PARK SERVICE AIDE

Position is posted on a continuous basis until a sufficient amount of qualified applications are received.

Applicants who are interested in the position are encouraged to submit an application promptly; notice will not be announced prior to closing the posting.

This position reports to the Park Manager and Assistant Park Manager at assigned facility.

Essential Functions:

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.

• Performs manual work in semi-skilled jobs involving maintenance, repair of buildings and/or grounds, and minor construction.
• Assists with setup and breakdown of City sanctioned events and activities.
• Assists in park inspections to ensure the safety of the public and park facilities.
• Identifies, repairs and prevents possible safety hazards or causes of injury.
• Answers department phones and assists customers.
• Enforces safety and other park rules and regulations; administers first aid as required.
• Performs general maintenance and clean up duties at the park which include, but not limited to, the emptying of trash receptacles, sweeping, mopping and vacuuming floors, wiping down tables, chairs and other furnishings, replenishing toilet paper and hand towels, and cleaning concession area, restrooms and fields.
• Performs other duties as required and assigned by the Assistant Park Manager and the Park Manager.

Additional Duties:

• Performs other related work as required.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND TRAINING

• A High School diploma or a GED equivalent.
• Minimum Age Requirement: 18 years of age or older.
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License with acceptable driving record.
• Additional specialized training such as camp instructor, teacher or a related field is desirable.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS REQUIRED

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must possess excellent customer service skills and be able to establish good customer relations. Must have an ability to deal with people effectively, courteously and enthusiastically.
• Requires limited knowledge of the materials, methods and equipment typically used in recreational work and clean up duties.
• Ability to understand and follow simple, oral and written instructions.
• Ability to use or repair small/light equipment, such as power tools.
• Ability to use or repair medium equipment and machinery, such as vehicles or commercial mowers.
• Ability to accept, receive, and/or collect payments.
• Ability to use small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
• Ability to use computers for data entry.
• Knowledge of basic rules of safety and ability to enforce applicable rules and regulations.
• Must be able to work independently and complete daily activities and tasks according to work schedule.
• Must be fluent in the English language. Spanish is a plus.

Physical Requirements :

• Ability to perceive information through sound, handle/lift/pull/push objects; express ideas through speaking quickly or accurately; stand for sustained periods of time; use visual acuity to perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal or making observations of facilities; and walk from one work site to another.
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.