Gate Attendant

East Bay Regional Park District; Dihlabeng Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Part time

Job summary

A regional park service is seeking seasonal Gate Attendants for the summer of 2026. This role involves greeting visitors, collecting fees, and assisting the public in enjoying park facilities. Ideal candidates enjoy outdoor work, have a strong work ethic, and can foster positive interactions with diverse park users. No prior experience is required, but candidates must be at least 15 ½ years old. Bilingual skills are highly desirable. Apply online for this unique opportunity to work in a beautiful environment and support community engagement.

Qualifications

• Age requirement: 15 ½ or older.
• No prior experience required.
• Bilingual or multi-lingual skills highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and collect park fees.
• Maintain kiosk operations and assist park users.
• Respond to visitor questions and convey park rules.

Skills

Enjoy working outdoors

Strong work ethic

Teamwork

Bilingual skills

Customer service principles

Job description

Are you looking for a summer job? Would you rather get paid work outside and support the public as they enjoy the beautiful parks that are available for all? If you answered Yes to these questions, then this is the opportunity for you! The East Bay Regional Park District is looking for former staff that are interested in working as Gate Attendants for the 2026 summer season. If you'd like to come work for the largest regional park district in the nation, then submit your online application today! Be sure to update your application information and answer all the supplemental questions thoroughly. Please note that if you previously worked in a hybrid role as a Gate Attendant/Student Laborer, you will have to apply for these positions separately to be considered for both. We are not hiring candidates in hybrid or dual roles for the upcoming 2026 season.

We Are Looking for People Who

• Enjoy working outdoors
• Like to interact with the public on a daily basis
• Have a strong work ethic and take initiative
• Want to work in a fast-paced, team setting

Vacancy Situation

These are seasonal positions, paid by the hour, typically not lasting more than six months in duration. Work schedules may be full‑time or part‑time depending on the needs of the park. Parks with an early need for part‑time and weekend work will be making job offers as their vacancies become open. Candidates interested in this opportunity are encouraged to apply as early as possible as this is the only opportunity to apply for this position as a returning Gate Attendant.

Potential Work Locations

• Unit 1: Del Valle (Livermore, CA); Sunol/Ohlone (Sunol, CA); Shadow Cliffs (Pleasanton, CA)
• Unit 2: Ardenwood (Fremont, CA); Coyote Hills (Fremont, CA); Cull Canyon (Castro Valley, CA); Don Castro (Hayward, CA); Garin (Hayward, CA); Quarry Lakes (Fremont, CA)
• Unit 3: Anthony Chabot Regional Park (Castro Valley, CA); Lake Chabot (Castro Valley, CA); Roberts (Oakland, CA); Temescal (Oakland, CA)
• Unit 4: Point Pinole (Richmond, CA)
• Unit 5: Kennedy Grove (El Sobrante, CA); Tilden (Berkeley, CA)
• Unit 6: Briones (Lafayette, CA); Diablo Foothills (Walnut Creek, CA)
• Unit 7: Contra Loma (Antioch, CA); Black Diamond (Antioch, CA)

Our Values

• Respect: We honor each other, the park users we serve, and the land we steward.
• Resilience: We creatively adapt to change. We address challenges with empathy, perspective, and determination.
• Relationships: Our greatest strength lies in the trust, accountability, and teamwork we cultivate with our colleagues, partners, and the public we serve.
• Responsiveness: We communicate openly, honestly, and reliably.
• Transparency: We hold the public's trust through meaningful stakeholder engagement and unfettered access to timely and reliable information on decisions and performance.

Greets visitors; opens up the kiosk for daily operation; collects park fees, provides accurate change, issues receipts, and accurately maintains deposit logs and accounts for all revenue collected during the shift; maintains inventories of necessary supplies; responds to visitor questions and assists park users, including providing brochures, giving directions, taking reservations, and conveying park rules and regulations; communicates with staff and public safety officials during emergencies; conducts litter pick‑up surrounding kiosk; opens parking and swimming areas; reports public hazards; and performs related duties as assigned.

Age: 15 ½ or older at the time of appointment.

Experience: None.

Other: Bilingual or multi‑lingual skills are highly desirable. Administrative and cash handling skills are also highly desirable.

Conditions of Employment

• Must pass a Level 1 background check.
• Required to wear a Park District uniform.
• May be required to work unusual hours, weekends, and holidays.
• May be required to work alone in the kiosk for extended periods of time between visitors and/or in inclement weather.
• Gate Attendants are required to work 1 season with a minimum of 350 hours before progressing to the next pay step.
• Gate Attendants have limited rights under Local 2428, American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME), AFL‑CIO.

Knowledge of

Park rules and regulations; cash handling procedures; park amenities including trails; basic math skills; how to operate automated cash drawer and other electronic equipment including phone and communications radio; excellent customer service principles; verbal communication skills and competent mathematical skills.

Ability to

Conduct monetary transactions in a variety of forms (cash, credit, electronic); handle cash, count correct change, record transactions; learn to operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications; follow directions; remain calm under pressure; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work at all levels, including a culturally diverse general public, with a focus on quality service to internal staff and external customers.

Application Materials

• A current East Bay Regional Park District application submitted online.
• Completed supplemental questions.

Candidates can only be considered for one seasonal position, not dual roles are permitted for the upcoming season.

Applications are accepted online only

Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you encounter problems while applying online, please contact NeoGov Help Desk toll-free at [phone].

Selection Process

Application materials for all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be reviewed by a screening panel to select the best qualified for testing and/or interview. Candidates whose qualifications best match District needs will be invited to participate in the examination process, consisting of a 15‑minute online math/cash‑handling test (new Gate Attendants only). Human Resources will establish a hiring list as a result of this exam and candidates on the list are eligible for referral to the hiring supervisors for interviews and possible selection. Possession of minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to test and/or interview.

Pursuant to the Federal Immigration and Reform Act of 1986, all applicants who are hired will be required to provide proof of identity and appropriate work authorization documents prior to commencement of employment.

Background Check

The individuals chosen for hire must be able to pass a criminal background check prior to employment.

Special Testing Arrangements

If you require special arrangements due to a verified disability or medical condition, please contact the Human Resources Department at 510-544-2154.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The East Bay Regional Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects a diverse workforce and community. It is committed to promoting an equitable and inclusive workspace that is welcoming to all. Applicants from all backgrounds and life experiences are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.