Recreation Attendant (Part-Time)

City of North Port; North Port (FL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

City of North Port is seeking a Recreation Assistant to support operations, programming and services at parks, facilities and events. The role reports to the Recreation Supervisor and requires comfort with front-line guest service, registrations, and rentals.

The position involves cashiering, data entry, set-up/breakdown, and assisting with safety and emergency procedures. Candidates should have a high school diploma and 1–2 years in customer service.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service or recreation settings is preferred.
• Familiarity with data entry, registrations and basic office tasks.
• Ability to follow policies and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Assists with coordination and instruction of programming and activities.
• Provides front line services at parks and facilities, including registrations and rentals.
• Completes sales transactions and reports, following cash handling protocols.
• Responds to inquiries and provides general information to patrons.
• Monitors activities and enforces rules to ensure safety.
• Supports opening, closing, and securing facilities and event setups.
• Inspects equipment, maintains cleanliness, and tracks inventory.
• Assists with special events and marketing/outreach efforts.

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

Cash handling

Communications

Emergency response

Education

High School Diploma

1–2 years CS experience

Tools

POS systems

MS Office

Job description

This is a responsible position assisting with operations, programming, services and activities at various facilities, parks and special events. Work is performed under general supervision of the Recreation Supervisor.

• Assists with coordination and instruction of programming and activities.
• Provides front line services at various parks and facilities, including data entry, registrations, facility rentals, collecting fees, concession services (if applicable) and generating associated reports.
• Completes point of sale, admission, pass and membership sale transactions following cash handling protocols.
• Receives and responds to inquiries and provides general information to patrons and public.
• Monitors activities, programs, rentals and enforces park and facility rules to ensure a safe environment.
• Ensures that medical assistance is readily available, including CPR, First Aid, and follows appropriate reporting requirements when necessary.
• Assists with opening, closing, and securing facilities in compliance with policies and procedures.
• Performs light housekeeping and provides operational support with set up and break down of rentals, programs, activities and events..
• Inspects equipment and facilities for proper condition, cleanliness and safety and maintains quality appearance of work site.
• Monitors inventory and efficiently utilizes materials and supplies, notifying supervisor of any deficiencies or shortages.
• Follows proper health, safety and sanitation procedures as applicable.
• Assists with special events and specialty projects as needed.
• Supports Department marketing and outreach efforts.

(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed.Employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned, including City directed work assignments in the event of a declared emergency. )

• Knowledge of recreational programs, activities and services.
• Knowledge of the techniques, tools, materials and equipment used in the delivery of recreational programs and events.
• Knowledge of basic office equipment and procedures.
• Skilled in the use of small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
• Skilled in using computers for data entry, word processing and accounting purposes.
• Ability to work varied hours during days, nights, weekends and some holidays.
• Ability to understand and enforce rules and regulations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and maintain simple records.
• Ability to communicate clear y and effectively with other employees and the public.
• Ability to think clearly in emergency situations when necessary.
• Ability to plan, organize and use mature judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions in accordance with established policy.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma is preferred.
• One (1) to two (2) years of customer service experience in recreation, aquatics or related field.

(A comparable amount of relevant training, education and/or experience may be substituted for the above qualifications.)

Licenses and Certifications

• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Florida driver's license by date of hire.
• Possession of or ability to obtain CPR/First Aid certification within first year of employment.
• Possession of or ability to obtain Food Handler Certification as required.

Emergency Response Responsibility

Every City employee has emergency response responsibilities, though not every position will require routine assignments during an emergency event. All employees are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the normal work location, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official job description. Assignments in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature, with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites with physically and operationally challenging conditions.

Veterans Preference Statement

The City of North Port, FL is an Affir