WINTER RECREATION SPECIALIST - ICE RINK ATTENDANT - City of Akron, OH : Job Details

LOCK 3 DOWNTOWN ICE RINK

ICE RINK ATTENDANT (SEASONAL PART-TIME)

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This is seasonal specialist work in the City's winter recreation program.

An employee in this class develops, supervises, and instructs a winter recreation program in a particular recreational specialty area. The season for employees in this class in the Downtown Operations Division begins October 1 and ends April 1 each year.

Works under the supervision of a Recreation Supervisor or independently under general supervision.

Skates with skaters at City owned and operated ice rink at Lock 3 to insure safety. Assists skaters who have fallen down. Provides general first aid (bandages, ice packs, etc.) Responsible for skate rentals and rink maintenance. Shovels snow. Cleans and organizes equipment such as skates.

Develops, supervises and instructs programs for various recreational specialty areas such as sports and games, community events, and winter recreational activities. Plans and participates in publicizing programs and in stimulating participation. Responds to questions posed by participants, parents and/or volunteers of the program via telephone, meeting, or personal contact. Conducts constant evaluation of programs, staff and community involvement. Assists with events at Lock 3. Sets up and takes down chairs, tables and equipment. Answers telephone and uses voicemail. Inventories supplies and equipment. Lifts up to fifty (50) pounds of supplies and equipment to storage area and in and out of cars. Completes and files time sheet and related paperwork. Completes accident and/or incident reports. Performs related work as required.

Must be able to work a varied schedule, including nights and weekends. Must occasionally perform difficult physical labor such as climbing, bending, kneeling and performing repetitive movements. List of essential functions available upon request.

Graduation from an accredited high school or GED and a minimum of one year of experience in outdoor recreational activities, including ice skating. The examination will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's experience in the specialty area and their general recreation background.

Ice Rink Attendants require basic ice-skating ability. Attendants supervise skaters at the Lock 3 outdoor ice rink from late November through early February. Attendants must be available to work during normal operation hours (Thursday - Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.)

This is a classified position.

The candidates will be ranked in a standard manner based on information, records, and other data related to the candidate's ability to perform the duties of the position sought.

Candidates must meet the qualifications and requirements listed in the announcement at the time of examination and at the time of appointment.

RESIDENCY: Candidates who have been resident citizens within the corporate limits of the City of Akron for at least one year immediately prior to the examination and who continue to reside within the corporate limits of the City of Akron throughout the remainder of the selection process will have 5 points added to their passing grades.

VETERANS: A veteran of the Armed Forces of the United States, honorably discharged from active duty, desiring a bonus of 5 points added to his/her passing grade, must submit proof of discharge in the form of a DD-214 with application.

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The City of Akron is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, which includes building an environment that respects the individual, promotes innovation and offers opportunities for all employees to develop to their full potential. A diverse workforce helps the City realize its full potential. The City benefits from the creativity and innovation that results when people with different experiences, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds work together. In compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), the City is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, language, religion, citizenship status, sex, age, marital status, sexual preference or orientation, gender identity/expression, military/veteran status, disability, genetic information, membership in a collective bargaining unit, status with regard to public assistance, or political affiliation. The City adheres to these policies in both our hiring and employment practices.

Applicants are required to meet the minimum qualifications for the position with or without an accommodation. If you are a qualified applicant with a disability, please notify the Department of Human Resources at least one week prior to testing if requesting a reasonable accommodation for the testing process.

The City of Akron is committed to protecting the safety, health and well-being of all employees in our workplace and providing the community with the highest quality municipal services possible. Alcohol, marijuana, and drug abuse in the workplace pose a significant threat to these goals. In furtherance of its goal to maintain a drug and alcohol-free workplace, the City conducts pre-employment drug screening for illegal drugs, marijuana, and the illegal, unauthorized use, or intentional misuse of prescription drugs. Any candidate who tests positive for marijuana or the illegal use of drugs will not be hired.