Birthday Party Host (Part-Time; Year-Round)

Mountain Recreation provides a dynamic and engaging environment for both participants and staff—one that promotes skill development, movement, life skills, and fun! We’re looking for enthusiastic applicants who excel in teamwork, demonstrate strong communication, and exemplify our core values in every interaction.

Do you have a positive attitude, love working with kids and throwing birthday parties?! This position is perfect for you! Mountain Recreation is looking for someone who is creative to oversee our birthday parties at the Edwards Field House. 

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POSITION DETAILS

Job Title: Birthday Party Host

Location: Edwards Field House (Edwards, CO)

Schedule: Part-Time; Year-Round;  shifts are Fridays and Weekends 

Work Environment: Work schedule is varied and may require evenings, weekends, and holidays. Hours may vary. The flow of work and character of duties involve normal mental and visual attention much or all the time. Work requires continuous contact with children and requires a great deal of energy, patience, and flexibility. Frequent exposure to childhood illnesses poses slight health hazard. Physical exertion includes frequent walking, bending and the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted, pushing, pulling, and kneeling to lift children, equipment, and supplies. Job stress may include dealing with parents/patron, crowds, uncooperative participants, difficult individuals, exposure to illness and periods of continuous demand.

Supervision Required: Works under the direct supervision of the Edwards Field House Facility Supervisor

Supervision Exercised: None

Salary:  $15.50-$19.37/hour DOE; staff in this position are eligible for a $1/hour incentive for Spanish/English bilingual and can pass the language competency test. 

Benefits: 

• Retirement Savings: 3.75% employer contribution to a 401(a) retirement account
• Paid Time Off: Accrued sick leave in accordance with HFWA.
• Facility Access & Memberships: Complimentary access to all three Mountain Recreation facilities and a free membership to the Gypsum Recreation Center.
• Program Discounts: 20% off facility programs for employees and immediate family members.
• Family Discounts: Discounted punch cards for immediate family members at the Gypsum Recreation Center.
• Outdoor Gear Perks: Access to pro deals on top outdoor industry brands through ExpertVoice.
• Scholarship Opportunities: Student scholarship programs available.
• Healthcare Options: Opportunity to enroll in Vail Valley Partnership’s One Valley Healthcare Plan—an affordable healthcare program for employees and their families.

Mountain Recreation believes that everyone, including our staff, deserves to be healthy and happy. We foster a culture of accountability and flexibility while offering world-class benefits.

For more details on employee benefits, visit: https://mountainrec.org/benefits-overview/

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

General Statement of Duties: Ensures the safety of the children while providing entertainment – leads birthday party activities/games/songs

Examples of Duties:

• Greet patrons as they enter the facility. Provide positive and enthusiastic customer service to all party guests.
• Prepare and decorate party areas with balloons, signs, streamers etc. Set up cake, party favors, tableware, drinks and food if requested.
• Assist guests in serving food, party favors and various other tasks.
• Ensures the safety of the children while in our care. Reports any problems with equipment or toys to supervisor.
• Monitor party area to ensure safety and cleanliness
• Maintain accountabilities for all attendees/children
• Entertain the children with creative activities, games, etc.
• Ability to answer questions regarding party policies and procedures.
• Provide information to the public on facility operations and recreation programs
• Ensure safety of patrons in the facility and assist in emergency situations
• Provide first-aid care when needed.
• Inform supervisor of any known situation that may be hazardous to patrons or staff
• Performs other duties as assigned

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COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

Considerable knowledge of: General knowledge of age-appropriate activities.

Skills and abilities:

• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work as a team player
• Customer service skills
• General knowledge of child development and age-appropriate activities
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment while paying attention to detail.

Requirements:

Education and experience

1. Minimum 15 years of age or older; AND
2. High school graduation or equivalency or currently attending high school; AND
3. Previous volunteer or work experience providing care for infants, toddlers, and children, preferably in a professional setting; OR
4. 4. Any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and ability to perform the above-described duties.
5. 5. Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.

Certifications:

1. May require possession of or ability to obtain a valid First Aid/CPR certification within 30 days of hire.

FORWARD TOGETHER 

You are welcome at Mountain Rec for who you are, no matter where you come from, what you look like, or what keeps you active. Recreation is for everyone—and so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our organization, the more we will all thrive, contribute, and be forward-thinking! So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It is in our differences that we will find the power to keep revolutionizing the way we PLAY.

Colorado Residents: We are committed to fair hiring practices. In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. This position will require the applicant to verify the meeting of a minimum age requirement of 15 years old as such requirement is a bona fide occupational qualification pertaining to public safety and required by law.