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Posted: March 10, 2026 (3 days ago)

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Pool Aide-Cashier

City of Pittsburgh

Parks & Recreation

Fresh

Location

Salary

Not specified

Closes

Open until filled

Job Description

Summary

This entry-level job at a City of Pittsburgh public pool involves greeting visitors, selling admission tickets and pool tags, handling cash payments at the register, and providing friendly customer service to ensure a safe and welcoming environment.

It's a seasonal role perfect for outgoing high school students or young adults who enjoy working with people and don't mind a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.

No prior experience or education is needed, making it accessible for beginners who can pass a basic background check and medical exam.

Key Requirements

  • At least 16 years old by summer orientation (work permit required if under 18 and no high school diploma/GED)
  • Proof of City of Pittsburgh residency at application and throughout employment
  • Pennsylvania Act 153 Clearance and Cogent Fingerprints prior to appointment
  • Pass a pre-employment background investigation (criminal, driver's license, tax payments)
  • Pass a medical examination prior to start date
  • Completed online City of Pittsburgh Employment Application with profile data
  • Ability to provide excellent customer service and handle cash transactions accurately

Full Job Description

Greets patrons in a friendly and courteous manner when entering and leaving the facility. Responds to all patron inquires. Operates the cash register and handles cash transactions. Works as a team with other staff to provide a safe and clean facility.

Department: Parks and Recreation
Salary: $15.75 per hour
Union: None, this is a non-union position.
Civil Service Classification: Exempt, non-career.

Requirements


General Application Requirements:
You must submit or show proof of all of the following at the time of application (unless otherwise indicated below), or your application will be disqualified. Disqualification based on any of these General Application Requirements are not subject to a Civil Service appeal.
  • A completed online City of Pittsburgh Employment Application, including your online Employment Profile Data. (Education and Work Experience).
  • Pennsylvania Act 153 Clearance and Cogent Finger Prints through the Department of Human Services prior to appointment.
  • Applicants are required to present verification of City residency at time of filing application and must remain a resident throughout employment.
  • Applicants must be at least sixteen (16) years of age by the summer orientation date. Applicants under eighteen (18) years of age, who do not possess a High School Diploma or GED, must present a current, valid work permit prior to appointment.
NOTE: The City of Pittsburgh, as a matter of policy, conducts pre-employment and promotional background investigations on all candidates being considered for positions. The background investigation includes, but is not limited to, criminal background, driver's license, and City of Pittsburgh real estate tax payments. Candidates may be disqualified from consideration based on the results of their background investigation, as it relates to the job for which the applicant is being considered.

Qualifying Requirements:
Your work experience and education/training will be evaluated to determine if you meet the qualifying eligibility requirements listed below for this position. You will receive notice of your eligibility status via email.
  • Work Experience: None required for this position.
  • Education/Training: None required for this position.
  • Equivalency: None required for this position.

Qualifications

If you meet the qualifying requirements listed above, you will be sent a letter of admission (when applicable) for the following examination(s). You must pass the written and/or performance examination(s) on order to have your name placed on the official Civil Service eligibility list for this position. Candidates who receive job offers must pass a medical examination (when applicable) prior to start date.
  • Written: None required for this position.
  • Performance: None required for this position.
  • Medical: Required.

Additional Information

  • Greets patrons when they enter and leave the facility.
  • Sells pool tags and daily admissions.
  • Manages cash operations and sales; ensures there is sufficient change for sales transactions and maintains necessary paperwork.
  • Operates a cash register and manages cash operations and assists with applications.
  • Maintains accurate receipts and sales records; ensures all transactions are correct.
  • Provides excellent customer service to patrons by answering questions, complaints, and concerns with a positive and professional attitude.
  • Accurately records and completes the daily attendance of the facility.
  • Performs closing procedures, makes ensures the money and checks are accounted for; works with Manager to ensure reports balance.
  • Enforces rules and regulations as patrons enter the facility and assists Aquatic personnel in controlling patron behavior.
  • Participates in Emergency Action Plans and cooperates with Aquatic team to ensure safety.
  • Take Direction from Head Lifeguard in regard to daily duties; maintains cleanliness of the entire facility, including the deck/grass area, restrooms, changing areas, etc.
  • Issues stamps to patrons leaving the facility for re-entry purpose.
  • Maintains effective, positive relationships with entire Aquatic Team,
  • Must be in uniform at all times.
  • Work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
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Posted on NEOGOV: 3/10/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/12/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-pittsburgh-5245022