ABOUT US
Trails Park and Recreation District helps bring recreation, wellness, and connection to residents in the eastern Centennial area. We operate and maintain several parks, trails, open spaces, and facilities all designed to create places where people can get outside, be active, and spend time together. We also offer a wide range of programs for all ages, including youth sports, summer camps, fitness classes, community events, and activities for active aging.
Whether it’s a youth program, a daily workout, or a neighborhood gathering, our goal is to make recreation experiences accessible, welcoming, and meaningful.
Mission Statement: To enhance the quality of life for the families and individuals in our community by providing them with exceptional parks, trails, facilities, and recreational activities that foster overall well-being.
SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Childcare Supervisor and Guest Services Supervisor, the childcare attendant is responsible for the daily operations of the childcare department, greeting parents and children when they enter the childcare area and caring for children in a kind and responsible manner.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
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Ensures positive public relations.
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Enforces policies set up by Trails management and educates public to follow policies.
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Must be willing to feed, diaper and nurture children of different ages.
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Must acquire CPR and First Aid certification within three months of hire date.
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Must be able to deal with conflicts concerning children and parents.
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Distribute childcare information to parents.
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Maintains cleanliness of childcare area and all toys.
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Reports problems with cleanliness or safety issues to Childcare Supervisor and/or Assistant Manager.
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May be required to work evenings and holidays.
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Attend staff meetings and complete scheduled trainings (i.e. new employee orientation, customer service, sexual harassment, etc.).
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Establishes and maintains a working environment conducive to positive morale, individual style, quality, creativity and teamwork.
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Must maintain a positive and friendly attitude while engaged in stressful and/or controversial situations with patrons and co-workers.
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Schedule may vary according to hours of operation.
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Complies with District rules and regulations and policies and procedures.
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Performs various other duties as needed and assigned by Childcare Supervisor and/or Guest Services Supervisor.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
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Ability to effectively communicate verbally and/or in writing with customers and employees of the District both in person and over the telephone.
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Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and effectively.
- Ability and willingness to participate in activities with the children while creating a fun and positive environment.
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Ability to move about the building, grounds and various athletic fields in a relatively quick manner.
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May require long periods of standing.
- Ability to stand, reach, climb and stoop or kneel.
- Ability to talk and/or hear language from patrons, managers, or groups of people; ability to lift, carry, transport equipment, benches, tables and chairs or other objects up to 50lbs assisted.
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Ability to see objects closely and at a distance.
- Ability to deal with moderate to high stress situations at times and maintain a positive attitude.
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
- The noise level is typically moderate to high; water and humid conditions exist in the facility.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
BENEFITS & PERKS
- Paid sick leave.
- Free recreation center membership.
- Program and facility rental discounts.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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Previous childcare experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Previous customer service experience.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- CPR/First Aid certification.
