What are the responsibilities and job description for the Visitor Services Monitor - Part Time position at GVRD?
Job Announcement
The Greater Vallejo Recreation District invites applications for:
Position: Visitor Services Monitor - Part Time Department: Maintenance
Job Opening Date: January 29, 2025 Location: Parks
Deadline for applying: Open Until Filled Position Type: Part Time
Salary Range: $18.25 - $19.00
The Greater Vallejo Recreation District is a Special Service District that has been serving area residents for over sixty years. As a Special Service District, GVRD operates as a separate government agency from the City of Vallejo. GVRD manages 407 acres of public park space including 20 neighborhood parks, 10 community parks, 6 special purpose parks, and Olympic-size swimming pool and 4 community centers. GVRD maintains over 1,000 acres of public land.
GVRD is governed by a five-member Board of Directors. With 30 plus full time and approximately 155 part-time and seasonal employees, GVRD operates on a 2025-2026 fiscal year budget of $12.9 million for general fund operations and Measure K funding amounting to $2.2 million. The Measure K funding is being utilized to purchase necessary equipment, improve parks, facilities.
Job Description:
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
To monitor scheduled activities in assigned District park; to ensure compliance with District regulations governing use of parks and facilities; to provide information to the general public; and to perform a variety to technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general direction from the Visitor Services Coordinator.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS- Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Inspect and maintain assigned park area for cleanliness; identify reserved areas and place signs.
- Monitor activities during schedules events and ensure compliance with district regulations; enforce regulations as necessary; assist user groups; provide emergency assistance as needed.
- As Kiosk Operator, maintain and operate Kiosk; greet and direct park visitors; provide information as necessary; accept parking fees and issue receipts.
- Balance parking fees collected; transfer cash to Visitors Services Coordinator using established audit control procedures.
- Respond to difficult and sensitive situations; notify emergency vehicle or police department when necessary.
- Close and secure park.
Marginal Functions:
- Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
District rules and regulations as they apply to park use.
District lands and boundaries.
Ability to:
Enforce District rules and regulations applicable to park rental and use.
Interact effectively with the general public and handle sensitive situations;
Direct others in emergency situations.
Operate a vehicle.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Maintain effective audio/visual discrimination and perception to the degree necessary for the successful performance of assigned duties.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience
No Experience Necessary
Education:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
License or Certificate
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver’s license.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions
Field environment, travel from site to site; exposure to potentially hostile environments; exposure to inclement weather conditions within park lands; work on uneven surfaces in monitoring duties.
Physical Conditions:
Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; operating motorized vehicle.
FLSA: Non-exempt
APPLICATION PROCESS
Deadline for applying: Open until filled
To be considered for this career opportunity, please submit a GVRD employment application online
Please visit Current Job Openings! - Greater Vallejo Recreation District (gvrd.org)
Examination
Oral Examination and writing assessment required if selected for initial interview.
Pre-Screening
GVRD will consider applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for the position and who have provided all requested application materials for an interview.
GVRD reserves the right to limit the number of candidates to those determined to be best qualified based upon all requested application materials, including training and experience, cover letter, current resume, and responses to supplemental questions.
Pre-employment
Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete pre-employment background check including fingerprint check, drug testing, and reference check.
Other requirements:
- Proof of legal right to work in the U.S.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
GVRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawful discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age or sexual orientation or military status of such person.
“Building community and enhancing quality
of life through people, parks, and programs."
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