Waterpark Attendant

Oakland County•Madison Heights, MI

1d•$15•Onsite

About The Position

Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan’s leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents. When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters. Apply today and help shape the future of Oakland County, where we are All Ways Moving Forward. For more information about Oakland County benefits and employee perks, please visit: https://www.oakgov.com/government/human-resources/benefits/new-hire General Summary $14.55/hr On-site Under close supervision, summer employees of this beginning level classification have direct interaction with customers at the point of sale, greet and act as hosts to visitors, take reservations, coordinate park entry and complete cash transactions. The employees answer questions, give directions, explain facilities, and assist higher level employees involved in the general maintenance and operations of Red Oaks Waterpark. May utilize current county-wide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.

Requirements

Be at least 16 years old.
Pass the employment physical established for this classification.
Ability to communicate, and to perform numerical computations.
May be required to provide safety shoes.
If assigned to a youth recreational program, prior to employment, candidates will be required to provide Parks & Recreation with documentation from the Michigan Department of Human Services (previously called Family Independence Agency) that they have not been named in a central registry case as the perpetrator of child abuse or child neglect.
Applicants being considered for hire will be asked to sign a form authorizing Parks & Recreation to request and receive a criminal history check in accordance with the privacy act of 1974.
Applicants for positions at Parks & Recreation will not be considered if they have been convicted of either of the following: Additional Minimum Qualifications (a) Child Abuse or Neglect. (b) A felony involving harm or threatened harm to an individual within the 10 years immediately preceding the date of hire.

Responsibilities

Waits on customers in a courteous manner, answering inquiries regarding charges for park facilities and services such as park passes, vehicle permits, boat, bike, golf cart rentals, waterslide and other water features, or merchandise.
Processes transactions using a cash register or point of sale system, may require entry of customer demographic information, processing of credit cards, assessing promotions, gift cards, refunds, etc.
Gives directions regarding emergency procedures, lost and found procedures, and handles complaints and other problems.
Cleans rental and public use areas, empties trash cans, assists with cleaning in and around facilities as needed to promote a positive public image for Oakland County Parks.
Answers public inquiries regarding County parks.
May utilize current county-wide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.
Sells tickets and monitors front entrance to the park by collecting tickets, distributing wristbands, and checking coolers.