Recreation Assistant -- Sequoyah State Park Lodge

Job Posting Title

Recreation Assistant -- Sequoyah State Park Lodge

Agency

566 DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM AND RECREATION

Supervisory Organization

Sequoyah Lodge

Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

January 01, 2099

Full/Part-Time

Part time

Job Type

Seasonal (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Compensation

$12/hour part-time/seasonal

Job Description

Basic Purpose

Under the guidance and instruction of the Recreation Coordinator, this position will provide lodge and park visitors with guided and self-led recreational activities and programming.

Seasonal Employees may work up to 40 hours each week during the park's busy season generally ending about September 30 each year.

Sequoyah Lodge is located in Sequoyah State Park with 150 lodging accommodations: 104 Lodge Rooms & Suites, 44 Duplex & Quadplex Cottage Units, a Lakehouse Cottage that sleeps 14, and a Bunkhouse that sleeps 38.

Typical Function

• Assists with recreational activities at the lodge and park; interprets the natural and cultural resources of the park area; leads outdoor activities such as fishing and nature walks.

• Constructs and maintains trails and displays within park nature centers.

• Directs recreational programs and social activities programs for users of state facilities.

• Plans, schedules, coordinates and directs recreational programs including arts and crafts, land and water sports, table games, hikes, tram rides, nature appreciation, and social functions.

• Provides tours of facilities, natural resources, and recreation areas; provides detailed information concerning state facilities or tourist attractions.

• Responsible for the maintenance of the swimming pools to the requirements of the OK State Department of Health.

• Responsible for the maintenance of the tennis courts, volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, and poolside courtyard.

• Performs related work as required and assigned.

Skills and Knowledge

Knowledge of recreation programs and of methods involved in conducting a recreational program. Skill in conducting group activities; in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with facility staff or tourists; and, in communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.

Education and Experience

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Must have or obtain CPR certification. Certification must be kept current.

• Must be able to perform tasks that involve regular bending, stooping, squatting, walking and lifting of items up to 50 lbs.

• Some locations will require a valid Driver's License

• Experience with leading recreational activities preferred. Must be at least 18 years or older.

All applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit a background check.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.