Facilities Attendant

About the Organization
Covering over 1,800 square miles, Desert Recreation District (DRD) provides recreational services to more than 380,000 residents throughout the Greater Coachella Valley. We work with municipalities in a collective effort to assure equitable service delivery to every community regardless of economic means. The District boundary has expanded in recent years to provide barrier-free, safe service to more unincorporated areas of the Coachella Valley and municipalities not previously served.

DRD is responsible for over 30 recreational facilities that include community and fitness centers, sports fields, swimming pools, a golf course and driving range, and various parks and open spaces. In addition, DRD creates and delivers quality programs, services and classes; and, facilitates leisure opportunities through partnerships that encourage residents to engage in healthy lifestyles and wellness activities. In the past year we have offered over 2,800 classes and programs, and more than 200 special events.

Please note: Desert Recreation District does not participate in CalPERS retirement system.

EOE Statement
***DISCLAIMER: The District reserves the right to accelerate or extend the "Closing Date" of open positions at any time, dependent upon the number of applications received.


We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

All employment offers made by the District are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidate's legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully passing all components of the pre-employment process which may include, but are not limited to: drug screening, comprehensive background check, criminal history check, employment verification, education verification and physical.

Full-Time/Part-Time
Part-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt

Hourly/Salary Range
$18.18 - $22.71

Close Date

Description

***DISCLAIMER: The District reserves the right to accelerate or extend the "Closing Date" of open positions at any time, dependent upon the number of applications received.

DEFINITION: Under general supervision, opens and closes various District facilities; performs a variety of clerical and customer service duties including cashiering, data entry, and record keeping; moves furniture and equipment to set up for classes, activities, and functions; interacts with and provides basic information and assistance to the public; performs light custodial work; and performs related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Receives general supervision from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS: This journey level classification is responsible for independently maintaining the operations of a District facility and for providing customer service in support of the District's recreation and leisure programs and services. Positions at this level exercise judgment and initiative in their assigned tasks, receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Opens, sets up, takes down, and closes facilities for classes, public and private rentals, meetings, and special events; arranges furniture and equipment and ensures set up is in accordance with customer needs and requests.
• Welcomes patrons, visitors, and the community to District facilities; conducts facility tours; and provides information related to District facilities, programs, services and activities.
• Assists groups using facilities as requested; explains and enforces facility policies, rules, and regulations.
• Monitors the proper and safe use of program facilities by the general public and ensures adherence to rules and policies.
• Provides staff support at special events and festivals.
• Provides information about District programs, services, activities, and events to the public.
• Makes reservations and registers participants for programs and classes; receives program and reservation fees and requests.
• Removes trash in and around buildings; performs light cleaning and custodial duties of facility rooms.
• Follows maintenance schedule and performs cleaning, preventative maintenance and minor maintenance and adjustments on equipment, facilities, and buildings, including replacing light bulbs, and cleaning restrooms and furniture.
• Identifies and reports building maintenance needs to appropriate staff.
• Maintains accurate schedule and records of work performed and materials and equipment used.
• Observes and complies with all District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Desert Recreation District Perks at Work:

• Paid Vacation Time*
• Paid Sick Time
• Discounted Desert Recreation District Gym Membership ($1 for year)
• Discounted DRD Programs/Facililty Rentals (Up to 75% off)
• TicketsatWork (Discounts to theme parks, movies, concerts, sporting events, hotels, etc.)
• Candidate Referral Program
• Financial Fit (FinFit) Educational Resources
• Paid CPR/AED/First Aid Certification Training

Position Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:

• Recreation, leisure, and community programs, services and activities.
• Basic safety precautions and procedures related to recreation program area(s) and facilities.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Methods, materials, and equipment used in custodial work and basic and preventative building maintenance.
• Proper cleaning methods and the safe usage of cleaning materials, disinfectants, custodial tools, and equipment.
• Use and minor maintenance of hand and power tools and equipment used in custodial work.
• Basic facility maintenance techniques and materials.
• Basic principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Basic arithmetic.
• District cash handling and balancing practices.
• District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols, including basic first aid and adult and/or child cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) methods.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and District staff.
• The structure and content of the English language to effectively perform the work.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.

Ability to:

• Provide courteous assistance to facility patrons.
• Set up rooms and facilities for classes, public and private rentals, special events, and meetings.
• Maintain facilities and equipment in a clean, safe, and secure manner.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance.
• Use and operate a variety of custodial equipment, and a variety of small hand tools.
• Maintain accurate logs, records, and basic written records of work performed.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Perform arithmetic computations accurately.
• Learn, interpret, apply and explain applicable District policies and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Organize works, set priorities, and meet critical deadlines.
• Observe and comply with District and City mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.

Experience: One (1) year of general clerical or custodial/janitorial experience involving public contact.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain within one month of hire, valid certifications in First Aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) for adult, child and infant, to be maintained throughout employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

When assigned to an office environment, must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and visit various District and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone; ability to stand and walk between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.

When working in an external environment, position requires sitting, standing, walking on slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stopping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects averaging a weight of 50 pounds, or heavier weights, in all cases with the use of proper equipment and/or assistance from other staff.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees also work in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, hazardous physical substances and fumes, dust and air contaminants. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

This position is currently accepting applications.