Position title
Recreation Aide
Description

Helps to plan, implement, and coordinate various general and special recreational programs and activities of the Cherokee Life Program within the assigned center to enhance the quality of life and provide healthful activities and opportunities for EBCI participants, as well as other visitors.

Responsibilities
  • Assists with all activities and operations of the assigned recreational facility to ensure policies, procedures, rules, and regulations are followed.
  • Coordinates facility activities with various community groups and organizations with regard to program responsibilities and duties.
  • Assists part time and volunteer coaches, instructors, coordinators and specialists to carry out recreation programs as requested.
  • Assists with all duties and tasks related to each assigned program to include planning, scheduling, publicity, and administrative tasks such as reservations, registrations, attendance records, fees, balance of monies and other related sports.
  • Answers center phone and responds to questions.
  • Conducts classes, serves as the instructor and presents special programs related to assigned area of responsibility.
  • Monitors levels of supplies and reorders, requisition s or picks up supplies and equipment to operate various programs, day camp, after school, etc.
  • Responds to public requests, suggestions, and complaints regarding programs and recreation center facilities/operations.
  • Maintains specified records and files; completes reports such as activity, time, fees collected, etc.
  • Assists scheduling facility usage and coordinates practice sessions, games, and events.
  • Assists with day camp activities as required, such as preparing snacks, participating in camp activities, overseeing children, leading recreational activities.
  • Keeps supervisor informed of recreational center operations, activities and unusual circumstances and appropriate communications.
  • Maintains the security of the assigned facility and ensures building, and equipment are locked/unlocked as required.
  • Participates in various cleaning procedures of the Recreation Center, and related facilities, such as vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, cleaning bathrooms, trash removals, etc.
  • Assists in the various community activities within Tribal facilities, day care, senior citizens, schools etc.
  • Promotes public interest in support of recreational activities.
  • Performs office administrative tasks as required, such as schedules, time sheets, activity reports, etc.
  • Participates in general maintenance and upkeep procedures of the recreation facility including painting, minor construction projects, general repairs, etc.
  • Assists in preparation and upkeep procedures of playground equipment, ball fields, volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, and softball fields (lines, fields, courts, etc.).
  • Assists with departmental projects and activities at various other facilities as requested.
  • Officiates {umpires, referees, etc.) at various sporting events as required.
  • Performs duties according to established safety procedures and Tribal guidelines.
Scope of Supervision

This position is supervised by program leadership. This position is not responsible for supervising others.

Minimum Mandatory Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required.

Licenses & Certifications: Valid, insurable NC Driver’s License required. Required within 6 months of employment: CPR, First Aid, and BSAC - Basic School Age Care Certifications.

Disclaimer

* Disclaimer Statement
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request.
EBCI reserves the right to revise the position description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations. Complete job description is found on application site.

Employment Type
Full-time
Program
Recreation
Division

CERS

Pay Level

07 Non-Exempt

Pay Range
$16.61-$20.77 Per hour
Date posted
June 9, 2025
Valid through
June 15, 2025

ALL JOB POSTINGS CLOSE AT 11:59PM EST ON THE CLOSE DATE.

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