate accommodation by visiting the following page: Access Lakewood Not finding the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Get Started below or create an account by clicking 'Sign In' at the top of the page to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest! The City of Lakewood offers a robust benefits package. The following applies only to regular full-time and part-time positions. Medical Cigna HDHP with Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) Kaiser Permanente DHMO with Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) Dental Delta Dental PPO plus Premier Plan Vision Vision Service Plan (VSP) Life Insurance Employees are covered for 1.5 times their annual base salary in life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment, up to a maximum of $500,000 (the minimum benefit is $50,000). The city pays the cost of this coverage. Pension Our pension fund is a social security replacement, money purchase plan. Mandatory employee contribution is 11% of gross base salary; city contribution is 13% of gross base salary. Sick Leave Full-time employees earn 8 hours per month. Part-time employees earn 6 hours per month. Vacation Full-time employees with less than five years of service earn 8 hours per month. Part-time employees with less than five years of service earn 6 hours per month. City Holidays Holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. The Following are Additional

Benefits

the City Offers: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Deferred Compensation Voluntary Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Short Term Disability Long Term Disability (LTD) Injury Leave Family and Medical Leave (FMLA) Military Leave Jury Duty Tuition Assistance Credit Union Recreation Facilities Employees are eligible for free general admission into the city’s recreation centers, swimming pools and Bear Creek Lake Park. Wellness Programs Value-Added Benefits