What are the responsibilities and job description for the Park Services Specialist I position at Henrico County Recreation and Parks?
About Us
Henrico County, a progressive employer of choice, provides job seekers with the promise of fair and competitive compensation; a close-knit atmosphere with low employee turnover; and a benefits package that helps secure financial stability.
Established in 1611, Henrico County has deep historical roots. Henrico County borders the City of Richmond to the west, north and east and constitutes approximately a third of the Richmond metropolitan areas. Henrico County is among the top-rated counties in the nation and was one of the first localities to adopt the County Manager Form of Government. Citizens of Henrico County are represented by an elected Board of Supervisors representing five magisterial districts.
Henrico County General Government currently has more than 30 agencies. Department Heads are appointed by the County Manager, with the exception of the elected constitutional officers. Henrico County is an equal opportunity employer and, when you join us, you will be surrounded by fellow associates who come from all walks of life, all types of cultural backgrounds and all ages.
General Statement of Duties
Closing Date: This position closes Monday, February 24, 2025.
Essential Duties
May require: good working knowledge of a wide variety of hand and power tools as well as a wide variety of knots and riggings; basic working knowledge of tree, trail and landscaping maintenance; basic understanding of the handling of nuisance wildlife such as pests, bees, etc.; a safe driving record with the ability to safely operate County-owned vehicles. May require: good working knowledge of a wide variety of equipment, including heavy equipment, and power tools; ability to work from plans and specifications and to follow rough sketches and oral instructions; good knowledge of safety rules/regulations and accident-prevention practices; skill in the safe operation and preventive maintenance of automotive and other equipment under all types of weather conditions; ability to estimate time and equipment, including any materials, as needed. Required of all: good oral and written communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to express ideas clearly and concisely; ability to establish and maintain a good working relationship with County employees and public; basic computer skills with ability to use computer; requires the ability to read, interpret and adhere to complex instructions; requires the ability to create and maintain records; physical condition that will permit heavy lifting, loading, unloading, pushing, reaching, stooping, climbing ladders and working under adverse temperature and/or weather conditions; personal accountability including teamwork and establishing and maintaining positive relationships with the public and County employees; ability to work independently and as part of a team to complete assigned tasks safely and on time; excellent customer service skills; tact; and courtesy. Must be able to positively and appropriately represent the County in all interactions with the public. Requires ability to work a flexible schedule to set-up and breakdown event sites Countywide that may occur any day of the week, including weekends, and during various day and evening hours.
Ability to work flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays. Overtime available almost every weekend in the Spring and Fall.
- Be able to perform tree work and trail maintenance safely in high traffic areas of our parks.
- Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
- Ability to manage landscape beds and install trees, shrubs, and other plant material.
- Ability to safely operate chainsaws, chippers, and stump grinders.
Minimum Qualifications
High school education with some relevant work experience preferred; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Additional Information
Requires possession of a valid driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
May require possession of a Class A commercial driver's license (CDL) to operate equipment and vehicles, including vehicles with trailers.
A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.
How To Apply
You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our online applicant system, which is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week with an Internet connection. Please access our job site portal though https://henrico.gov/services/jobs or click on the Jobs link in the upper right-hand corner of our main County page at https://henrico.gov.
Closing Date: This position closes Monday, February 24, 2025.
Minimum Salary
39616
Maximum Salary
72875
Currency
USD
Main Organization
General Government
General Government
Employment Status
Permanent Fulltime
Permanent Full-time
