Seasonal Park Aide- Botna Bend

Overview

Pottawattamie County Conservation is announcing the hiring of a Seasonal Park Aide for Botna Bend Park in Hancock, Iowa!

• Assist Park Ranger with the management of county parks including maintenance and public relations.
• Register campers, collect user, camper and other miscellaneous fees and provide receipts of payment. Prepare and collect fees for shelter rentals.
• Perform routine ground maintenance in parks and assigned properties including, but not limited to mowing, trimming, pruning, and trash removal.
• Perform road and trail maintenance duties such as blading and filing holes.
• Perform routine building maintenance and clean and stock supplies in park facilities such as restrooms, shower houses, and shelters.
• Perform other functions as directed or as the situation dictates.

• General knowledge of the care and safe operation of both manual and power tools and equipment used in maintenance and repair tasks.
• General knowledge of routine maintenance and repair to equipment, grounds, and facilities. General knowledge of various outdoor recreational activities, such as boating, hiking, camping, fishing and canoeing.
• Ability to understand and follow both oral and written instructions.
• Ability to accurately prepare and maintain basic departmental records and reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, various civic organizations, and the general public.

• Must have a valid driver's license and maintain it throughout the course of employment.
• Must have a good driving record. The incumbent cannot have been convicted of a felony in the past 2 years. CPR and basic first aid certification preferred.

• Salary: $15 - $17/hour
• Job Type: Seasonal
• Location:
  
  Botna Bend Park: 42926 Mahogany Rd., Hancock
• Posted: 2/3/2026