Recreation Facility Attendant - Aquatics SEA

WAUKEGAN PARK DISTRICT•Waukegan, IL

1d•$15 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

The Recreation Facility Attendant monitors and assists with the operation of the facility, programs, and events, and implements related practices and procedures. The role may include opening and closing the facility before and after rentals, setting up and taking down tables, chairs, and equipment, supervising rental groups, and ensuring patron safety. The attendant must follow Waukegan Park District policies and procedures. The position provides customer service to rental groups and patrons, processes admission or parking payments, and manages cash station activities, including balancing funds and preparing reports. It also supports program and event planning, maintains supplies and work areas, performs facility and equipment upkeep, conducts safety inspections, and assists with records and work orders. Duties may include driving District vehicles to transport equipment, cleaning bodily fluids after accidents, contacting emergency personnel as needed, attending meetings and training, and assisting with other recreation programs and special events. This is a seasonal position offering 10 to 20 hours per week, with variable days and hours. Available shifts include weekday mornings from 4:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and weekend mornings from 6:45 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Evening, weekend, and holiday work may be assigned.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years old.
First Aid/CPR/AED certification is required within one year of hire.
Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as assigned.
Reliable, dependable, and punctual.
Communicates effectively verbally and in writing.
Able to perform duties with minimal supervision, follow through on assignments, and make timely and effective decisions.
Able to organize paperwork and operate vehicles, cash registers, office machines, or other equipment needed for the job.
Able to oversee cash, balance funds and cash registers, and use basic math, reading, and writing skills.
Able to work independently and cooperatively with supervisors, coworkers, the public, contractors, vendors, community groups, and media.
Able to work under deadline and issue-related stress and remain calm in emergencies.
Able to follow procedures, solve problems, and respond appropriately to internal and external contacts.
Must maintain a positive image and neat appearance.
Must drive safely and appropriately in all conditions.

Nice To Haves

High school graduation preferred.
Part-time or seasonal work with a recreation agency preferred.
General knowledge of recreation principles and philosophy.
Basic knowledge of customer service, recreation, sports, and fitness.
Knowledge of equipment setup and use for rentals and high-volume usage.
Bilingual English and Spanish speaking is desirable.
Valid and unrestricted driver's license preferred; corrective-lens vision restrictions are excluded.

Responsibilities

Monitor and assist with the operation of the facility, programs, and events.
Open and close the facility before and after rentals; set up and take down tables, chairs, and equipment.
Supervise rental groups and ensure patron safety.
Provide customer service, answer inquiries, and direct customers to appropriate staff.
Receive admission or parking payments and follow parking procedures.
Open, oversee, balance, and secure the cash station; count money and prepare daily reports.
Enforce facility-use rules and District policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Assist with planning and implementing programs and special events.
Maintain inventory of supplies and materials.
Review facility schedules, prepare spaces and equipment as needed, and clean and maintain work areas.
Clean bodily fluids after accidents as needed.
Conduct site safety walk-throughs and document deficiencies.
Assist with reports and records concerning participants, programs, services, admissions, and usage.
Drive District vehicles to transport equipment to sites.
Perform routine, preventative, and corrective custodial maintenance, including cleanup, trash removal, and window cleaning.
Assist with equipment maintenance and completion of work orders.
Contact emergency personnel as needed.
Attend department and District meetings and training sessions and participate in the District safety and training program.
Assist with other recreation programs and special events and support staff and volunteers.
Wear assigned uniforms while on duty and perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.