Building Attendant - CRC

PARK DISTRICT OF OAK PARK•Oak Park, IL

3d•$15 - $15•Onsite

About The Position

The Building Attendant supports the efficient operation of daily activities at the Park District of Oak Park’s Community Recreation Center. The role provides customer-service support, addresses participant concerns, assists with facility programming, and offers guidance when other facility leadership is not readily available. The position is part-time, averaging 16–19 hours per week, with hours varying across the listed shifts and days.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED required.
Obtain advanced CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications within one month of employment and keep them current; the District provides the training.
Knowledge, experience, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and computer applications, and ability to learn and use required Park District software systems.
Exceptional customer-service skills and ability to interact effectively with others.
Ability to complete required Park District training.
Ability to work with participants of all ages, enforce facility rules when necessary, and make sound decisions to protect visitors, facilities, and equipment.
Frequent walking, running, standing, reaching, and bending; frequent use of brooms, mops, and floor scrubbers.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without an accommodation.
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, direct staff effectively, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to communicate ideas and recommendations clearly and concisely; understand and carry out verbal and written instructions; and read and understand printed material.
Ability to solve problems, operate assigned equipment, communicate effectively, interpret and explain policies and procedures, follow safety guidelines, exercise sound judgment, and resolve conflict safely and calmly.

Nice To Haves

Some college preferred.
Supervisor experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Enforce facility rules, regulations, and policies.
Conduct facility walk-throughs to maintain safety and security.
Set up and break down rooms, and ensure rooms are clean and ready before scheduled activities.
Respond to member and participant suggestions, concerns, and complaints; follow up and help resolve issues.
Provide front-desk and customer-service support.
Operate equipment and troubleshoot equipment issues as needed.
Complete required facility and equipment inspections.
Monitor facility use against the schedule; open or close the building as assigned and ensure it is ready for operation.
Clean and maintain the facility and grounds, including bathrooms, locker rooms, windows, and floors.
Staff the fitness floor, gym floor, or play zone as needed.
Report work-related or patron injuries and incidents to a supervisor and/or Risk Management.
Build rapport with patrons and become familiar with their names, personalities, skills, and interests.
Monitor first-aid kit and gym supplies, maintain inventory, and requisition supplies as needed.
Perform maintenance tasks as needed.
Wear the Park District of Oak Park uniform at all times.
Assist with events and programs, attend specified staff meetings and training, and assist with snow removal as needed.
Communicate frequently and consistently with patrons about facility rules, safety, and other relevant information.
Complete other duties assigned by a supervisor or Park District administrative personnel.