About this role
Job Summary – About the Role
Deliver high quality recreation services for residents, visitors and the St. Charles community by adhering to the Districts safety and administrative policies and procedures.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
This position is well suited for someone with a friendly and positive personality who is productive and shows initiative, is an effective written and oral communicator, is reliable and safety-minded.
Required: Requires a minimum of 16 years old. Excellent communication and customer service skills are a must. Knowledge of how to greet the public courteously, obtain information and give accurate and understandable information. Maintain First Aid/CPR/AED certification or obtain certification within 30 days of hire. Maintain DCFS mandated reporter certificate or obtain certification within 30 days of hire.
Preferred: Prefer work experience in reception and customer service work including basic computer work
Essential Functions of the Position
Park District Cornerstones
- Follow all departmental safety rules that pertain to the duties performed and support all aspects of Park Districts safety and risk management program.
- Work cooperatively and collaboratively with residents, colleagues, the public, PDRMA and other agencies or organizations as delegated.
- Recommends improvements and efficiencies to better accomplish individual and district goals in the best interests of the St. Charles Park District community.
- Comply with park district policies and administrative procedures.
Responsibilities
Under the direction and supervision of the Superintendent of Recreation, Assistant Superintendents of Recreation, Aquatics, RVMG and Haines Manager, the Haines Gym Attendant shall complete their assigned duties to the best of their abilities, offering suggestions of better ways to accomplish jobs and be ever mindful of the best interests of the St. Charles Park District and of fellow employees. This position requires extensive knowledge and ability to:
- Work cooperatively and harmoniously with the general public, other facility users and fellow employees.
- Effectively communicate orally and in writing.
- Assist in supervising all scheduled activities.
- Prepare courts/fields for open gym.
- Supervise large groups.
- Monitor and request supplies, as needed.
- Perform First Aid as necessary. Complete accident reports according to Park District Guidelines.
- Resolve problems with participants.
- Collect fees and issue receipts.
- Follow all safety procedures that pertain to duties involved.
- Maintain certification in First Aid/AED.
- Assist and manage emergency procedures and facility evacuation.
- Maintain a working knowledge and the ability to enforce and explain Park District procedures, rules and policies.
- Open and close the facility.
Marginal Functions of the Position
- Perform other related duties and/or special projects as assigned.
Physical and Environmental Requirements
Position or Activity
Frequently
46-100% of the time
Occasionally
16-45% of the time
Rarely
0-15% of the time
Sitting
X
Walking
X
Climbing
X
Balancing
X
Stooping/Kneeling
X
Crouching
X
Crawling
X
Reaching
X
Handling/Feeling
X
Standing
X
Strength
1-30lbs
Requires a range of hearing and vision that allows the employee to safely complete the essential duties of the position with or without assistive devices, corrective lenses and/or glasses and/or a reasonable accommodation.
EEO Statement and Accommodations
The St Charles Park District is an equal opportunity employer under all state and federal laws and regulations. The job responsibilities are subject to accommodations pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you require assistance or accommodation with the application process, please contact the Business Department at 630-584-1055.
Qualifications
The Park District offers the following benefits to all Part-Time Category III employees:
- District Incentives
Paid Training
- Discounts for Programs