Activities Attendant

City of Lenexa; Lenexa, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Lenexa is seeking an Activities Attendant to support birthday parties, events, and youth recreation programs at Lenexa facilities. The role involves preparing spaces, supervising activities, and maintaining a safe, welcoming environment.

The position is part-time year-round, with a typical schedule of 5–10 hours per week across multiple venues and shifts such as mornings, afternoons, and weekends. At least 16 years old and First Aid/AED certification within 60 days are required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Ability to communicate clearly with participants, parents, and staff.
• Ability to provide positive customer service.
• First Aid/AED Certification required within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and supervision during programs, parties, and events
• Open, close, and monitor gymnasium and activity spaces
• Set up, adjust, clean, and tear down equipment, tables, and chairs
• Monitor participants to ensure a safe and secure environment
• Enforce facility, equipment, and program rules
• Complete required reports and documentation
• Operate and maintain equipment and supplies
• Administer First Aid and CPR when necessary
• Assist with facility-wide events and other facility needs

Skills

Customer service

Clear communication

Positive attitude

Team coordination

Job description

The Activities Attendant supports recreation programs and facility operations at Lenexa facilities by providing customer service, supervising activities and events, and maintaining a safe and welcoming environment.

Schedule:

This is a part-time, year-round position supporting our Birthday Party and Gym for Me program. Employees typically work 5-10 hours per week. Shifts will vary and are scheduled within the days and times listed below.

• Mondays and Wednesdays 8:45am - 11:15am at the Lenexa Old Town Activity Center.
• Tuesdays 8:15am - 11:30am at the Lenexa Rec Center.
• Saturdays 8:30am - 4:30pm
• Sundays 11:00am - 5:00pm

Position Summary:

Under the general guidance of the Recreation Specialist, the Activities Attendant supports birthday parties, events, and recreation programs by preparing spaces, monitoring gymnasium areas, enforcing facility rules, and maintaining cleanliness and safety throughout the facility.

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service and supervision during programs, parties, and events
• Open, close, and monitor gymnasium and activity spaces
• Set up, adjust, clean, and tear down equipment, tables, and chairs
• Monitor participants to ensure a safe and secure environment
• Enforce facility, equipment, and program rules
• Complete required reports and documentation
• Operate and maintain equipment and supplies
• Administer First Aid and CPR when necessary
• Assist with facility-wide events and other facility needs

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 16 years of age
• Ability to communicate clearly with participants, parents, and staff
• Ability to provide positive customer service
• First Aid/AED Certification required within 60 days of hire

The rate of pay is

$15.50 per hour.

Physical and Environmental Factors:

Work is performed in a busy community and activity center environment. This position requires frequent standing and walking, occasional lifting and moving of tables, chairs, and activity equipment, and the ability to set up and tear down event spaces. Duties may include repetitive motions, extended periods of standing or sitting, exposure to noise, temperature changes, and general activity-related hazards.

Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen. A background check is required for applicants aged 18 and older.