Park Assistant

City of St. Robert•St. Robert, MO

17h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for assisting in the oversight of recreation facility scheduling, special event planning and organization, and performs those administrative duties that support the day to day operation of the City parks and recreational facilities.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in customer service.
Any combination of education and experience sufficient to perform duties of position.
Knowledge of City park regulations and policies.
Knowledge of office procedures, methods, and equipment with particular reference to receiving and accounting for the receipt of cash.
Knowledge of basic mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication
Knowledge of City purchasing procedures and policies.
Knowledge of principles and procedures of record keeping and reporting.
Ability to enforce facility rules and regulations firmly, tactfully, and impartially.
Ability to explain the safe and proper use of park facilities and equipment.
Skilled in preparing and maintaining accurate and complete department records.
Ability to respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with the general public, other City departments and public organizations.
Ability to recognize a problem and develop a solution.
Ability to exercise sound independent judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.
Ability to communicate effectively with customers and other city employees.
Skilled in the proper grammar and the use of English in speaking and writing.
Skilled in computer operations and applications, including word processing and spreadsheets.
Operate a computer, Ach terminal, fax machine, calculator, cash register, copier, and other modern office equipment.
Ability to report for work and perform the essential functions of the job for a complete workday to include weekends and holidays.
Display discretion, confidentiality, and integrity in performance of duties.
Ability to organize, multi-task, and plan work to meet deadlines.
Valid Missouri Driver’s License.
American Red Cross Lifeguard within twelve months of employment.
American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor’s (WSI) Certification within twelve months of employment.
CPR and First Aid Certification within three months of employment.
Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) Certification within twelve months of employment.
Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) within twelve months of employment.
Certified Playground Safety within one year.
Certified Park Facility Operator.

Nice To Haves

Ability to create an increased public interest in recreational special events.
Ability to solicit community and organizational support for City recreation special events.

Responsibilities

Provide information and assistance to the public and other employees regarding parks and recreation services, facility use rules and regulations.
Record details of attendance, sales, receipts, reservations, or repair activities.
Monitor activities to ensure adherence to rules and safety procedures, or arrange for the removal of unruly patrons.
Schedule the use and reservation of all City recreational facilities and park amenities.
Sell memberships and collect daily admission fees from customers.
Keep informed of shut-down and emergency evacuation procedures.
Clean recreational equipment, facilities, or grounds.
Prepare and distribute news releases and publicity information including flyers and brochures.
Compile participation and attendance reports for all City sponsored recreational activities and special events.
Resolve routine problems or complaints regarding recreational services or programs.
Maintain petty cash and concession change funds.
Maintain daily deposits and submit and maintain credit card payments
Sell and serve concessions to customers as necessary.
Maintain inventories of equipment and supplies.
Assists with requisitioning of merchandise, concessions, materials and equipment.
Assists the Maintenance Technician and Grounds Technician personnel in maintaining recreational facilities and grounds.
Opens and/or closes recreational facilities.
Assists in coordinating City sponsored recreational special events and community organization events.
Assists for accounting and collection of patronage fees and memberships.
Assists for daily cash receipts and accounts for deposit and safekeeping according to established written policy and procedures.
Assists for organization of recreational facility records and files.
Assists in the preparation of various studies, reports and related recreational information for decision-making purposes.
Utilizes computer system applications for golf course and facilities.
Performs other related duties as directed.
Certified Lifeguards.
Able to give swim lessons.