Golf Shop Associate Outside Services (Meadow Hills - Variable Hour)

JOB LOCATION 800 Telluride St Aurora, Colorado 80011-7815 City of Aurora, Colorado It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora? Make a difference in the lives of real people every day Diverse community Competitive total compensation package Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan Light rail station minutes away On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement Access to innovation workspaces PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Golf carts do not clean themselves and range balls definitely do not jump back into the buckets on their own. We need a person who treats every player with genuine respect even if their drive ends up in the tall grass. Doing the right thing stays our focus even when you are working solo at the far end of the course. Your shift centers on making the customer experience excellent by keeping water coolers full and the first tee running on time. This role demands a professional attitude while handling heavy range pickers or helping a golfer with a question. You will spend the day moving around outside and solving problems with a calm approach. People who take pride in their work and value our local community will thrive in this environment. Must be 16 years old by time of hire The starting hiring rate for this role is $17.00/hour. This is classified as VHNE (Variable Hour Non-Benefit Employee), where the selected candidate will work less than 29 hours per week. This position does not provide medical benefits. This position earns sick leave in accordance with the Healthy Families and Workplace Act. The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first-come, first-served basis; as soon as we determine we have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice. ** This job announcement is for collecting candidate applications for current and future Golf Shop Outside Service Associates. Applicants will be contacted only when a position need is identified, and their qualifications match the position's needs. ** The selected applicant(s) will undergo the following conditions: Background Check (if over 18) Position overview: Performs a variety of manual and skilled functions associated with daily golf shop outside services at one of the city owned golf courses. Primary focus of position is making sure all outdoor amenities and services are provided to customers in a professional manner aimed at maximizing the overall customer experience. The Golf Division operates the courses as a division of the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Assist customers with inquiries and create a welcome environment Keep staging area stocked with carts and ensure used carts are removed and cleaned Monitor driving range and ball machine to ensure proper setup and sufficient supply of clean range balls Operate range picker when range ball supplies are running low or when necessary to do a clean pick Pick up trash around clubhouse and out on course when required Ensure water coolers on course have sufficient supply of clean drinking water Provide marshaling services to monitor flow of play on course and address problem situations Provide starter services on first tee to ensure timely start of all scheduled groups Maintain communication with pro shop to address any operational issues that need addressed Provide support for various tournaments, league, or other special event activities Performs other duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered Education: No minimum requirement Experience: No minimum requirement Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience and knowledge about the game and preferably experience in a golf related job Skills: Good interpersonal skills that allow for friendly interactions with the public and employees Good communication skills both orally and written Abilities: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels of organization Ability to handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy Ability to solve problems, negotiate and handle stressful situations in a positive manner Licenses and Certifications Required: Colorado Drivers License WORKING CONDITIONS Essential Personnel: When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel Physical Demands: Medium work that involves lifting/carrying no more than 50 pounds with or without assistance Continuous standing and walking Frequent pushing, pulling, bending, lifting, carrying, stooping Speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and citizens Hand/foot/eye coordination for operation of radios, golf carts, range equipment and cleaning equipment Work Environment: Works primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions with access to shelter when necessary Equipment Used: Will operate golf carts regularly. Potential for operating range ball picker, ball washer, ball machine and radios Depending on tee sheet software, potential for utilizing iPad type device to assist in tracking customer flow This position may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment. The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24. For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application. The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission. Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired. Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References: As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check. Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies. Why Work for Aurora? Competitive total compensation package Rich benefits package with low employee costs Generous paid-time-off program (Vacation, Sick and Personal leaves) Retirement pension plan Rewarding public sector work impacting a large and diverse community Growing city and employee population Expansive perk benefits such as free Recreation Center Membership, wellness programs, tuition assistance, career advancement, performance bonus programs, etc. On-site fitness center and wellness programs Remote work opportunities Benefits & Retirement - City of Aurora (auroragov.org) Please show all your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application. Leaving blanks or omitting previous employment may result in your disqualification from employment. City policy requires that selected candidates provide documentation in the form of official transcripts of the highest level of education attained by the candidate that is listed on their application materials. The City of Aurora requires all applicants for employment, who are offered positions with the City, to undergo a thorough criminal background check, drug testing for safety sensitive position and possible credit check for select positions. All job applicants shall be asked to electronically consent to or sign a release authorizing a criminal background check and submit a urine sample for the purpose of testing for a wide variety of prohibited and/or controlled substances. Please click the following link to access the summary of your rights. Applicants who hold a Commercial Drivers License will also be required to undergo alcohol testing using an Evidential Breath Testing Device. Note: The recent legalization of recreational marijuana by the state of Colorado does not change the city's policy. Applicants who test positive for marijuana during a pre-employment drug test will not be hired, and will be ineligible to be employed with the city for one year. The City of Aurora uses E-Verify to determine if employees are legally eligible to work in the United States. Know your rights! The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. No applicant for employment or employee shall be discriminated against because of age, race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability or military status. The City shall develop and maintain a plan for diversity. Through its staff, the City shall periodically analyze its employment related practices and its plan for diversity to ensure compliance with this policy. If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation for completing this application, please feel free to contact our office at: 303-739-7225 or visit us at 15151 E. Alameda Pkwy., Suite 3500, Aurora, CO 80012. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity Respect Professionalism Customer Service And we welcome all who share these values to apply.