Recreation Attendant

Madden's on Gull Lake; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Madden's on Gull Lake is seeking Seasonal Recreation Attendants for the 2026 season. You will run daily activity programs, host events, and support conference recreation duties in a resort setting.

Ideal candidates bring strong communication, time management, and teamwork skills, plus a helpful, professional demeanor. The role involves varied shifts, including weekends and evenings, at our Recreation Building and outdoor areas.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Advanced reading, math, and computer skills.
• Ability to manage time and complete tasks on schedule.
• Team player with the ability to coordinate with others.
• Knowledge of the Brainerd Lakes area is preferred.
• Calm, professional demeanor under stress.
• Proactive 'Can Do' attitude.

Responsibilities

• Keeps up-to-date knowledge of programs, events, and activities; answers guest questions.
• Implements programs, special events, and conference recreation activities.
• Follows procedures for all recreation areas including rentals and safety.
• Maintains cleanliness of recreation areas and facilities.
• Records cash, checks, and charges per cash-control procedures.
• Completes opening, closing, and daily checklists.
• Provides a safe environment within facilities and activities.
• Processes recreation passes as needed.
• Maintains safe work practices and regular attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Reading

Math

Computer Skills

Time Management

Teamwork

Local Knowledge

Education

Certificate or related training

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.