Description

Open Position: Aquatic Staff - Pool Gate/Concessions

Job Type: Seasonal

Department: Parks & Recreation

Pay: $13.00/hour - $14.00/hour

Posting: March 3 - April 30, 2025

Purpose

Performs non-supervisory manual, semi-skilled and skilled work to perform a wide range of recreational duties.

Organizational Relationships

Communicates with: Internally - DOAC Staff, Park and Recreation Staff, Public Works, Arena Staff, Community Center and City Auditorium Externally -Community Members, Local organizations, and sports associations.

Essential Functions

Promotes and informs the public of announcements regarding the pool. Oversees and takes admission tickets for groups, families, and patrons. Assist in organizing supplies and concessions. Assists in the set up and cleaning of the DOAC for opening and closing. Provides support and assistance to Lifeguards and other staff. Performs public relation responsibilities in working with parents and community members in addressing their concerns, inquiries, addressing disputes appropriately and fairly. Performs other duties of a comparable level or type, as required. Perform general facilities tasks such as enforcing facility rules, regulations, and maintenance. Provide security for community events, assist in set-up, and take down of events Provide coverage in concessions stand and vending.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Fundamentals of public relations theories and techniques in promoting, advertising, and/or informing the public of programs, services, courses, or other events/projects. Fundamental and basic knowledge of recordkeeping and bookkeeping. Basic knowledge concerning the use of computers and related software applications and general business equipment. Knowledge of community resources and community organizations within the community. Knowledge of the theories, philosophy and approaches to recreational programming, evaluation, and implementation. General knowledge of City policies and procedures pertinent to the activities and programs of Willmar Recreation Department Supervise opening and locking of facilities and uphold the rules of the facility Performs other related duties as assigned by the Recreation Coordinator

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

County and state health laws relating to concessions and food services; state and federal safety requirements including blood-borne pathogens and spills of bodily fluids; air quality laws; fire and building codes; state laws relating to electrical inspections; and federal laws dealing with Inside Aquatic Staff Page 2 of 2 sexual harassment. Knowledge of the operations of sound systems, scoreboard, and food service equipment. Knowledge of current sports rules and recreational programming opportunities Assist the Coordinator in planning, evaluating, implementing, coordinating, scheduling, and arranging for recreational programs, activities, events, tournaments or services. Applying public relation theories and techniques in promoting, advertising, and informing the community of programs and services. Applying judgment and discretion in handling problems, public relation concerns, and issues in accordance with the policies and procedures of the City. Using computers and related software applications and general office equipment, e.g., copiers, facsimiles, and phones. Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, volunteers, department staff, and the public.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience in recreation programming Knowledge in up set-up and take down for events Preferred Qualifications None Working Conditions Majority of time is spent indoors at City's multi-purpose facility. Performs a variety of physical movements such as bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting/turning. Operates a variety of equipment and machinery. Performs a variety of lifting with objects frequently weighing over 50 pounds. Occasionally enters confined spaces. Experiences temperature extremes and must maintain balance while working on ice surface. Exposure to irritants/fumes, hazardous chemicals, vibrations, infectious diseases, noise, and electric shock. Uses all types of vision, except color, hearing and sense of touch.

How to Apply:

Please note that all applications should be received online via the City's website at www.willmarmn.gov. The deadline for applications is April 29, 2024.

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