Part-Time Park Aide

Do you enjoy meeting new people and working outdoors? Come join our team as we are gearing up for Spring activities. SEVERAL POSITIONS AVAILABLE FLEXIBLE WORK HOURS HOURLY: $15.75 We are interviewing and hiring NOW! Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of tasks in the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the County parks to provide a safe environment for visitors; performs related work as required.Employee must exercise independent judgment, discretion and initiative in completing all job assignments. Employee must be able to establish and maintain cooperative, courteous, and positive communications with fellow employees, other personnel, and the general public. Reports to Park Superintendent or other designated employee. Examples of Duties: - Assists the public with matters of park usage; registers individuals and groups for park activities; assists with park programs and maintenance of park displays; assist with the preparation of areas or buildings prior to events, secures area afterward. - Opens and closes parks throughout the County; performs a variety of duties associated with the daily custodial maintenance of park areas and facilities including grass cutting, cleaning rest rooms, picking up trash, maintaining flowerbeds, etc. - Performs general maintenance and inspection of park grounds, trails, equipment, and facilities; reports more complicated maintenance needs to supervisor. - Maintains activity and park attendance records; files permits and reservation requests; and performs other clerical support duties. - Participates in various fee collections for equipment and facility rentals, hunting and fishing licenses, and boat and canoe permits; operates cash register; performs accounting, and daily balance of receipts. - Weighs and identifies fish caught by park patrons; responds to questions on game and fisheries laws. Assist with special events to include erecting tents, directing traffic, staffing booths, etc. - Patrols park property on foot, all-terrain vehicle, bicycle, boat, or vehicle as needed to ensure the safety of park visitors as well as to protect the security and integrity of park resources, property and equipment; radios for police assistance in emergencies such as serious injuries, disorderly conduct, or lost children. Qualifications: - High school diploma/GED. - One (1) year of experience in park operations/maintenance work preferred. Customer service and cash handling experience preferred. - To be considered for this position, your online application must includethree (3) professional references. Special Requirements: - Possession of a valid driver's license; possess and maintain a driving record that meets established Gloucester County Driving Standards. - Pass a post-offer, pre-employment physical examination; employee may be subject to subsequent physical examinations to ensure he/she meets job-related physical requirements. - Possession of, or ability to successfully complete within sixty (60) days of employment, Red Cross-approved course in First Aid, AED, and CPR. First Aid, AED and CPR certification must be maintained while employed by the County. - Completion of National Association of State Boating Law Administrator approved boat-handling course within three (3) months of employment. - Completion of Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Social Services approved child protection training/coursework for mandated reporters of child maltreatment within one (1) month of employment. - Possession of freshwater fishing license preferred. Gloucester County is an Equal Opportunity Employerand Drug Free Workplace OUR Community: Gloucester County