Recreation Attendant

City-of-Manassas,-Va; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Manassas Recreation division is seeking part-time Recreation Attendants to be the welcoming face at parks and facilities across the City. You will handle admissions, assist with event and program setup, and help carry out planned activities for parks and recreation programs.

The position emphasizes strong communication, the ability to work independently or with a team, and a flexible schedule. A post-offer background check and drug testing may apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service environments preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be at least 15 years old by the time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Handles admissions and collects program fees.
• Provides information and answers questions from the public.
• Maintains cash drawer and balances cash as needed.
• Sets up and tears down events and programs at parks and facilities.
• Supports safety policies during programs and events.
• Receives, records, and documents program participation.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Cash handling

Job description

Are you looking for a fun and exciting part-time job? Consider working with the City of Manassas Recreation division! The Community Development Department is seeking positive team players to work in the Division of Parks Culture and Recreation. We have immediate openings for Recreation Attendants to be the visible point person for the community at the parks, and facilities throughout the City. This position is responsible for admissions, event/program set up and break down, and carrying out plans and activities for parks and recreation programs and events. We are looking for responsible individuals, who have excellent communication skills and the ability work independently.

This announcement is to establish an eligibility list. Positions may be filled at any time.

Performs attendant responsibilities at parks and facilities to include:

• admissions
• customer service
• provides information
• responds to questions
• calculates admission fees if applicable
• receives monies for payment of admissions or programs
• gives change
• balances cash drawer
• maintains related documentation

Follows recreation coordinator plans to assist with recreation and athletic programs and events. Monitors the use of equipment and facilities, monitors programs and events to ensure compliance with applicable safety policies and practices.

Other responsibilities include:

• Maintains and prepares equipment and facilities for ongoing programs, athletics, and events
• Performs reception duties and maintains related records.

Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the Parks, Culture & Recreation Staff, patrons, program participants, contracted staff, sport officials, Safety Officer, and the public.

Performs related duties as assigned.

A combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities in customer service environments and/or recreation programs.

Must be at least 15 years old by the time of hire.

Must have the ability to work independently and as part of a group; must exhibit strong communication skills, the ability to follow instructions and have a flexible schedule.

A post-offer, pre-employment drug test is required. Plus background screening for individuals 18 or older.

Because this position is open as an eligibility list, it may take several weeks before you have a status notification.