Part-Time River Cashier

The Community Services Department is recruiting for three (3) seasonal Part-Time River Cashier positions for the 2025 river season. The season is expected to run from May 24, 2025 through September 1, 2025. These dates are subject to change.

This position is in the Community Services Department and works under the immediate supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, or assigned designee. This position is subject to the terms and conditions of employment as specified in the City's Personnel Policies & Procedures Manual. Please review the job description below for employment requirements.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/reedley to ensure that the application is complete at the time of submission. 

Applicants who do not have access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone may submit a paper application. Paper applications will only be accepted for open positions currently listed on the City's Employment Opportunities web page. Paper applications must be sent by U.S. mail to:

City of Reedley, Human Resources, c/o Recruitments, 845 G Street, Reedley, CA 93654

Applications must be postmarked by the recruitment deadline for consideration. Paper applications must be 1) filled out completely, 2) include the completed supplemental questionnaire included in the job posting, and 3) must be signed by the applicant. Failure to provide any of the requested information will render the application incomplete and the applicant will not be considered for this position. All work, education, and training information must be entered on the application. If you have held multiple positions with an employer, including the City of Reedley, please enter the information for each position separately. If you have previously applied for a position using governmentjobs.com/NeoGov, please make sure to update your profile to include all work and/or education experience that may have occurred after your profile was created. 

A resume may be attached, but is not a substitute for completing the application.  Failure to submit a completed application with attachments (if required) will disqualify you from consideration for the position.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo additional background clearance checks before the hiring process is complete.

For more information about applying for this position, you may contact the Community Services department at (559) 637-4203.

E.O.E.

• Exercises no supervision.

• Interacts with customers in a professional and courteous manner.
• Monitors vehicles and citizens that enter the park during times of operation.
• Collects fees for river entry, which may include cash and payment cards, and monitors this activity throughout the collection period.
• Maintains outdoor areas and ensures safety of participants and staff.
• Keeps assigned area clean and free of any and all safety hazards at all times.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Sets up barricades, signs, and any other equipment as necessary to effectively perform the duties of the position.
• Communicates effectively, with customers, staff, and other City officials.
• Submits all funds collected throughout the shift to the Community Services Department.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Policies and procedures of the river entry process.
• All fees associated with different types of vehicles entering the park.

Skill to:

• Analyze and solve problems.
• Make effective decisions.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Listen effectively.
• Manage stress.
• Manage Time.
• Perform basic mathematical calculations.

Ability to:

• Be respectful.
• Be sensitive and aware of cultural diversity.
• Be flexible.
• Solve problems.
• Demonstrate sound work ethics.
• Be consistent and fair.
• Enforce policies and rules with the public.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Operate mobile payment card technology to collect fees.

Education and Training Guidelines

Experience:

• Must be 18 or older.
• Customer service work experience is desirable.
• Spanish speaking skills are preferred but are not required.     

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED Credential.

Training:

• Attend department orientation and provided trainings.

License or Certificate:

• Must possess a valid California driver's license.

Special Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be lifting and carrying equipment, and may spend time sitting or standing for long periods of time. The temperatures are warm to hot conditions a majority of the time.  The employee will be expected to clean and maintain the equipment and area, and may move throughout the area of the park. The employee may come in contact with patrons who are ill and/or contagious, and must take precautions to ensure the health and safety of all customers, staff, and themselves.
• The employee will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. Some days may be busier than others. With the number of hours required to work, the employee may need to eat, or take a break during official work hours. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at the same time. The employee must be prepared to handle accidents and the Reedley Police Department to ask for help in a situation they may deem too difficult or stressful.
• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent(s) of this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of the position.
• Lifting, carrying and/or pushing 50 pounds or more on occasion.

Salary : $17 - $20