Event & Paddle Boat Crew Member

City of Gahanna; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic Event & Boat Crew Members to support various recreational activities. This role involves assisting with community events and managing outdoor programming, including the operation of kayaks and paddle boats. Ideal candidates will have excellent customer service skills and a passion for outdoor activities. The position requires a valid Ohio driver's license and a willingness to obtain CPR and First Aid certifications. Join a dynamic team where you can make a positive impact in your community while enjoying the great outdoors!

Benefits

Referral Bonus

Onboarding Bonus

Qualifications

• Completion of two years of high school or equivalent life experience.
• Must have a current CPR, First Aid, and AED certificate, or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Assist with events and services provided by the Parks & Recreation Department.
• Responsible for operation of the Creekside kayaks and paddle boats.
• Maintain area cleanliness and provide customer service.

Skills

Customer Service

Cash Handling

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Communication

Outdoor Recreation (Kayaking, Canoeing)

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Event & Boat Crew Members will assist the Recreation Superintendent and Recreation Coordinators with events and services provided by the Parks & Recreation Department including, but not limited to community events, Creekside kayaks & paddle boats, outdoor programming, and sports facility operations. Recreation Crew Members will be scheduled to work during the day, evening, weekend, or holiday hours.

The City has implemented two bonus programs for seasonal staff!

• Referral Bonus: Any applicant can refer up to 4 candidates ($50* per candidate). Rehires are not eligible to be referred but are encouraged to refer other candidates. When completing the online application, the applicant must include the first and last name of the person who referred them to apply. The person who referred the candidate does NOT need to be an active employee at the time of the application. (Family members are NOT eligible to be referred.)
• Onboarding Bonus: All seasonal employees that are fully onboarded and ready to work by May 1st will receive a $100* bonus. All applicable taxes will be deducted from the bonus payments.
• Assists the Parks and Recreation Department with the Recreation Division's programs and special events. Provides positive customer service.
• Responsible for operation of the Creekside kayaks and paddle boats, which includes checking daily reservations, maintaining boater safety, and providing instructions on how to use equipment.
• Maintains area cleanliness.
• Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned.

Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance is required. Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. A typical way to qualify is: completion of two years of high school or equivalent life experience.

Experience

• Minimum 18 years of age.

Licensure or Certification Requirements

• Current and valid Ohio driver's license with an acceptable driver's abstract in order to meet criteria for insurability established by the City of Gahanna.
• Must have a current CPR, First Aid, and AED certificate, or willingness to obtain.
• Provide general housekeeping of work area, including sweeping, dusting, or picking up trash.
• Monitoring safety of participants in the area or function assigned.
• General upkeep of equipment and supplies in the area or function assigned.
• May assist in providing customer service to the Parks & Recreation Department such as answering phones, fielding questions, enrolling participants in programs.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Knowledge of

• Office terminology, procedures and equipment.
• Operations of local government and/or a Parks and Recreation Department preferred.
• Outdoor recreation experience (kayaking or canoeing) preferred.

Skill in

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Cash drawer operations such as addition, subtraction and proper cash handling techniques.
• Utilizing Microsoft Office products, such as Excel and Word.

Ability to: (Mental and Physical Abilities)

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in written form.
• Follow complex written and oral directions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with city officials, business executives, other employees, and the general public.
• Exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; work requires stooping, reaching, walking, 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 at normal spoken word levels.
• Visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surrounding and activities.

Working Conditions

• Work may be performed outdoors, in hot or cold temperatures. Some work may occur in a normal office environment with little exposure to outdoor temperatures or dirt and dust.