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Part-Time Employment
Please download part of the Part-Time Employment Application or apply online. Additional pages will need to be completed in person at the Town of Tonawanda Youth, Parks & Recreation Department. All candidates will be required to interview.
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Summer 2023 Employment Update Form
Position Requirements
Following is a general list of positions available in the Youth, Parks & Recreation Department. Included is a brief summation for that position plus the level of certification required for the slot.
Please be aware that the job descriptions that follow are not complete, nor are they intended to be complete. Each job description also includes other assigned duties and each employee will comply with all reasonable requests of their supervisors. Facility orientations will address day to day specifics and you should see your immediate supervisor with any questions you may have.
In general, we expect each employee to not only complete their specific duties but also be prepared to deal with patrons in a polite, positive manner; answer phones promptly and professionally; provide information and direction in a friendly, courteous manner; be fully accountable for their work performance and treat customer service as a priority. Please remember we are a service organization, our reason for existing is to provide service to the public so we expect you to go to the greatest lengths possible to assist patrons within the guidelines of department policies explained in your orientation.
Certifications:
C – CPR
D – Defibrillator
F – First Aid
L – Lifeguarding
P – Pool Operator on Location
Please note not all of these positions have openings
Fitness Class Instructor
Hours: Vary based class demand and facility operational hours
Pay Rate: Dependent on experience - starting at $17.15
Reports to: Facility Director
Must be 18+ to apply. Instructors are responsbile for planning and delivering dynamic and exciting classes. These classes may be aquatic or land based. Previous instructing experience or an acceptable certification is required.
Personal Trainer
Hours: Vary based client availabilityand facility operational hours
Pay Rate: Dependent on experience - starting at $17.15
Reports to: Facility Director
Must be 18+ to apply. Background in exercise science or closely related fields is required. Duties include planning and delivering individualized training session for clients. In order to personal train clients, junior year enrollment or higher in exercise science or closely related field and/or a personal training certification is required. (C,F)
Gym Attendant
Hours: During facility operational hours
Pay Rate: Dependent on experience - starting at $15.00
Reports to: Facility Manager
Must be 18+ to apply. Background in exercise science or closely related fields is preferred. Duties involve supervision of the Gym, maintaining cleanliness of machines and fitness area, and providing a safe environment for all AFC patrons. (C,F)
Front Desk Staff
Hours: During facility operational hours
Pay Rate: Dependent on experience - starting at $13.50
Reports to: Membership Coordinator
Must be 18+ to apply. Complete customer service for all patrons at the Aquatic and Fitness Center. Responsible for selling and maintaining all memberships, class fees, pro shop items, pool/classroom rentals, gift certificates and managing all incoming phone calls. Must accurately account for monies received and provide a balanced cash out under the direction of AFC Director and Membership Coordinator. Computer knowledge required.
Lifeguard
Hours: During facility operational hours
Pay Rate: Dependent on experience - starting at $15.50
Reports to: Facility Manager
Primary responsibility is to ensure the safety of facility patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to, enforcing aquatic facility policies, enforcing rules and regulations, inspecting the facility daily, completing records and reports, participating in in-service trainings, maintain an acceptable level of fitness through regular exercise, and completing any other duties as assigned. (C,F,L)
Pool Supervisor
Hours: During facility operational hours
Pay Rate: Dependent on experience - starting at $16.00
Reports to: Facility Manager
Responsible for lifeguard staff at pool, final cash outs and verification of cash outs, total operations of AFC when full time staff is not present and public relations with members and patrons. (C,F,L)
Weekend Baseball – Responsible for confirming with baseball crews that all diamonds are playable and making sure they are all ready for play. Notifies public, coaches and umpires via automated answering system, posting on website, and phone on status of games. Prepares diamonds for T-Ball and Machine Pitch, updates automated answering system and website daily. Computer knowledge required. (F)
Basketball Instructor – Runs practice sessions for Instructional League. Teaches basic skill of basketball to participants as directed in TTYPR basketball manual. (F)
Score Keeper – Keeps the official hand written score for league games that get turned into the Youth, Parks & Recreation Office for standings. Maintains crowd control during games. (F)
Time Keeper – Runs time clock during league games, assist referees with questions regarding score and times. Maintains crowd control during games.(F)
Assistant Manager – Responsible for selling tokens, booking of rentals, handling cash generated, completion of forms, opening and closing facility and enforcing batting cage/outdoor range rules and regulations. Also responsible for routine maintenance such as picking up trash, netting repairs, un-jamming machines, routine machine maintenance and clearing baseballs and softballs. Provides first aid/CPR if needed, and acts as a liaison between Department and public. Computer knowledge required. (C, F)
Attendant – Responsible for selling tokens, handling cash generated and enforcing batting cage rules and regulations. Also responsible for routine maintenance such as picking up trash, netting repairs, un-jamming machines and clearing baseballs and softballs.
Driving Range Picker - Maintain the field on the range throughout the normal daily operations by retrieving and washing golf balls.
Attendant – Responsible for selling daily and season passes, handling and managing all cash generated and enforcing Boat Harbor rules and regulations. Also responsible for routine maintenance such as picking up trash and clearing seaweed.
Golf Course Cashier - Perform daily green fee sales operations. Computer knowledge required. (F)
Golf Course Ranger - Rangers will be responsible for keeping track of groups playing on the course, repairing ball marks on greens and raking sand traps daily.
Golf Course Starter - Perform daily tasks of getting the golfing public onto the golf course by pre booked tee times and/or through a bag line system.
Assistant Manager – Monitors skating sessions and hockey games/practices, controls cash of concession operation, in charge of Arena when full-time staff is not present, provides first aid/CPR if needed, and acts as a liaison between Department and public. Computer knowledge required. (C, D, F)
Concession Staff Member – Responsible for all financial transactions, along with stocking, organizing and noting items needed, along with cleaning equipment. Computer knowledge required. (F)
Skate Guard - Responsible for enforcing all rules and regulations especially during recreation skate. Cleaning and maintaining pad, casino and offices, be familiar with cash register and daily pass sales. Also, assisting during ice resurfacing, score keeping, general knowledge of facility, events and public relations. (F)
250 Athens Blvd
Kids Club Supervisor
Hours: 2:30-6:15pm on school days, in addition to early release days, snow days, and school breaks, and any meetings and trainings scheduled by supervisor
Reports to: Youth Bureau Director
General Responsibilities:
Assist with staff training, orientation, and scheduling (interviews and hires done by Youth, Parks and Recreation Department Senior Recreation Supervisor)
Coordinate and plan activities, daily schedules
Communicate with parents, staff, and children on a daily basis
Open and lock up building, secure equipment each day
Conduct monthly staff meetings and annual parent orientations
Review medical logs and any accident and incident reports daily
Field trip organization, supervision
Inventory supplies, recommend purchases
Respond to emergencies, behavioral problems, and handle any other issues that may arise
Complete and maintain necessary paperwork
Monitor health and safety of children and staff
Manage overall program content and structure
Qualifications:
College credits in Education, Recreation, or related field
2 years’ experience in a day camp or related field
First Aid and CPR certifications (offered through Town of Tonawanda Youth, Parks & Recreation at no cost to employee)
Youth Center Attendant
Hours: 3-6pm on school days, in addition to early release days, snow days, and school breaks, and any meetings and trainings scheduled by supervisor
Reports to: Kenmore Youth Center Supervisor, Recreation Coordinator, and also Senior Recreation Supervisor and Director of Youth, Parks & Recreation Department
General Duties:
Supervise room or group as assigned
Interact with children, parents, and co-workers in a positive and respectful manner
Implement the planned activities designed by the KYC Supervisor
Monitor use of supplies, equipment, and furniture to ensure safety and security
Complete accident and incident reports as needed
Monitor behavior by the use of a behavior modification system
Report any problems or concerns to supervisors
Administer general First Aid
Notify supervisor in the event of an absence, get shift covered
Qualifications:
College student or graduate, preference given to those with credits in Education, Recreation, or related field
Experience working with children a plus
Desire to work with children
Complete trainings and orientations as scheduled
First Aid and CPR certifications (offered through Town of Tonawanda Youth, Parks & Recreation at no cost to employee)
250 Athens Blvd
Summer Camp Counselor
Hours: 7:15am-1:00pm or 1:00-6:00pm, Monday-Friday during summer camp, in addition to trainings and meetings
Pay Rate: Dependent on experience - starting at $14.20
Reports to: Assistant Camp Director
Position Purpose:
Counselors are the primary caregivers for each camper. The Counselor is responsible for planning, teaching, coordinating, and carrying out activities and guiding campers in their personal growth and daily living skills.
Essential Job Functions:
Other Job Duties:
Qualifications: (Minimum Education and Experience)
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Physical Aspects of the Job:
Leader in Training Program (LIT) Coordinator
Pay Rate: Dependent on Experience – Starting at $16.00
Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Monday-Friday during summer camp, in addition to trainings and meetings
Reports to: Assistant Camp Director
To further the mission of the camp through the development and delivery of leadership activities that are safe, fun, and appropriate to the participants’ age and abilities. Assist in the management of the camp facilities and related equipment and supplies.
We are hoping to introduce a new LIT Program as part of our Summer Camp for 2023. The LIT Program will be geared towards former campers, ages 12-13, with an emphasis on providing learning opportunities and hands-on activities to help grow participants as leaders and individuals, increase their confidence, and expose them to the role and responsibilities of working at summer camp. We also want to provide a fun summer camp experience! After completing the LIT Program, participants would be eligible to participate in a Counselor in Training (CIT) program for ages 14-16 which we hope to roll out in 2024. CIT graduates may be eligible to apply for a job at camp once age 16+.
The LIT Coordinator will work closely with the Assistant Camp Directors, Camp Director, and Youth Services Coordinator to develop curriculum, oversee applications/registrations, plan and lead activities, etc. that match the goals of the program.
Essential Job Functions:
Other Job Duties:
Qualifications (Minimum qualifications and experience)
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Physical Aspects of the Position:
Supervisor – Keep communication between other playground supervisors, maintenance personnel and direct supervisors. Responsible for opening the facility and preparing it for the day, ensuring all equipment is safe to use, providing age appropriate activities and games for all participants, maintain friendly environment, provide special events and activities and unique at least once per week. (C,F)
Branch Leader – Plan, coordinate, carryout activities for satellite senior centers in Ken-Ton Area. (C,D, F)
Class Instructor – Teach and assist senior citizens in a specific class they have registered for. (C, D, F)
Erie County Nutrition Coordinator – Prepare lunch for pre-registered senior citizens by heating food brought from the Marriott Corp to exact temperature. Count money taken in and order meals.
Office Worker – Assist in day-to-day operations in the Office, i.e. signups, updating members and signing up new members. (C, D, F)
Van Dispatcher – Receive calls from seniors for appointments, writes van schedule, and coordinate rides to and from destinations. (C, D, F)
Van Drivers – Safely drive senior citizens to and from Doctor appointments, shopping and various other destinations. (F)
Youth Engaged in Service (YES) Supervisor
We are looking for part-time staff to help supervise our youth volunteers! Our YES volunteers are ages 12-18 and help out at many community events and activities. Our supervisors ensure they are safe, completing tasks successfully, logging their community service hours, and providing customer service to the public.
Qualifications:
18+
Available evenings and weekends - you sign up for the shifts you are available on a monthly basis
Preferred qualifications:
College student or graduate studying Education or related field
Ken-Ton resident
CPR or First Aid certified
Assistant Manager - Monitors soccer games/practices, controls cash of concession operation, in charge of Arena when full-time staff is not present, provides first aid/CPR if needed, liaison between Department and public. (C,F)