Recreation Center Attendant - (Part-Time)

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: As part of our dedicated Programming team, you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring the cleanliness, safety, and enjoyment of our community spaces. Under the guidance of our Programs Manager, your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of tasks. From conducting daily operations to overseeing rentals, you’ll have a direct impact on the well-being of our residents. This position will mainly be located at the Recreation Barn, however, assistance with programs and events off-site is also expected.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS:

· Providing excellent customer service to all citizens and staff.

· As a friendly face of our organization, you’ll engage with participants of all ages, ensuring their safety and enjoyment during programs.

· You’ll be a valuable point of contact for any issues that arise during events, programs, and rentals providing prompt assistance and problem-solving to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all involved.

· Your dedication to excellence will be evident as you set up for events, rentals, facilities maintenance, and programs.

· Conducts assignments as required.

· Sets up activity equipment such as tables, chairs, electronics, etc.

· Cleans recreation equipment and facilities, including restrooms during each shift.

· Occasionally assist instructors and participants during recreational programs; on-site during rentals and assisting with questions, and rental check in/out as well assisting with issues as they arise.

· Performs administrative tasks such as filling out paperwork, answering telephones, registration, handling payments for registration and rentals.

· Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

· Previous experience working programs within Parks & Recreation preferred.

· Ability to work effectively with people of all ages and backgrounds, strong creativity and socialization skills.

· Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and public speaking skills will allow you to engage with a diverse community and deliver information effectively.

· Ability to maintain composure and remain calm during emergencies or high stress situations.

· Preferred to have knowledge of the objectives and ideals of public recreation, including an understanding of activities that make up a parks and rec programs and events.

· Building effective teamwork and establishing positive relationships with colleagues, external agencies, and the public are essential qualities we are looking for.

· Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint or a willingness to learn these tools will streamline your administrative tasks.

· The ability to analyze information and make recommendations will ensure clarity and efficiency in your work.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· This is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

· Work requires balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, full use of fingers, grasping, and repetitive motions.

· Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, peripheral vision, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, use of work, and observing general surrounds and activities.

· Employee is subject to noise and must be able to work in environmental conditions of extreme cold, extreme heat, hazards and atmospheric conditions.

· Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

· High School degree

· Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree with a concentration in Parks and Recreation is preferred but not required.

· Experience working with children and adults in a recreational setting is preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Possession of a valid driver’s license in the state of North Carolina and/or South Carolina.

· Ability to obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications within three months of employment or as requested.

· The position will require after hours and weekend support responsibilities, as well as working on some holidays for Town events. Note that 95% of events and programs are mandatory attendance from Parks and Recreation staff.

BENEFITS: No benefits are offered for this part time position.

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 20 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evenings as needed
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Waxhaw, NC 28173 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Waxhaw, NC 28173: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14 - $16