Facility + Field Attendant

US Lawns; Winnetka (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Winnetka Park District is seeking part-time game-day staff in Winnetka to assist during athletic events. The role requires arriving an hour before game time in Park District apparel, checking field conditions, and helping manage indoor activities as needed.

Applicants should be at least 16, have strong communications, reliability, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Customer service, safety enforcement, and occasional scorekeeping are part of the duties.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Must possess strong communications skills, be responsible, polite, dependable, and punctual.
• Must have the ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Must have some knowledge of sports.

Responsibilities

• Arrive at game site one hour before game time, wearing Winnetka Park District apparel.
• Check ball field conditions to ensure they are playable.
• During indoor activities, monitor gymnasium to ensure that equipment is set up as needed for the event and that the gymnasium is in order.
• Be helpful and visible to parents, coaches, and spectators while on duty. Provide excellent customer service.
• Answer questions and address concerns in a professional and helpful manner.
• At the end of each game, be sure all equipment and supplies are stored in the appropriate area.
• If an injury occurs, complete the appropriate accident report per the District's accident reporting guidelines and contact the Facility + Field Supervisor on duty or the Recreation Manager
• If requested to do so, acts as scorekeeper.
• Enforces all safety standards and Park District rules and policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Sports knowledge

Job description

Job Description

Pay: $17-$18

Qualifications: Must be at least 16 years of age. Must possess strong communications skills, be responsible, polite, dependable, and punctual. Must have the ability to work independently with little supervision. Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds. Position requires some knowledge of sports.

Duties:

1. Arrive at game site one hour before game time, wearing Winnetka Park District apparel. Apparel provided by the Park District.
2. Check ball field conditions to ensure they are playable.
3. During indoor activities, monitor gymnasium to ensure that equipment is set up as needed for the event and that the gymnasium is in order.
4. Be helpful and visible to parents, coaches, and spectators while on duty. Provide excellent customer service.
5. Answer questions and address concerns in a professional and helpful manner.
6. At the end of each game, be sure all equipment and supplies are stored in the appropriate area.
7. If an injury occurs, complete the appropriate accident report per the District's accident reporting guidelines and contact the Facility + Field Supervisor on duty or the Recreation Manager
8. If requested to do so, acts as scorekeeper.
9. Enforces all safety standards and Park District rules and policies.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

Applicant Note: Questions about the position may be directed to the Recreation Manager of Athletics, James Janesku, at [e-mail]

Company Description

The Winnetka Park District is one of five units of local government in Winnetka. Our properties cover nearly five square miles and include 26 parks, five beaches, a boat launch, two golf courses, a tennis center, an ice arena, platform tennis courts, and athletic fields. We provide a full range of year-round recreation programs, including athletics, fitness programs, education programs, camps, and special events.

Benefits

Use of some Park District programs and facilities, including:

• Free skating and complimentary skate rental, if needed, at Winnetka Ice Arena Public Skate.
• 50% off the resident daily admission rate for swimming beaches and the boat launch.
• And more

EEO Statement

Winnetka Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Employment with Winnetka Park District is governed based on merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, age, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, marital status, mental or physical disability, pregnancy or related medical conditions or any other legally protected status.

The District complies with federal and State disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Director at [e-mail], or by phone [phone].