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.

The City of Manhattan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and believe the best workplaces bring together employees with diverse skill sets, backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints to achieve common goals. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any basis protected by law.