Recreation Specialist – Spray Park and Backstop Concessions

JOB SUMMARY:

Primary responsibility is to ensure that all persons have a safe and enjoyable experience while visiting or using the Westmont Park District facilities.

Under the direction of the Superintendent of Recreation, the specialist is responsible for the implementation, management, operation, and evaluation of all aspects of the Ty Warner Spray Park and Backstop Concessions stand. Other duties include: assist at summer special events.

Hours: Generally 30 hours per week, Monday-Friday, with occasional weekend shifts. Position will begin in March/April
Rate: $18/hour
Status: Seasonal
Contact: Luke Wyss, Superintendent of Recreation, at lwyss |

During an average workday employee may engage in activities that may include, but are not limited to: standing, sitting, walking, driving, bending, twisting and lifting up to 50lbs.

Comprehensive knowledge of facility management. Must possess the ability to speak in public and good written and verbal communication skills. Good computer skills, proficient with Word, Publisher, Excel, Outlook.

• High School Diploma
• Two years of experience in recreation programming or facility management preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certified or obtained upon hire.
• Certified Pool Operator Certification (or obtain within 60 days of hire. District will provide necessary resources for certification).
• Mandated Reporter training required or be able to obtain within 3 months of hire.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with liabilities to perform the essential functions.

English must be spoken, read and understood to perform the functions of this position.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but may be high in some instances

Interested and qualified applicants must send the below to lwyss

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Westmont Park District online application

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the person in this position. Principal duties and responsibilities are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job, and “other” duties and responsibilities include those that are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of this job.

This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties or tasks as requested by management. All requirements are subject to possible modification in order to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.