What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parks Specialist - Parks & Recreation (Seasonal/Limited Term) position at City of Onalaska?
The City of Onalaska is seeking to hire a Parks Specialist. This is considered a Limited Term Employment position. Scheduled hours may vary. An employee in this position is responsible for a variety of tasks related to the maintenance, repair and improvement of park and recreation facilities to include assisting with related supervisory duties. Work is performed according to established guidelines and reviewed by the Parks Manager.
Essential Job Functions:
- Leads a crew in the maintenance duties in parks, recreational facilities, restrooms, and athletic fields. Tasks could include but are not limited to mowing, irrigating, cleaning, and general landscape.
- Prepares and maintains parks, recreation facilities, and athletic fields for various recreational programs and seasons.
- Removes snow and ice from parking lots, walkways and park roads, floods and maintains ice skating rinks.
- Performs custodial tasks typical of public buildings and facilities. Tasks include but are not limited to: cleaning floors, remove and empty trash; clean windows, walls, ceilings and light fixtures; clean sinks, lavatories and urinals in restrooms.
- Maintains records and submit reports on maintenance activities.
- Performs duties specific to department as assigned by supervisor and also contributes to a cooperative working effort by demonstrating a willingness to perform other job-related work as needed or requested.
- Assists with hiring of seasonal limited term employees.
- Assists in the training of seasonal/limited term employees in tasks or in the use of equipment.
- Assists with scheduling and verifying hours using the city’s scheduling software.
- Assists with Maintain inventory or supplies and orders as necessary.
- Answers questions regarding parks and facilities and inform users of park rules and regulations.
- Other duties as requested or assigned.
Compensation: Wage range for this seasonal, limited-term position is $18.00 to $21.00 per hour depending on qualifications and budget. Flexible scheduling available. There are no benefits associated with limited-term positions.
To Apply: To be considered for this opportunity, submit an online employment. Position open until filled. Applications reviewed periodically upon submission.
Additional information: Minimum age 18. EOE/Drug Free Workplace.
High School diploma or equivalent required. Must be a minimum of 18 years of age. Prior supervisory experience preferred. Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Refer to job description for details.
Salary : $18 - $21
