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HAYWARD AREA RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT•Hayward, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Hayward Area Recreation and Park District (H.A.R.D.) is seeking Building Attendants to join their Facilities Team. This year-round, part-time position involves managing and assisting with events and rentals, including setting up tables and chairs for special events and serving as facility attendants for various H.A.R.D. facilities. Duties will involve interacting with community members during social gatherings and events. H.A.R.D. is an independent special use district providing park and recreation services for over 309,000 residents across a 100 square-mile area, operating over 135 parks and facilities. The mission is to enrich the quality of life for the community by providing recreation activities, parks, and facilities that promote health and wellness, learning, and fun. Under the general supervision of the Recreation Supervisor and with guidance from the Lead Building Attendant, the Building Attendant is responsible for the proper use of a recreational facility, making general preparations for rentals and recreational activities, and performing related work as required. Incumbents in this class are primarily responsible for performing building attendant duties but may also perform general duties to assist with building maintenance and operations.

Requirements

Ability to work with adults, children and families participating in a variety of facility rental activities
Ability to monitor compliance with District regulations and policies, and general safety practices related to facilities; firmly but tactfully enforce rules and regulations
Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies
Ability to maintain discipline, order and safety in a crowded and loud environment
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions
Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people
Ability to respond appropriately to changing situations and stressful conditions
Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of the work
Ability to perform basic and minor custodial duties
Ability to provide excellent customer service skills
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision; establish and maintain effective working relationship with facility users, staff, public and district employees
Ability to work nights, and weekends
Ability to safely transport, lift and handle bulky object weighting up to fifty pounds; within OSHA guidelines
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook and Google
Knowledge of standard safety rules and regulations related to public facilities
Completion of high school or equivalent
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must pass a fingerprint and/or background clearance prior to employment
A valid California Drivers License is required
Verification of ID and ability work in the USA

Nice To Haves

Some previous experience with facilities is desirable
Bi-lingual desirable
Completion of the Hepatitis B vaccination series is recommended

Responsibilities

Manage and assist with events and rentals
Set up tables and chairs for special events
Serve as facility attendants for various H.A.R.D. facilities
Interact with community members during social gatherings and events
Opens, secures and cleans facilities before and after rental or program use
Prepares facilities and sets up equipment (tables, chairs and other rental items) for scheduled facility rental or program activities/events
May assist in the implementation of District programs and special events
Promotes public safety at facilities by acting as a building attendant
Monitors patron activities in facilities to avoid and prevent accidents
Implements and monitors District policies and procedures
Enforces facility rental regulations
Cautions renters regarding unsafe practices
Calls District Rangers, or 9-1-1 and summons police, fire or ambulance services if necessary
Inspects and maintains facilities in proper working order
Ensures proper placement and availability in the facility
Inspects equipment and recommends maintenance and repair as needed
Maintains facility and bathroom areas in a safe and clean condition
Maintains good public relations
Maintains records of participation and completes required reports
Participate in training sessions
May provide input regarding program planning
At all times, demonstrates cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors and the public
Performs other duties as assigned