Marina Attendant (Part-Time)

City of Hollywood, Florida • Fl, FL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

This is responsible work in the operation and maintenance of a marina facility. The Marina Attendant handles the day-to-day administration of municipal dockage and watercraft fueling facilities, ensuring work is performed according to established procedures. Supervision is received from an off-site superior, who makes assignments and reviews work through personal observation and oral reports.

The position involves accepting dockage applications, discussing boaters’ needs, fueling boats, maintaining activity records, distributing notices to boat owners, keeping marina areas clean and hazard-free, and overseeing or participating in minor facility repairs. Work takes place outdoors under all types of weather conditions and may involve moderate to very heavy physical activity and exposure to insects, animals, and other hazards. The position is part-time.

Requirements

• High school graduation or GED.
• Successful completion of a Coast Guard boating safety course.
• Six months of experience at a dockage facility.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance.
• Acceptable background record and driving record.
• Knowledge of dock and ancillary-facility operation and maintenance requirements, nautical terms and marine customs, supervisory principles and practices, and federal customs and immigration laws.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to regulate docking activities at a municipal berthing facility and handle a variety of boats in an emergency.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and maintain an effective record-keeping system.
• Knowledge of computers in a Windows 95 environment and marine-oriented finance software, including Word and Excel.
• Ability to swim.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including sedentary through very heavy work and activities such as balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, grasping, handling, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, standing, stooping, and walking.
• Successful applicants must pass an extensive background investigation. A medical examination, which may include drug screening, is required before appointment.
• Newly hired employees must sign an affidavit affirming they have not used tobacco or tobacco products during the year before applying and will remain non-users throughout City employment.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience at a dockage facility.
• Additional education and experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience, may be substituted for the stated requirements.

Responsibilities

• Accept applications for boat dockage, discuss boaters’ needs, and fuel boats.
• Keep records and prepare comprehensive reports related to marina activities.
• Distribute materials, messages, or notices to boat owners.
• Maintain the marina area, ensure cleanliness, and contact Public Works for lawn care or other facility maintenance assistance.
• Keep the general area free of hazards and debris.
• Oversee and participate in minor facility repairs.
• Represent the City effectively and positively when working with colleagues and clients.
• Establish and maintain effective, professional relationships with colleagues, supervisors, managers, berthing patrons, and the public.
• Perform related work as required for the position.

Benefits

• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance and flexible spending plans.
• Four-day work week.
• Award-winning wellness program.
• Paid time off, including 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, personal leave, and sick leave.
• Potential eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness for employees with 10 years of public service and on-time payments.
• Pension plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED