Recreation Center Attendant - Part-time

Status: Non-Exempt, Part-Time

Reports to: Director of Family Services

Salary: $16.50-$17.00 per hour

Location: San Onofre, CA

This role is based in Southern California, specifically in San Onofre, CA (Orange County). It is located inside a miliary base installation. Base access is provided to civilian employees.

Summary:

Are you looking to make the most of your weekends while earning some extra income? If you're passionate about fostering a fun and inclusive environment, have a flexible weekend schedule, and thrive on making a positive impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now and be a part of turning weekends into a celebration of joy and recreation.

Who you are:

As the Recreation Center Attendant, you are the heartbeat of our facility, you'll be the welcoming face that greets visitors, organizes engaging activities, and ensures a clean, inviting space for all. Your positive attitude and effective communication skills will be key as you resolve issues and collaborate with the team to create a lively atmosphere.

Schedule: Up to 16 hours a week, weekends and some holidays - 9:30 am - 5:30 pm. Extra weekday hours available for supplies shopping day.

What will you do:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Ensuring the timely opening and closing of the center each weekend as per advertised hours.
  • Be the smiling face that welcomes and assists center visitors.
  • Organize and lead engaging recreational activities for all ages.
  • Collaborating with the Director of Services for repairs, arrangements, and purchases.
  • Performs light cleaning duties to ensure a clean and inviting environment for everyone to enjoy.
  • Handling equipment and facility maintenance and cleanliness at Recreation Center, including repairs.
  • Keep the energy high by resolving any issues with a positive attitude.
  • Collaborate with the team to make weekends unforgettable!

Other Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Managing movie showings with a focus on keeping ratings below "R."
  • Attending monthly and quarterly staff meetings.
  • Adhering to Armed Services YMCA employee guidelines.

What experience and skills you will need to be successful:

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Excellent communication skills to connect with staff, guests, and volunteers
  • Ability to adapt and think on your feet in a dynamic environment
  • Demonstrating self-motivation, prioritization, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
  • Meet current health and sanitation requirements, along with passing drug testing, criminal background checks, and employment reference background checks.

Work Setting and Required Physical Activities

The role of a Recreation Center Attendant involves a combination of activities that require physical agility and mobility. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and engage in various recreational activities. The ability to bend, lift, and carry objects up to a moderate weight is essential for setup and equipment handling. Comfort with occasional kneeling and climbing stairs is necessary. The attendant must be able to maintain prolonged periods of sitting during administrative tasks. Additionally, the physical demands may include occasional travel to other locations within the recreation center.

Join the Movement: Armed Services YMCA is not just a workplace; it’s a community committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Discrimination and harassment have no place here. If you're ready to spark change and make a lasting impact, apply today. Every age and background are celebrated here. Be part of something extraordinary!

Who we are:

The oldest military support organization in the U.S., the Armed Services YMCA is an independent, national non-profit and Association of the YMCA of the USA, specifically dedicated to serving active-duty military service members and their families of all six Armed Forces: Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Space Force and Coast Guard. Go to to learn more about how we accomplish this important mission.

Status: Non-Exempt, Part-Time

Reports to: Director of Family Services

Salary: $16.50-$17.00 per hour

Location: San Onofre, CA

This role is based in Southern California, specifically in San Onofre, CA (Orange County). It is located inside a miliary base installation. Base access is provided to civilian employees.

Summary:

Are you looking to make the most of your weekends while earning some extra income? If you're passionate about fostering a fun and inclusive environment, have a flexible weekend schedule, and thrive on making a positive impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now and be a part of turning weekends into a celebration of joy and recreation.

Who you are:

As the Recreation Center Attendant, you are the heartbeat of our facility, you'll be the welcoming face that greets visitors, organizes engaging activities, and ensures a clean, inviting space for all. Your positive attitude and effective communication skills will be key as you resolve issues and collaborate with the team to create a lively atmosphere.

Schedule: Up to 16 hours a week, weekends and some holidays - 9:30 am - 5:30 pm. Extra weekday hours available for supplies shopping day.

What will you do:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Ensuring the timely opening and closing of the center each weekend as per advertised hours.
  • Be the smiling face that welcomes and assists center visitors.
  • Organize and lead engaging recreational activities for all ages.
  • Collaborating with the Director of Services for repairs, arrangements, and purchases.
  • Performs light cleaning duties to ensure a clean and inviting environment for everyone to enjoy.
  • Handling equipment and facility maintenance and cleanliness at Recreation Center, including repairs.
  • Keep the energy high by resolving any issues with a positive attitude.
  • Collaborate with the team to make weekends unforgettable!

Other Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Managing movie showings with a focus on keeping ratings below "R."
  • Attending monthly and quarterly staff meetings.
  • Adhering to Armed Services YMCA employee guidelines.

What experience and skills you will need to be successful:

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Excellent communication skills to connect with staff, guests, and volunteers
  • Ability to adapt and think on your feet in a dynamic environment
  • Demonstrating self-motivation, prioritization, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
  • Meet current health and sanitation requirements, along with passing drug testing, criminal background checks, and employment reference background checks.

Work Setting and Required Physical Activities

The role of a Recreation Center Attendant involves a combination of activities that require physical agility and mobility. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and engage in various recreational activities. The ability to bend, lift, and carry objects up to a moderate weight is essential for setup and equipment handling. Comfort with occasional kneeling and climbing stairs is necessary. The attendant must be able to maintain prolonged periods of sitting during administrative tasks. Additionally, the physical demands may include occasional travel to other locations within the recreation center.

Join the Movement: Armed Services YMCA is not just a workplace; it’s a community committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Discrimination and harassment have no place here. If you're ready to spark change and make a lasting impact, apply today. Every age and background are celebrated here. Be part of something extraordinary!

Who we are:

The oldest military support organization in the U.S., the Armed Services YMCA is an independent, national non-profit and Association of the YMCA of the USA, specifically dedicated to serving active-duty military service members and their families of all six Armed Forces: Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Space Force and Coast Guard. Go to to learn more about how we accomplish this important mission.

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