Winter Attendant

The Parks Division is looking to fill multiple Winter Attendant positions. The successful candidate for the position will use independent judgement to apply established policies and procedures to perform a variety of tasks. Including, but not limited to customer service, handling cash, operating a cash register, using a point-of-sale system (POS), cleaning rented equipment, keeping the facility clean, and opening and closing the facility.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Recreation Services Coordinator, Aquatic and Parks Program Coordinator, and the Event Services Assistant.

HOURS:

Approximately 0-30 hours per week, including weekdays, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Hours are intermittent and will vary based on the weather, outdoor conditions, availability, and how busy each location is.

Hours of operation:

Wednesday – Friday: 4:00pm – 8:00pm

Saturday: 12:00pm – 8:00pm

Sunday: 12:00pm – 6:00pm

CANDIDATES AGE 15 OR OLDER ARE ELIGIBLE FOR THESE POSITIONS. Candidates who are age 14 years of age may apply, but will not be scheduled for work before reaching 15 years old. Must be 15 years old on or before January 31, 2027.

Black, Indigenous, people of color, women, trans, nonbinary, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We value the unique blend of lived experiences and diverse perspectives that comes from non-traditional education pathways and the variety of transferrable skills each candidate brings to the table. We value diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Even if every item on the job posting doesn’t match your experience perfectly, we encourage you to apply and share how your skills and experience can best serve our community.

Most of the work is done in a heated indoor building; work locations vary:

• Explain and enforce policies and procedures.
• Provide customer service and interact with the public.
• Maintain cleanliness of facilities and equipment.
• Answer phones and respond to patron questions.
• Operate a POS system and handle cash.
• Complete daily paperwork.
• Stock and sell prepackaged concession items.
• Maintain inventory.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

All applicants will be considered for these positions. Depending on the number of applications, random selection may be used to determine who will proceed to the interview process.

The City of Madison strives to provide exceptional customer service to all its residents and visitors. Therefore, successful candidates will have demonstrated ability to effectively work with multicultural communities.

• Must be 15 years of age or older on or before first scheduled work shift.

Winter Attendants who are at least 18 years of age and who possess a valid driver's license may operate City vehicles as part of their job duties. Attendants who are under age 18 or who do not possess a valid driver's license are prohibited from operating City vehicles. Vehicle operation is not a mandatory duty of the Attendant classification.

Physical Requirements:

Employees may be expected to stand for long periods of time.

* The payroll title for these positions is Attendant (Hourly)