Grand Rapids Kroc Center - Gym Attendant

Position Summary:  The Gym Attendant will supervise the gym, service desk, locker rooms, hallways, participants, programs, and activities and enforce necessary guidelines.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provide general supervision of the activity areas and participants.
• Provide information and answer questions about available programs, gym schedule and events.
• Follow the weekly gym schedule as outlined in the Monthly Drop-In Recreation Schedule.
• Maintain accurate equipment check out and check in system.
• Report all equipment and gym area problems to the Gym Supervisor.
• Maintain accurate headcounts.
• Organize and supervise activities in the gym as assigned.
• Operate scoreboard when needed.
• Assist in class and program check-in procedures.
• Enforce all safety guidelines that pertain to the gym and locker rooms on a constant and consistent basis.
• Ensure participants under 18 years of age are wearing wristbands.
• Maintain the cleanliness and operation of the gym equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of the gym by following shift cleaning checklist.
• Clean and inspect equipment used in the gym.
• Report all equipment breakdowns according to the stated procedure.
• Repair and fix equipment as needed.
• Collect and manage the Lost and Found.
• Wash lost and found items, towels, and other items as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Education/Experience: 

• A High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Previous experience supervising, coaching, and working with children preferred.
• Be at least 18 years old.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: 

• Possess an understanding of the rules and fundamentals of indoor sports such as basketball, volleyball, dodgeball, badminton, floor hockey, indoor soccer and other programs offered in the gymnasium is preferred.
• Be able to read, write and communicate in English with the preferred ability to also communicate in Spanish.
• Be able to lift and carry 40lbs.
• Must be able to be mobile for long periods of time.

Computer Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365
• Working Knowledge of TEAMS and SharePoint

Certificates and Licenses: 

• Have CPR/AED/First Aid certification or obtain within 45 days.
• Complete Safe From Harm Training, and keep current as needed.

Qualifications:

The Salvation Army Kroc Center offers a free individual Kroc Membership to all employees

Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer.  Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.