Recreation Attendant

MADDEN BROTHERS INC; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Madden’s, an award-winning resort on over 1,000 acres in Brainerd, MN, is seeking Seasonal Recreation Attendants for the 2026 season. This position will perform all recreation duties and activities, including daily programs, holiday events, and conference recreation.

Applicants should have excellent communication skills, strong reading, math and computer abilities, and a proactive, team-oriented attitude. Work is mainly at the Recreation Building with varied summer hours, including nights and

Qualifications

• Certificate from college, technical school or accredited facility; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination and experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of department programs, events, and activities; answer guest questions regarding such programs.
• Implement programs, special events, and conference recreation events (such as scavenger hunts and team building programs).
• Understand operating procedures for all recreation areas from rentals, safety protocols, and interactions with guests, including Adventure Cove.
• Maintain cleanliness of the recreation areas, Tennis and Croquet areas, Marina, Adventure Cove, game rooms, and any other locations that Recreation Manager or Director requests.
• Record all cash, checks, and charges based on established cash control procedures.
• Complete opening, closing, and daily procedures checklists.
• Provide a safe environment within facilities and activities.
• Process recreation passes as needed.
• Incorporate safe work practices in job performance.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Reading

Math

Computer skills

Time management

Teamwork

Brainerd Lakes area knowledge

Calm under pressure

Proactive attitude

Education

Certificate from college/technical school or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Brainerd, MN 56401

Position Type: Part-Time

Education Level: None

Salary Range: $14.00 - $18.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Job Category: Recreation

Madden'sis an award-winning resort, located on more than 1,000 acres, that anticipates the wishes and desires of vacationers and offers them fantastic golf, upscale dining, lakeside spa, tennis, activity programs for children, biking, shopping, and art gallery with painting classes and almost every kind of on-the-water recreation possible in Minnesota, including fishing. Madden’s has distinguished itself by an emphasis on gracious hospitality, quality, and diversity. Our philosophy is simply to provide the best that Minnesota has to offer. Madden’s is currently seeking Seasonal Recreation Attendants for the 2026 season.This position will perform all recreation duties and activities regarding Madden’s operations to include daily activity programs, holiday, special events, and conference activities.

Duties and Responsibilites

• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of department programs, events, and activities. Answers guest questions regarding such programs.


• Implementation of programs, special events, and conference recreation events (such as scavenger hunts and team building programs etc.)


• Understanding of operating procedures for ALL recreation areas from rentals, safety protocols, and interactions with guests, including Adventure Cove.


• Maintains cleanliness of the recreation areas, Tennis and Croquet areas, Marina, Adventure Cove, game rooms, and any other locations that Recreation Manager or Director requests.


• Records all cash, check, and charges based on established cash control procedures.


• Completes checklist for opening, closing, and daily procedures.


• Provides safe environment within facilities and activities.


• Processes recreation passes as needed.


• Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.


• Regular and reliable attendance.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.


• Advanced reading, math, and computer skills.


• Ability to effectively manage time and complete all delegated work within the specified time.


• Ability to work in a team and coordinate work functions with fellow workers.


• Knowledge of the Brainerd Lakes area is preferred.


• Must be able to keep a calm, professional manner under stressful situations.


• Maintains a proactive “Can Do” attitude.

Education/Experience

Certificate from college, technical school or accredited facility; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination and experience.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

Work is performed mainly at our Recreation Building, both inside and outside.

Physical Demands

Primarily stationery such as sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time. Must have the ability to stand, walk, talk/hear, both in person and by telephone, occasionally required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch and lift up to 50-pound boxes and items sometimes repeatedly. Ability to participate in physical activities for prolonged periods.

Expected Hours of Work

Varying work schedule during summer months including nights and weekends.

Travel

Less than 10% travel is required.