Outdoor Recreation Assistant (seasonal)

Outdoor Recreation Assistant (seasonal)

Salary

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Location

Parks & Recreation, 100 Sam Ridley Parkway East, Smyrna, TN

Job Type

Seasonal

Job Number

00905

Department

Parks & Recreation

Opening Date

08/03/2026

Closing Date

8/10/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Description

Pay begins at $16.09/hr for Outdoor Recreation Assistant and is dependent upon applicable experience.

This is a SEASONAL position running until October 25th and is not eligible for benefits.

Description:

This classification is responsible for assisting with the Paddle Adventures Watercraft Rental program and communicating the fundamentals and safety of watercraft sports within the Parks and Recreation department. Duties and responsibilities include instruction, facilitation, and evaluation of paddling/boating equipment and public programs. This person is responsible for the safe transportation of equipment, safe utilization of gear/elements, and the safety and well-being of participants. Under general supervision, reports to Outdoor Recreation & Program Coordinator and SOAC Manager

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Assist with opening and closing Paddle Adventures Storefront; answers telephone calls and greets visitors.
• Operates the cash register; accepts and processes payment of Paddle Adventures rentals and programs; performs daily balances and reports any discrepancies immediately to supervisor.
• Assist in program rentals, public programs, and event offerings to the general public.
• Assist with group reservations and group orientation of safety practices.
• Be able to and/or willing to become trained in transporting boating equipment and driving a canoe/kayak trailer.
• Be able to and/or willing to become trained in safe fishing, boating and paddling skills on flat water and river water.
• Provides information/assistance to customers regarding facility services and program activities, procedures, fees, or other issues; distributes forms/documentation as requested.
• Responds to routine questions, complaints or requests for service; initiates problem resolution.
• Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data; performs data entry functions by keying data into computer; verifies accuracy of entered data and makes corrections; utilizes word processing, spreadsheet, database, email, or other programs.
• Keeps routine records and inventory equipment before and after a rental.
• Works safely observing all OSHA, Federal, State, and City regulations. Reports any accidents immediately to supervisor.
• Correctly wears and demonstrates to guests the appropriate personal protective and safety equipment (PFDs) as required.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment. Report any malfunctioning equipment to Outdoor Recreation & Program Coordinator.
• Conducts behavior at all times in a professional manner to reflect positively on customer's perception of town facility.
• Helps maintain the cleanliness of watercraft equipment, work area and facility. Reports incidents, or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
• May occasionally assist with facilitation and monitoring of independent recreation usage in Adventure Zones; works safely, observing all OSHA, Federal, State, and City regulations; reports any accidents immediately to supervisor; administers CPR and first aid until qualified medical personnel arrives, if necessary.
• Assists the Outdoor Recreation and Program Coordinator throughout the week and weekend
• Provides coverage in the absence of other personnel
• Promotes team-oriented environment; assists co-workers when necessary
• Conducts behavior in a professional manner to reflect positively on customer and staffs perception of SOAC facility.
• Assists with special events and programs conducted by Smyrna Parks and Town of Smyrna
• Performs any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

Must have the following:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Possess a valid Tennessee Driver's License
• Available and willing to work up to 40 hours each week, including evenings, most weekends, and some holiday
• Be comfortable working at height of 20 or more feet
• Current CPR/AED certification or willingness to obtain certification within 30 days of employment
• Must be able to operate a truck with trailer
• Must be able to operate non-motorized watercraft

Upon Hire

• Be able to learn belay and rope safety techniques (properly fit climbing equipment on guests and familiarize them to the safety equipment they will be using, conducts safety demonstrations for guests (physically climb the rock wall), provide and document daily inspections of the climbing course and safety equipment)

Supplemental Information

This is a SEASONAL position running until October 25th and is not eligible for benefits.

Performance Aptitudes

Data Utilization: Requires the ability to work with large amounts of data to include knowledge of parks and facilities locations, contents, and users. May also require ability to perform subsequent actions in relation to computational procedures.

Human Interaction: Requires the ability to exercise excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to provide assistance and direction to others regarding SOAC policies and procedures. Must be able to work independently and with a group.

Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Material Utilization: Requires the ability to use an assortment of office equipment such as a computer with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; fax machine, copier/scanner; label maker, phone with multiple lines, card scanner, calculator, postage machine, and alarm/lights system.

Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to express ideas and present information clearly, concisely, and effectively both orally and in writing. Requires the ability to use and interpret a variety of descriptive information.

Mathematical Aptitude: Must have basic mathematical aptitude. Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, and interpret graphs, along with the ability to solve problems involving decimals, percentages, and fractions.

Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to understand and execute instructions dictated in written or oral form. Requires the ability to work on multiple projects/tasks simultaneously.

Situational Reasoning: Detail oriented; requires the ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.

ADA Compliance

Physical Ability: Some tasks may require the ability to lift, pull, or push up to 75 lbs, although greater weights may be encountered. Must be able to grasp, crouch, stand, bend, swim, stoop, crawl, stretch, climb, and walk. Must have sufficient vision and hearing to read to or interact with people. Must have the dexterity and fitness sufficient to safely and proficiently operate, utilize, and maintain equipment and tools related to tasks. Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.

Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally. Must be able to assume and effectively organize a large number of duties, often concurrently.

Environmental Factors: Essential functions are performed in an office environment as well as field environment which may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dust, odors, temperature and noise extremes. Periods of heavy workloads are common. Conditions are generally agreeable (office environment). Will at times be exposed to elements of nature during field work including extreme heat or cold, rain, snow, and other unfavorable or inclement weather conditions

This position is not eligible for benefits.

01

Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you currently possess a VALID STATE-issued Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you able and willing to operate a truck with trailer?

• Yes
• No

04

Are you AVAILABLE and WILLING to work 40 hours each week, including evenings, most weekends and some holidays?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you comfortable working at a height of 20 OR MORE feet ?

• Yes
• No

06

Are you able and willing to operate non-motorized watercraft?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you possess current CPR/AED certification or do you have the willingness to obtain within 30 days of employment ?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Town of Smyrna

Address 315 South Lowry Street

Smyrna, Tennessee, 37167

Phone 615.355.5791

Website http://www.townofsmyrna.org