Rec Center Front Desk Attendant (Parks & Nature WDP)

The Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources Department for the Town of Garner is seeking a friendly, motivated team player to support daily operations, programming, and facility rentals at the White Deer Park Nature Center for 5-19 hours per week. The Nature Center has an exhibit hall, classroom, gardens and is located within White Deer Park. Examples of Duties: Serve as point of contact for customer service at the Nature Center Open/close facility for regular Nature Center hours and rentals Coordinate Nature Center rental process Assist visitors and callers with requests for other Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department services (e.g. program registrations, shelter reservations) Process payments for programs and rentals Maintain records for visitation, rentals, programming, etc. Monitor park and Nature Center for the safety and comfort of participants Assist with care of Nature Center exhibit animals Help set up classroom for programs and events Perform other administrative tasks to support programming and facility and park operations Assist with volunteers as needed Assist with Town-wide special events and other park programs as needed Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must: Be able to safely reposition classroom tables and chairs, including folding and unfolding tables and chairs and moving them to other rooms within the facility. Be at least 18 years of age and comfortable working independently and occasionally alone. Proficiency with operating a multi-line phone system, Microsoft Office (Publisher, Word, Excel), and web-based registration software is required. Be regularly available to work weekends (Friday evenings, Saturdays, and/or Sunday afternoons) in addition to weekday availability. Current CPR certification or the ability to obtain certification within 6 months of hire is required. Additional Information: Preference will be given to applicants with a background in park/facility management, environmental education, etc. Nature Center Public Hours of Operation April-September 10:00AM – 7:00PM Tuesday through Saturday Closed on Sunday and Monday October-March 12:00PM – 5:00PM Tuesday-Saturday Closed on Sunday and Monday Rentals may be booked seven days a week from 8am to 11pm. A monthly staffing schedule will be completed by the supervisor in advance. Individual work schedules will vary and may include daytime hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Applications should be submitted by August 21, 2026. Interviews may begin prior to the application deadline. Equal Opportunity Employer