Recreation Coordinator - Hotel Hershey

Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Careers • Hershey, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the team at The Hotel Hershey, a luxury resort best known for its refined elegance, signature services, and abundant amenities. The Hotel Hershey is situated high atop the town of Hershey and has 326 guest rooms, including 19 Villas with 98 luxury sleeping rooms, as well as 25,000 square feet of meeting and function space. The 1930's hotel is a Historic Hotel of America and a AAA Four-Diamond Award winner. This position is responsible for planning and coordinating social and recreational activities and sporting events for The Hotel Hershey. As a Full-Time Team Member, you will enjoy sweet perks like FREE admission to Hersheypark, discounts, and more as soon as you receive your Employee ID! Your total compensation consists not only of the wage that you are paid, but also includes Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage beginning the first day of the next month after you begin working, 401K Contribution, paid time off, and so much more!

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Two (2) years experience in a recreation or pool setting.
• Current Ellis Lifeguarding, CPR and First Aid Certifications OR Willingness and ability to obtain the Certifications listed above.
• Must be able to obtain Pesticide applicators license and CPO/AFO certifications within 90 days of employment.
• This position may provide care, supervision, guidance, or control of children or may have regular, ongoing contact with children that is integral to the responsibilities of the position. As a result, in accordance with Pennsylvania's Child Protective Services Law, newly hired candidates are required to obtain the following clearances: a report of criminal history from the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), Child Abuse History Clearance from the Department of Human Services (Child Abuse), and Fingerprint-based federal criminal history submitted through the Pennsylvania State Police or its authorized agent (FBI). Completed clearances are required to be submitted prior to starting employment.
• Proven employee/guest relations, problem solving, and organization skills.
• Professional image representative of property image.

Nice To Haves

• College Degree in Recreation, preferred.
• Water Safety Instructor, a plus.
• Lifeguard Instructor Certification, a plus.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing activities, pool, and childcare, skate area, and sports complex.
• Assisting with hiring, training, scheduling, and evaluation of staff.
• Monitoring equipment and supplies.
• Developing and assisting with special events and themed weekends.
• Maintaining proper water conditions in swimming pools.
• Conducting and attending meetings.
• Assist with lifeguarding activity and childcare shifts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• FREE admission to Hersheypark
• discounts
• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• 401K Contribution
• paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree