Duties
(Note: The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this class specification are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications and salary level for all positions in this class. They are not intended to include all of the essential functions of all positions in the class.)- Patrols the park on foot and in a vehicle; enforces park rules and regulations; performs first aid as necessary; opens buildings.
- Advises maintenance crew and volunteers of daily priorities; sets up cash for receptionist and gate attendant; raises flags; fills vending machines; readies pavilions for reservations.
- Checks gate attendants and verifies money pick-ups; supervises part-time employees and volunteers; checks in groups for pavilions and camps.
- Secures park for the night; counts daily receipts; and secures cash.
- Prepares a variety of written reports, including but not limited to daily logs, incident reports, graffiti reports, and chemical data forms.
- Plans and presents interpretive, recreational, and informational programs, and maintains live animal displays.
- Operates and maintains audio-visual equipment.
- Performs general park maintenance, including mowing the grass, picking up litter, repairing signs, and trimming trees.
- Assists with the preparation of forms and brochures; acts for the superior.
- Performs related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of methods and techniques of park operation and maintenance.
- Knowledge of safety and emergency first-aid procedures and the ability to perform First Aid and/or CPR.
- Skill in the use of a bicycle and/or a vehicle to patrol park grounds.
- Ability to learn and apply County laws, regulations, and administration procedures applicable to park operations.
- Ability to deal with the public in a courteous manner.
- Ability to lead others in the work.
- Ability to think and act quickly in an emergency.
- Ability to exercise good judgment and proper safety precautions and practices at all times.
- Ability to plan and carry out varied maintenance activities.
- Ability to operate specialized mechanical, electrical, transportation, and computerized equipment.
- Ability to develop and present educational programs.
Qualifications
Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in park, conservation, or natural resource management, recreation, or forestry.Experience: Six (6) months or more of experience in park, conservation, or natural resource management, recreation, or forestry; and a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license.
NOTE: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in park, conservation, or natural resource management, recreation, or forestry may be substituted with 60 college credits and two (2) additional years of experience for a total of two (2) years and 6 months of experience in park, conservation, or natural resource management, recreation, or forestry and a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license
NOTE: For a University or College outside the United States, the applicant must provide documentation of accreditation and educational equivalency, which can be accomplished through a credential evaluation service. Applicants with a foreign degree must provide this documentation upon the close of the announcement. An Accredited University or College is the recognition from an accrediting agency that an institution maintains a certain level of educational standards. The U.S. Department of Education maintains a database of accrediting agencies it recognizes for schools within the United States.
NOTE: This position is Safety Sensitive, and employees in this position are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS) and Alcohol Testing.