Park Service Aide

Performs maintenance and custodial duties of park facilities. Responsible for the safety and supervision of participants in Village coordinated functions and enforcement of all park rules and regulations.

• Maintains assigned park facility by performing general maintenance and clean up duties, such as, the emptying of trash, sweeping, mopping and vacuuming, wiping down tables and chairs and other furnishings, replenishing toilet paper and hand towels, raking leaves, cleaning concession area, petting zoo area, parking lots, restrooms, and ball fields.
• Performs manual work in semi-skilled jobs involving maintenance, repair of buildings and grounds and minor construction, including pressure cleaning, graffiti removal, painting and other related tasks.  
• Provides courteous, prompt and knowledgeable customer service to the public in person and on the telephone by providing general information regarding programs and events, facility rentals and memberships; greets visitors in a friendly and sincere manner.    
• Monitors assigned park facility and assists in park inspections to ensure the safety of the public and park facilities; advises supervisor of safety hazards and non-routine repairs as needed.
• Performs concession and cashier duties involving the sale of retail products conducting cash and credit card transactions.
• Performs admission booth duties selling admission tickets and collecting payments.
• Assists with the coordination of recreational activities, including setting up and cleaning of rooms for recreational activities and party rentals.
• Performs production assistance during performances. 
• Assists in assembling and building of theater scenery. 
• Enforces safety and other department rules and regulations.  
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Specialized training and experience as a camp counselor, aquatic facility operator or food handling certification is highly desired. 

 

Additional Qualifications:

• 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.
• Must be knowledgeable of the materials, methods and equipment typically used in recreational work and clean up duties.
• Must have knowledge of basic rules of safety and ability to enforce applicable rules and regulations.
• Must have the physical strength and agility to perform assigned tasks, which include, but are not limited to, bending, twisting, walking, climbing, reaching, lifting and carrying.
• Must maintain high ethical, honesty and moral standards.
• Must maintain high ethical, honesty and moral standards. 
• Must be able to fluently speak, hear, read and write in the English language.  Ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus.
• Must be a non-smoker.
• Applicants must complete all requirements established by the Village of Pinecrest for employment. This may include, but not limited to, a written examination, typing test, psychological screening to determine suitability for position, polygraph examination, comprehensive background investigation, and a job-related medical examination including a drug/alcohol screening test.
• The minimum qualifications may be waived by the Village Manager. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Ability to learn to operate a digital sound system and theatrical light board. 
• Ability to obtain and maintain a licensed driver status in the State of Florida.
• Ability to understand and follow simple, oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work assigned schedule including weekends, evenings and holidays.
• Ability to become CPR and AED certified.
• Ability to maintain a high level of organization.
• Ability to perform several tasks at one time.
• Ability to prioritize duties and meet department goals and deadlines.
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters and exercise discretion.
• Ability and responsibility to effectively work independently, exercise discretion and independent judgment and maintain confidentiality and professionalism in the execution of duties.
• Ability to get along with others and work effectively and courteously with fellow workers, officials, other agencies and the public.

Instructions:  Please read carefully.  Failure to follow instructions may disqualify you from the selection process.

Attach all required documents to your application each time you apply for a position with the Village of Pinecrest.  Documents which you may have previously uploaded remain in your profile but will not attach automatically and you will be deemed ineligible without the proper documentation.

The following documents are required to be uploaded with your application:
1.    A valid driver license or learner's permit from any state must be uploaded with application.
2.  Complete the Disclosure and Authorization Form and attach to your employment application in pdf format. Click here  to obtain the form.  
4.    Resumes are Optional and may be attached, but are not required and shall not be reviewed in place of the employment application.
Additionally, applicants must completely detail their work experience on the application, including but not limited to, dates of employment and reasons for leaving prior employment or risk being disqualified.

Veterans Preference: Veterans Preference is awarded in accordance with Florida State Statute 295.07. If veteran’s preference is being claimed, it must be indicated on the application form and proper documentation, including all forms DD-214 must be submitted with the application.

Prior to employment, successful completion of a background investigation will be required.  Depending upon the position, a medical examination and/or drug screen may be required.   Additionally, appointment to certain positions (including promotions or transfers) may be contingent upon submission of official transcripts.
   

Salary : $31,990 - $49,566