Park Attendant-Operations and Event Host

About the role

At the City of High Point, we celebrate the creator in everyone. Building on our rich cultural history steeped in industrialism and innovation, our employees seek not only to transform themselves, but the world around us. We are collaborators, we are makers, we are visionaries. The High Point Parks & Recreation Department enhances quality of life by providing innovative programs, parks and facilities for present and future generations. We offer 41 parks, two golf courses, five recreation centers, an environmental education center, tennis and pickleballs courts, a campground, marinas, playgrounds, ballfields, greenways and natural trails and more. Our vision is to enhance the City by providing recreation programming and community events that promote strong bonds, improve health and wellness and celebrate the City's history and character. We are committed to providing opportunities for all age and abilities. We invite you to explore the many opportunities to serve our community, by sharing your talents, skills, and expertise. You'll join a diverse team of over 1,300 individuals dedicated not just to making a career, but a difference; because what we create in High Point, changes the world! Our Core Values: Integrity : Saying what we mean and consistently doing what we say with no desire other than the good of the citizens we serve. It means standing up for beliefs. Responsibility : A continual process that emphasizes a high level of personal accountability by each member of the organization. Partnership : Adding competitive value and quality to the services provided to our residents, businesses, and visitors through responsible fiscal stewardship, increased innovation, greater use of technology, and expanded civic, neighborhood and regional partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Starting pay for this position is $15.45 per hour.
• Work is performed under immediate supervision of a Park Supervisor.
• Essential Tasks & Responsibilities:
• Opens and closes meeting and event center facility/park for general use and reservations.
• Assists with setup and breakdown of programs, reservations, events;
• Performs basic cleanup inside meeting and event center facility, concession stands, marina and facility restrooms;
• Interacts with public and provides excellent customer service to patrons and participants;
• Enforces reservation policies, safety rules, and usage rules and regulations of facilities;
• Sells fishing and boating permits, fishing tackle, and live bait including minnows and worms;
• Rents boats, kayaks, stand up paddleboards, pedal boats and life jackets;
• Drains boats upon return and prepares them for next rental (inspects and repairs);
• Collects tickets for and operates amusement rides including train, carousel, and excursion boat;
• Performs regular daily maintenance of equipment and ticket booths;
• Informs patrons of local and state fish, game and boating regulations;
• Operates concession stand, sells amusement ride tickets, merchandise and food items;
• Oversees miniature golf operation, dispenses clubs, balls, and score cards; monitors golf play and participant behavior; gives general park information and directions to shelters, rides, etc.;
• Performs daily maintenance on amusement rides, concession stand and gate booth cleaning before and after operation;
• Prepares food items, stocks resell items such as crackers and potato chips, and operates various related machines, i.e., popcorn popper, cotton candy, fountain drinks, etc.;
• Assists with setup and breakdown of programs and events;
• Ensures that all work is performed in accordance with OSHA City Standards and Policies.

Requirements

• Required Qualifications:
• Formal Education, which inclu

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Additional Information

Please note: This job opening may close earlier than the stated date, due to high candidate volume. If interested, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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