Beach Attendant

Reports To: Director of Parks and Recreation

Contract: Seasonal

Approved By: Mayor

Approval Date: January 06, 2025

The Beach Attendant, under the general supervision of the Director of Parks and Recreation and/or Beach Supervisor, performs a variety of routine daily tasks (i.e., sweeping, beach clean‑up, gate attendant) and handles sale of daily parking tickets and other related duties as required.

• Understands and follows procedures for the sale of beach parking tickets.
• Maintains an accurate account of attendance statistics and sums of money
• Performs cleaning tasks as assigned.
• Operates the computerized cash register and safeguards monies received from ticket sales.
• Promotes a professional and courteous image of the City of Groton.
• Follows all safety rules and assists in maintaining a safe environment for members of the public.
• Ability to handle potentially confrontational patrons.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with co‑workers and members of the general public.

Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.

Knowledge of rules and regulations pertaining to the beach.

Ability to resolve problems as they arise.

Must be 18 years of age at start of program.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Knowledge in basic math to be able to make money transactions from ticket sales.

While performing the duties of this job description, the individual is frequently required to talk and hear; required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms and stoop. The individual may occasionally be required to lift up to ten (10) pounds.

The work is performed outside and in a guard gate building and the individual may be exposed to the elements of weather.

APPLICATIONS OF EMPLOYMENT SHOULD BE MAILED TO:

City of Groton
Human Resources Department
Attn:
Seasonal Staffing
295 Meridian Street
Groton, CT 06340

OR EMAILED TO:

subject heading
- Seasonal Employment Application