INTERN - PARKS AND RECREATION (SUMMER) at City Of Douglasville

Douglasville, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jun, 26

Salary

19.54

Posted On

20 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Attention To Detail, Multi-Tasking, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Accounting, Event Planning, Finance, Human Resources, Payroll, Communications, Relationship Building, Customer Service, Sales, Risk Management, Process Improvement, Research

Industry

Government Administration

Description

JOB SUMMARY Under the supervision of the Department Director and/or Manager this hands-on position will be responsible for assisting across multiple City departments. This is a seasonal position (up to 40 hours a week). The primary goal of the Parks & Recreation internship is to support Parks and Recreation program initiatives, such as the implementation of after-school and summer programming which includes athletics, camps, events, pool operations. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS * Learn and master internal operations, including but not limited to accounting, event planning, finance, human resources, payroll, communications, relationship building, customer service, sales, daily operations, etc * Assist with the implementation of after-school and/or summer programs, including youth athletics, day camps, community events, and pool operations to ensure smooth daily execution. * Support program setup and breakdown, including preparing equipment, athletic fields, event materials, and pool areas in accordance with safety and operational guidelines. * Provide on-site participant support, helping supervise activities, answer questions, and promote a positive and inclusive recreational environment. * Collaborate with parks and recreation staff to monitor attendance, track program participation, and evaluate the effectiveness of summer offerings. * Ensure compliance with safety procedures, including observing pool operations, enforcing facility rules, and assisting with risk management during athletic and camp activities. * Identify area for process improvements * Make recommendations to leadership for streamlining systems and processes * Research and implement solutions for enhanced efficiency * Provide general administration assistance and support * Participation in various meetings * Supporting event coordination * Performs other related duties as assigned. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS A Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or Graduate Level student currently enrolled in a college or university with a major related to the role is preferred; Attention to detail, the ability to multi-task and excellent oral and written communications skills are all essential to this position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES * Knowledge of the operation of general office equipment including calculator, computer keyboard, computer word processing or other programs, telephone, telephone console, or copy machine as required; * Knowledge of basic mathematical and accounting procedures; * Skill in operating a computer; * Skill in communicating both orally and in written form; * Skill in researching complex issues and developing recommended actions; * Ability to develop, implement and evaluate new and revised procedures, methods and standards; * Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise considerable skill in information handling, privacy of records and judgment; * Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints; * Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is sedentary work and requires speaking and talking. WORK ENVIRONMENT Incumbent works in a safe and secure work environment that may periodically have unpredicted requirements or demands.

Responsibilities

This hands-on internship primarily supports Parks and Recreation program initiatives, focusing on the implementation of after-school and summer programming, including athletics, camps, events, and pool operations. Responsibilities involve assisting with program setup, providing on-site participant support, ensuring safety compliance, and collaborating on monitoring and evaluating summer offerings.