Recreation Attendant (Outdoor) - Seasonal

Description

(Seasonal, Non-Exempt)

Starting Wage: $12.00/hour                    Closing Date: Open Until Filled 

Shift/Workdays and Hours: Variable 

How to apply: Using the “apply” button on this page, please complete   the required online application. For general questions about the   position, contact Parks and Recreation at 785-587-2757.    

Job Summary 

Recreation Attendant staff will facilitate a positive experience for customers at a City of Manhattan Parks and Recreation facility or location, either indoor, outdoor, or both. Staff may be asked to serve in a lead role as required and/or provide service at a location other than their primary location. 

Job Duties 

• Provides excellent customer service and possesses a service philosophy which reflects the mission for the Parks and Recreation Department. 
• Greets customers as they enter the facility/location and ensures they are properly registered prior to use. 
• Opens and/or closes Parks & Recreation facilities/locations, both indoor and outdoor.  
• Maintains a professional appearance according to department policies, including the proper attire and footwear. 
• Notifies, instructs, and corrects customer behavior that is inconsistent with safety procedures. 
• Assists with set-up/tear down of events or activities (chairs, tables, bleachers, and other equipment). 
• Assists in ensuring a clean, organized, and safe facility/location, which includes light janitorial/cleaning tasks as directed by supervisors. 
• Moves throughout facility/location to monitor usage and supervises/assists customers as needed. 
• Acts as support staff for administrative staff and program supervisors. 
• Carries out all procedures exactly as described by the Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in times of emergency or crisis. EAP training will be provided by MPRD. 
• May supervise the fitness area and all members during operational hours.  
• May be required to maintain proficiency in computer data entry skills, including use of CivicRec and/or other software solutions. 
• May answer the phone in a cheerful, polite manner. Directs phone calls to the proper people. 
• May work in an after-school program setting for middle schoolers that includes monitoring participants, enforcing rules, and participating in activities. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

Required Education and Experience 

• Must be 18 years of age or older. 
• Valid driver’s license (Fall, Winter, & Spring).  

Preferred Education and Experience 

• Knowledge and experience of recreation and fitness, spots, game rules, and regulations. 

Physical Demands/Work Environment 

• Work will be performed at assigned location(s), which could be indoor and/or outdoor. 
• Staff will be required to work varied shifts daily including evenings, weekends and some holidays. 
• Employee may be required to work in extreme temperatures. 
• Work is performed in a potentially noisy environment. 
• Employee must have the ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands, handle, feel, speak, hear, climb stairs, push, pull, or lift up to 40 pounds. 

Other Information 

• This is a seasonal position and, as such, is not covered by KPERS. 
• Uniforms will be provided.