Parks Attendant (Hourly)* - Madison, WI

The Parks Division is an essential part of the City of Madison's commitment to providing quality recreational services to its residents and visitors. This division manages a variety of outdoor and indoor facilities, programs, and special events throughout the year, contributing to the community's overall well-being and enjoyment. The division's focus on maintaining clean, safe, and welcoming environments supports public engagement and fosters community spirit. It emphasizes inclusivity, ensuring that diverse populations feel welcome and represented in city-run activities and amenities. The Parks Division supports career growth and values the contributions of individuals from various educational and experiential backgrounds, recognizing that each person's unique skills add valuable perspectives to their team. The Winter Attendant and Special Event Attendant positions within the Parks Division offer flexible employment with an intermittent work schedule, ranging approximately from 0 to 40 hours per week. These roles require availability to work weekdays, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, with hours varying based on outdoor weather conditions and event schedules. The hourly classification allows for a dynamic work environment where employees handle a variety of responsibilities, particularly in customer service and facility maintenance. The successful candidates will primarily operate under the supervision of Recreation Services Coordinators and Aquatic and Parks Program Coordinators. This coordination ensures seamless program delivery and well-managed public interactions. These positions include a mix of tasks such as customer assistance, cash handling, custodial duties, light clerical work, setup and teardown of events, and inventory maintenance. Winter Attendants mainly perform indoor duties but might work in various facility locations, maintaining cleanliness and attending to patrons' queries. They also operate concessions and handle equipment cleaning and stocking. Meanwhile, Special Event Attendants focus more on preparing and managing setups and breakdowns for a diverse range of city events, providing essential support to event coordinators and ensuring smooth operations. A valid driver's license is required for those age 18 and older who operate city vehicles, although vehicle operation is not mandatory for all attendants. The City of Madison encourages applications from candidates aged 15 and older, supporting youth employment and offering opportunities for young individuals to gain valuable work experience. Those who are 14 but will turn 15 by January 17, 2026, are also eligible to apply, though work scheduling will commence only after reaching the age requirement. Madison values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, actively encouraging applications from Black, Indigenous, people of color, women, trans, nonbinary individuals, and people with disabilities. The city acknowledges and celebrates the variety of skills brought by candidates regardless of their educational pathways or professional history. Candidates are encouraged to apply even if not all job criteria are met, emphasizing a supportive environment to grow within the Parks Division and contribute meaningfully to the community's recreational programs.

• must be 15 years of age or older on or before first scheduled work shift
• ability to stand for long periods of time
• effective communication skills
• willingness to work flexible and intermittent hours
• valid driver's license for vehicle operation if age 18 or older
• cash handling ability
• ability to maintain facility cleanliness
• customer service skills