Seasonal - Park Assistant Piney Run Park

Park Assistant, Piney Run Park (Full-Time) Information

Pay Range (Grade): $16.25 - $16.75 (Y000)

Other Compensation Offered:
Overtime

Employment Type:

Seasonal Contract, 40 hours per week

Organization:
Recreation & Parks - Parks - Piney Run

Location:

Piney Run Park

Reports to:

Park Manager, Piney Run Park

Classification:
Non-Exempt (42007)

At Carroll County Government, we look for people who are eager to engage in meaningful work that positively impacts our community. As public servants, our sense of purpose and motivation to work hard starts with the value we place on relationships with coworkers, community partners, and those we serve. We strive to build collaborative and passionate teams, with opportunities to learn and explore new possibilities in a welcoming workplace.

As a team, we are committed, inspired, and connected to make a difference in the community.

Are you ready for a job in the outdoors helping support local parks? As a Park Assistant for Carroll County, you will support Boathouse and Gatehouse operations to keep our parks a welcoming and safe space. We are looking for a friendly and courteous individual to help visitors by collecting admission fees and providing park information. You will help oversee park recreational activities and perform basic maintenance to park facilities, buildings, and grounds.

• Provide high quality customer service to park visitors by answering questions and providing information.
• Perform front desk duties at the gatehouse and nature center. Provide customer service at the boathouse. Duties include issuing permits, answering phone calls, and selling retail goods.
• Patrol the park to enforce Piney Run Park rules and regulations. Prevent illegal entrance, vandalism, and violations of fire/safety codes.
• Perform janitorial duties by cleaning comfort stations and picking up trash. Maintain park structures and equipment through basic repair.
• Complete assigned work in a timely fashion. Accept feedback.
• Demonstrate an ability to collaborate and a willingness to learn. Participate in a supportive work environment.
• Exhibit integrity, ethics, and fiscal responsibility.

• Digital Literacy (Introductory)
• Hand and Power Tools (Introductory)
• Repair and Maintenance (Introductory)
• Time Management (Introductory)
• Attention to Detail (Introductory)
• Planning and Organizing (Introductory)
• Customer Service (Introductory)

• Service Excellence
• Decision Making
• Collaborating with Others
• Safety Focus
• Quality Focus
• Fostering Communication
• Information Management
• Managing Resources
• Problem Solving

• High school diploma or general education diploma (GED)
• Up to one year of related experience
• A comparable amount of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum requirement.

• CPR, AED, First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen certification (or must obtain within three months of employment)

• Valid driver's license
• Boater Safety certification

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Requires criminal background check as condition of employment.
• May be required to work outside of standard hours.
• Flexible work schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Frequent exposure to potentially adverse weather conditions.
• Frequent physical activity: standing/walking, pushing/pulling, bending, reaching, lifting and carrying, climbing steps, squatting, stooping, and related activities.
• Must wear appropriate PPE as required.

Carroll County Government is dedicated to fostering a culture focused on the total well-being of our employees.

Find out more here:
Carroll County Government | Carroll County, Maryland (carrollcountymd.gov)

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