OST Counselor - 2025 - 2026

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : OST Counselor Department : Parks and Recreation Hourly Rate : $16.00 per hour

Hours - 1 : 45 pm - 6 : 15 pm

Position Summary :

The Out-of- School Time (OST) Counselor is responsible for assisting and implementing recreational activities and providing supervision for participants within the guidelines of DPRD. The OST Counselor is an integral member overseeing administrative tasks, programs, and assisting other Parks and Recreation staff. Work involves extensive public contact working knowledge of department procedures, and overall City Operations.

• Develops, promotes, and organizes programming for all ages.
• Recruits community members to participate in new and ongoing programs.
• Responds to all inquiries and complaints or refer to the appropriate person.
• Effectively manages self through the independent initiation and accomplishment of tasks.
• Provides supervision for facility and appearance including light janitorial duties such as sweeping, cleaning restrooms and other areas of the facilities.
• Enforces program rules and supervises program areas.
• Responsible for preparing programs and activities and setting up the facility for programs.
• Responds to requested information by providing knowledge of the division’s services, operations, and activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications :

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How to Apply : All applications must be submitted online at www.decaturga.com.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Decatur is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.