Concession Attendant-McDowell Dam

HOURLY RATE: Starting at $14.75 per hour

MCDOWELL DAM CONCESSION ATTENDANT JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB INFORMATION

  • Classification: Operations/Maintenance (Part-Time I, II or III)
  • Pay Range: Pay is determined on an annual basis by the Board of Park Commissioners
  • Supervisor: Works under the general and detailed supervision of the McDowell Dam Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for renting recreational watercraft equipment and sale of concessions to the public while implementing all policies and procedures of the Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD).

JOB DUTIES AND TASKS

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed by the individual within this classification. They are not to be considered an exhaustive or all-inclusive listing of the position’s duties and tasks, as they may change or be adjusted, as situations require.

Essential Functions

  • Actively greet customers.
  • Rent recreational watercraft equipment (canoes, kayaks, paddleboats, paddleboards) to the public and assist customers with rental form agreement.
  • Sell concessions items to the public.
  • Collect correct rental/concession fees, make accurate change, and maintain accurate reports of rentals and follow established opening and closing procedures.
  • Monitor dock area and rental activities and clean the interior and exterior of watercraft when required.
  • Maintain a clean and organized rental area.
  • Alert supervisor when visitors are not in compliance with park rules.
  • Follow all BPRD safety policies and procedures outlined in the Risk Management Handbook.
  • Complete all necessary payroll forms and utilize the electronic time and attendance timekeeping system.
  • Understand and follow the standard operating procedures outlined in the employee manual.
  • Understand and follow the Human Resource Policy and Procedure Handbook items related to this position.
  • Represent BPRD in a professional and positive manner. BPRD issues clothing and equipment to employees and the issued items are to be used in an appropriate manner, not inconsistent with the image BPRD wishes to convey to the public.

Other Duties and Tasks

  • Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships.
  • Arrive at scheduled time and be ready to work. Absences must have prior approval by the supervisor.
  • Responsible for personal neatness, attire, and communicating repair needs.
  • Other duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

  • Be at least 16 years of age.
  • Pass a background check prior to being hired and before starting work.
  • Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
  • Be reliable, responsible and conscientious.
  • Be able to handle and account for money.
  • Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds alone or heavier amounts with the assistance of other employees.

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Position works 20-40 hours per week, depending on shift schedule and weather (weekday shift: Monday – Friday from 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm and weekend shift: Saturday – Sunday from 11:00 am to 9:00 pm).
  • Work is primarily outdoors and requires working under extreme conditions.
  • The job site is the rental building by the dock which is partially enclosed and subject to the weather conditions.
  • Employee is expected to wear clean full-length pants that are not tattered or torn and wear job appropriate footwear. BPRD provides T-shirts, caps and any safety gear that is required to complete assigned tasks.

Updated March 2026

Approved by Operations Director