Temporary/Seasonal: Recreation Assistant I, II (Kenwood Cove)

Applicants will be selected for positions based on qualifications

KENWOOD COVE WATERPARK

Supervisor: Andrea Linder (Lemna), Recreation Supervisor

Location: 701 Kenwood Park Drive, Salina, KS 67401

Telephone Number: 785-826-7430

Email: andrea.lemna@salina.org

RECREATION ASSISTANT I

CASHIER / DECK ATTENDANT

(15 yrs. of age or older)

Works under the supervision of the Aquatics Supervisor &/or Assistant Managers.

This classification is the entry level of the recreation assistant series working under immediate supervision.

This classification is categorized as part-time or seasonal in support of programs at the Kenwood Cove Waterpark.

Cashier Duties

Greets customers entering the waterpark & assists guests by providing program & class information.

Assists waterpark patrons.

Responsible for taking admission fees.

Receives payment by cash, check, credit cards, vouchers, or automatic debits.

Issues receipts or change due to customers.

Counts money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct & that there is adequate change.

Counts money in cash drawers at the end of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct & all monies are accounted for.

Balances cash drawer by comparing register totals with currency, checks & credit card transactions.

Maintains clean & orderly checkout areas.

Responds in emergency situations in any capacity within scope of training.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Deck Attendant Duties

Assists with custodial work & maintenance of the waterpark facilities & grounds.

Uses hand tools to clean the pool & pool area.

Identifies & conducts minor repairs.

Sweeps pool decks.

Picks up litter & empties trash.

Cleans tables, chairs & equipment.

Helps to set-up private parties & events.

Performs ground work such as weed removal.

Responds in emergency situations in any capacity within scope of training.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education

Eighth grade graduate.

Experience

One (1) year previous work in retail sales, handling money, making change, working with the public, general computer skills, record keeping, &/or custodial work.

Equipment

Cashier: Telephones, cash registers, calculators, speaker system, CivicRec computer program, & computer

Deck Attendant: Rakes, skimmers, nets, brushes, hoses, handheld pool vacuums, brooms, mops, hand tools & janitorial supplies.

Desired Qualifications

Must be able to follow instructions.

Maintains a high standard of customer service.

Maintains positive & cooperative working relationships.

Works indoors/outdoors in changing environmental conditions; must be able to work in temperatures which often exceeds 90 degrees.

Communicates well with staff & patrons of various ages from diverse backgrounds.

Demonstrates kindness to staff & patrons & presents professional attitude at all times.

Must be able to communicate verbally & in writing.

Must be able to perform mathematical calculations.

Requirements

Performs all job tasks according to rules, guidelines, & expectations of Aquatics Supervisor.

Must have reliable transportation to-and-from work.

Must be available to work shifts.

Must attend required trainings & meetings.

Required to review posted event calendars.

Must follow scheduling protocols & be able to obtain weekly work schedule.

Must follow time & attendance guidelines.

Must adhere to payroll requirements.

Must respond in a timely manner to all forms of communication regarding City of Salina employment by way of phone calls, emails, texts, etc.

Must be able to lift 10-40 pounds frequently.

Pay

$11.00 -13.00/hr. DOQ

RECREATION ASSISTANT II

HEAD CASHIER/ DECK ATTENDANT

(16 yrs. of age or older)

Works under the supervision of the Aquatics Supervisor &/or Aquatics Manger.

This classification is mid-level in the recreation assistant series working under general supervision.

This classification is categorized as part-time or seasonal in support of programs at the Kenwood Cove Waterpark.

Applicants must have a thorough knowledge of Kenwood Cover program activities, facilities, policies, & procedures.

Head Cashier Duties

Capable to fulfill the duties of Recreation Assistant I (Cashier) position, as required.

Supervises Recreation Assistant I's (Cashiers) in absence of the Aquatics Supervisor and/or Assistant Managers.

Oversees cash handling done by Recreation Assistant I employees (Cashiers), as assigned.

Accepts & verifies deposits.

Locates transaction errors & balance deposits.

Greets customers entering the waterpark & assists guests by providing program & class information.

Assists waterpark patrons.

Resolves patron complaints.

Sells passes & enrolls patrons in swim classes.

Responsible for taking admission fees.

Receives payment by cash, check, credit cards, vouchers, or automatic debits.

Issues receipts, refunds, credits, or change due to customers.

Processes refunds through a computer generated system.

Counts money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct & that there is adequate change.

Counts money in cash drawers at the end of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct & all monies are accounted for.

Balances cash drawer by comparing register totals with currency, checks & credit card transactions, coupons & voids/refunds.

Maintains clean & orderly checkout areas.

Administers basic first aid, if needed.

Responds in emergency situations in any capacity within scope of training.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Head Deck Attendant Duties

Responsible for supervising the maintenance & upkeep of Kenwood Cove Waterpark.

Responsible to fulfill the duties of Recreation Assistant I's (Deck Attendants) position as needed.

Oversees the work of Recreation Assistant I employees (Deck Attendants), as assigned.

Responsible for custodial work & maintenance of the waterpark facilities & grounds.

Reports water quality to Aquatics Manager and/or Aquatics Supervisor.

Uses hand tools to clean the pool & pool area.

Performs water cleaning.

Identifies & repairs cracks & leaks; conducts minor repairs.

Cleans & sanitizes bathrooms.

Sweeps pool decks.

Maintains supply cabinets.

Picks up litter & empties trash.

Keeps furniture & fixtures in good condition.

Cleans tables, chairs & equipment.

Helps to set-up private parties & events.

Performs ground work such as weed removal.

Administers basic first aid, if needed.

Responds in emergency situations in any capacity within scope of training.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Experience

Employed for one (1) year in Recreation Assistant I position or demonstrated experience and/or skills to advance to Recreation Assistant II position.

Two (2) years previous work in retail sales, handling money, making change, working with the public, general computer skills, record keeping and/or custodial work.

Equipment

Head Cashier: Telephones, cash registers, calculators, speaker system, CivicRec computer program, & computer.

Head Deck Attendant: Rakes, Skimmers, nets, brushes, hoses, handheld pool vacuums, brooms, mops, hand tools & janitorial supplies.

Desired Qualifications

Must be able to follow instructions.

Must have excellent problem solving skills & attention to detail.

Maintains a high standard of customer service.

Maintains positive & cooperative working relationships.

Works indoors/outdoors in changing environmental conditions; must be able to work in temperatures which often exceeds 90 degrees.

Communicates well with staff & patrons of various ages from diverse backgrounds.

Demonstrates kindness to staff & patrons & presents professional attitude at all times.

Must be able to communicate verbally & in writing.

Must be able to perform mathematical calculations.

Requirements

Performs all job tasks according to rules, guidelines, & expectations of Aquatics Supervisor.

Must have reliable transportation to-and-from work.

Must be available to work shifts.

Must attend required trainings & meetings.

Required to review posted event calendars.

Must follow scheduling protocols & be able to obtain weekly work schedule.

Must follow time & attendance guidelines.

Must adhere to payroll requirements.

Must respond in a timely manner to all forms of communication regarding City of Salina employment by way of phone calls, emails, texts, etc.

Must be able to lift 10 pounds frequently.

Pay

$12.13 - $14.13/hr. DOQ

Hours

Must be able to work from Mid-May to Mid-August during hours of operation.

Must be able to work weekends and/or holidays (i.e. Memorial Weekend & Fourth of July) & special events (i.e. Smoky Hill River Festival, private parties).

Order of Hiring Process

Apply at jobs.salina-ks.gov

Chosen applicants are interviewed.

Successful interviewees must pass background checks.

New employees provides pre-employment forms & all required documents.

Start date is established.

Onboarding documentation is emailed to new employee.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace: We consider applicants for all jobs without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, or familial status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department at 785-309-5710.

ADA Notice: For needed accommodations, please call 785-309-5745 Office or 785-309-5747 TDD Number between the hours of 8:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.

Every effort will be made to accommodate known disabilities. For material or speech access, please call at least 5 working days prior to the event.

Rev. 01/04/2024

05/30/2024