REPORTS TO: Sports Coordinator
DESIGNATION: Temporary
PROGRAM DATES: March - October
HOURS: 10-15 hours a week
RETURN TO: DC Lawson-Thomas
BASIC FUNCTION:
- Under general supervision, provides maintenance work on fields and facilities in preparation for recreation sports league games and activities. Must know how to use basic hand tools.
TYPICAL DUTIES:
- Maintain sports field for optimum playing condition (batter’s boxes, pitching areas, base and base paths, infield perimeter, etc.) Rake, drag and remove rocks from infields, providing smooth playing surface for recreation league games
- Water infields with sprinklers and hose
- Mix and pack fines with heavy, square tamp in batter’s boxes and around bases
- Use chalker to draw base lines, batter’s boxes, coaches’ boxes and on-deck circles
- Use sprayer to line foul lines and encroachment lines in the outfield
- Apply drying agents to infields when necessary after rains
- Put bases out and “strike mat” out at home plate
- Prepare umpire bag for each field (softballs, pencils, score cards, timer, etc.)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Working knowledge of softball/baseball, preferably with one year of experience
- Follow written and verbal instructions
- Independently initiate and complete work activities
- Maintain accurate records
- Interact effectively and tactfully with adults and youth
- Respond calmly and effectively to emergency situations
- Maintain open communication with Parks & Recreation staff and participants
- Willingness to work flexible, irregular schedules including afternoons, evenings, weekends and holidays.
- Minimum of 18 years old at time of hire
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High school student, graduate or G.E.D. and one year experience (paid or unpaid) in recreational athletic activities.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
- Must attend all staff meetings
- Wear program uniform
- Wear closed-toe shoes
- Report to work on time as scheduled
- Consistent attendance is required
More questions? Email or call DC Lawson-Thomas at (831)420-5266.
