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City of Bellingham Aquatic Center Cashier (Regular Non-Benefited) in Bellingham, Washington
Aquatic Center Cashier (Regular Non-Benefited)
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Aquatic Center Cashier (Regular Non-Benefited)
Salary
$16.28 Hourly
Location
City of Bellingham, WA
Job Type
Regular Non Benefited
Job Number
24-Aquatic Center Cashier RNB
Department
Parks and Recreation
Opening Date
01/01/2024
Closing Date
12/31/2024 4:30 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
Local 1937
Description
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Nature of Work
The City of Bellingham Parks Department (https://cob.org/gov/dept/parks) is currently accepting applications for part-time, non-benefited Aquatic Center Cashiers. This is an on-going recruitment to fill current and future staffing needs throughout the year. This recruitment may be closed at any time based on departmental needs.
Aquatic Center Cashiers greet customers and provide information regarding admission fees and program schedules, collect admissions, process purchase of passes and class registration, answer questions regarding facilities and pool hours, class schedules and fees in person and via a multi-line telephone.
This position will start at Step 1 ($16.28/hour). Employees receive step increases on completion of 2080 hours in accordance with the Guild of Pacific Northwest Employees, Local 1937 Collective Bargaining Agreement (https://cob.org/about/employment/labor-agreements-pay-schedule) and City policy. The full 2023 salary range for this position is $16.28/hour - $19.88/hour.
In a regular non-benefitted position with the City of Bellingham, employees are allowed to work up to 69 hours per calendar month and flex up to full time for up to four months each calendar year.
City of Bellingham employees receive access to our employee assistance program. This position is not eligible for benefits, except as required by law. Employees are eligible to accrue 1 hour of Washington State paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked.
This position becomes represented by the Local 1937 bargaining unit after the completion of 1040 hours working an average of at least 12 hours per week, on an annual basis.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Collects admissions using computer program; processes purchase of passes and class registrations.
Maintains cash drawer, handling of cash exchange with patrons and reconciliation closeout.
Greets patrons as primary receptionist; provides information regarding admission fees, private rentals and class schedules/fees, private lessons, and any other information regarding events taking place at the Aquatic Center. Books facility registrations for classes, private lessons and pass sales, and reservations for rentals.
Maintains wait list on existing or future programs offered and works to market and fill courses.
Answers telephones and takes or routes messages to appropriate staff. May sort and route incoming mail and prepare outgoing mail.
Maintains lost-and-found including laundering, sorting and care of claimed or found items.
May be responsible for pool opening and/or closing procedures, starting cash register and logging onto registration/reservation program in absence of Aquatic Center Main Cashier.
Performs data entry into computerized registration program.
ADDITIONAL WORK PERFORMED:
Performs related duties as assigned, such as basic general office work such as typing, filing or faxing tasks.
Assists with facility emergencies, first aid, CPR, crowd control and clean-up.
Monitors restroom and locker room facilities; performs minor cleaning and restocking of paper supplies.
During emergency weather conditions, may assist with snow removal or sanding to ensure safe patron access to pool facilities.
Attends in-service meetings.
May be assigned special projects.
Performs other related duties of a similar nature or level.
Performs data entry into computerized registration program.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is generally performed in an office environment, with frequent interaction with the public in person and by telephone. Requires some walking on wet or slick surfaces around pool area and some lifting of heavy supplies and materials.
Physical ability to perform required duties including:
sitting or standing for long periods of time;
visual acuity to read a computer screen and a typeset page;
fine finger dexterity to operate a cash register and computer keyboard and mouse, etc.;
occasionally lift up to 30 pounds for office supplies and snow/sanding duties.
Experience and Training
Must be at least 18 years of age.
One year of experience as a cashier or related experience handling money required.
Six months of receptionist or customer service experience required.
Six months of experience and/or training with Microsoft Office preferred.
Office/clerical experience performing tasks such as filing, answering phone, data entry/retrieval preferred.
Experience with a reservation system preferred.
Necessary Special Requirements
Cashier shifts are between the hours of 5:30 am and 9:00 pm Sunday through Saturday. Employees work 3-15 hours per week.
Employment contingent upon passing a criminal convictions check, child and adult abuse records check and local background check (see Fair Hiring Practices below).
Must obtain and maintain a CPR/AED and First Aid Certification within 3 months of hire.
Willingness and ability to work flexible and/or additional hours which may include evenings, weekends and holidays.
Selection Process
You are encouraged to print a copy of this job announcement for your reference as the process moves along
Applications will be reviewed to ensure they are complete. All complete applications will be forwarded to the Aquatics Center for review. Candidates selected to participate in further assessment will be notified directly by the Aquatics Center. Due to high volume of candidates, we will only be contacting the most qualified candidates.
Equal Opportunity:
Our environment is characterized by respect for cultural backgrounds, belief systems, and ethnic diversity. The City of Bellingham is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its work force. We do not make decisions on the basis of an individual's race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, age (40+), disability, retaliation, sexual orientation or gender identity, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking, use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. All are encouraged to apply for employment.
Fair Hiring Practices
The City provides individuals who have been arrested or convicted of a criminal offense an equal and fair opportunity to obtain employment.
The City will not inquire about an applicant's criminal history until after a conditional job offer has been made.
The City will disregard the prior arrest and conviction record of an otherwise qualified individual unless the offense is directly related to the job position for which the individual has applied.
The City will notify an otherwise qualified applicant about a potentially disqualifying conviction and give the applicant an opportunity to submit information regarding the accuracy of the criminal records as well as evidence of mitigation or rehabilitation, as appropriate.
In a regular non-benefit position with the City of Bellingham, employees are allowed to work up to 69 hours per calendar month. These positions are not eligible for benefits, except as required by law.
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Are you at least 18 years of age or older?
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Do you have a minimum of one (1) year of experience as a cashier or related experience handling money?
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Do you have six (6) months of receptionist or customer service experience?
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Please describe particular skills, experience or training which qualifies you for the Aquatic Center Cashier.
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What hours can you work? (Select all that apply)
5:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
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Agency
City of Bellingham
Address
104 West Magnolia Street Bellingham, Washington, 98225
Phone
360-778-8228
Website
http://www.cob.org/employment
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