• Job Description

  Req#: 35715
  The Salvation Army , an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has an opening for a full-time Recreation League Assistant for the Southern Territory, Memphis Kroc Center located in Memphis, Tennessee.
  Job Summary
  Assist the Recreation Department in the implementation and coordination of gym activity, leagues and programming. The Recreation League Assistant will assist in organizing, planning, and coordinating Recreational activities as directed by the Recreation Coordinator. This may require preparation or cleaning of equipment and facilities for various sports such as soccer, flag football, basketball, ultimate frisbee, pickleball and other sporting activities.
  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  Knowledge of general office principles, practices and procedures.
  Knowledge of the principles and practices of the coordination of personnel.
  Ability to motivate a spirit of unity, loyalty, and helpfulness within and among staff.
  Ability to plan and complete work in a manner to ensure compliance with deadlines.
  Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
  Education and Experience
  Bachelor’s degree in Physical Fitness, Health and Fitness, Exercise and Fitness, Sports Management, Sports Psychology or other equivalent degree.
  -And-
  Two years of experience working in a gymnasium and/or sports league setting.
  -Or-
  Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
  Ability to meet attendance requirements.
  Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
  Work requires the ability to lift and carry and/or push/pull moderately heavy (25-50lbs.) materials, supplies, and equipment. Moderate mobility: duties are usually performed by combinations of sitting, standing, and walking on a frequent change basis.
  Ability to plan work priorities, evaluate work performances and provide recommendations for improving productivity and efficiency of work.
  Maintain a variety of internal and external contacts and work cooperatively with superior and subordinate staff.
  Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work in order to accomplish work in compliance with quality standards and deadlines.
  Additional Comments:
  All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.
  
  To apply, please select the "Apply Now" icon at the bottom of this positing.
  
  Application Submittal Period: 5/9/2025 – 6/9/2025
  
  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
  
  Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
  To apply, please complete our on-line application at www.salvationarmycareers.org. Click Apply and input the job name or job requisition number designated.

• About the company

  The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

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