What are the responsibilities and job description for the PARKS MAINTENANCE WORKER - SEASONAL position at Kitsap County?
JOB
Kitsap County Parks department has a great opportunity to join their team full time for the summer! Work with our Parks Maintenance crew to become a part of sustaining great parks, open spaces, trails, events, and facilities for our community. Under supervision, the incumbent performs manual labor to maintain, improve, and protect Kitsap County parks, grounds, events and recreation facilities.This is a seasonal position working April through the end of September 2025.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Preferred Education and ExperienceSix (6) months of manual labor, grounds maintenance, events or building maintenance experience.Experience working in federal, state or county parks.Six (6) months experience in customer service.Driving RequirementsThe successful incumbent must meet the driving requirements of this position and submit a copy a current driving record/abstract (from state of residency) to review for eligibility to drive for Kitsap County prior to employment. The successful incumbent must obtain a valid Washington State Driver's License prior to hire and maintain a satisfactory driving record as outlined in the Kitsap County Vehicle Use Policy. This position is categorized as: Category 1: Driver operates County-owned vehicle.Required Licenses, Certificates, Examinations/Tests and Other RequirementsPlease note: The incumbent is responsible for obtaining and maintaining all of the following required licenses, certifications and other requirements. Prior to employment, the successful candidate must: Pass all job-related examinations/tests necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting.Be 18 years of age.Authorize and complete a criminal background check. Information received is reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove a candidate from consideration. Pass driving abstract evaluation.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (May vary by position)Knowledge of general purpose tools, materials and chemicalsKnowledge of safety and security precautions necessary and applicable in area of assignmentKnowledge of ordinary lawn maintenance tools and equipmentSkill in effective communication, both oral and written, sufficient to exchange or convey information, and to receive work directionSkill in customer service techniquesBasic computer skills required to enter and extract information from automated systems and related software applicationsSkill in the operation of automotive vehicles and equipment requiring less than a commercial drivers’ licenseSkill using two-way radios and/or traffic control techniquesSkill in the safe handling and proper disposal of general purpose cleaning chemicalsSkill in working with a variety of individuals from diverse backgroundsSkill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships Ability to work and stand outdoors for extended periods, under unfavorable weather conditions.Ability to learn and operate assigned equipment skillfully, safely and in conformance with applicable laws or regulations.Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the public and with other County employees.Ability to meet the assignment locations and travel requirements of the position.Ability to cashier.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Who May Apply: This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills.This full-time position is classified as eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).Covered by the Kitsap County Extra Help PolicyKitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office. This posting may be used to fill future postings.Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the application materials submitted. Per RCW 42.56.250, all applications for public employment, including the names of applicants, resumes, and other related materials submitted with respect to an applicant are exempt from public inspection.Please note: Successful completion of a season and a satisfactory evaluation will equal the six months of outside relevant experience equivalency, and the employee will qualify to be placed on a six-month hiring register for direct hiring into a Parks Maintenance Worker position. To be hired off of the hiring register, the applicant must pass a physical.The seasonal position is non represented. If hired off the register, the regular full-time position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 589.
Kitsap County Parks department has a great opportunity to join their team full time for the summer! Work with our Parks Maintenance crew to become a part of sustaining great parks, open spaces, trails, events, and facilities for our community. Under supervision, the incumbent performs manual labor to maintain, improve, and protect Kitsap County parks, grounds, events and recreation facilities.This is a seasonal position working April through the end of September 2025.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Preferred Education and ExperienceSix (6) months of manual labor, grounds maintenance, events or building maintenance experience.Experience working in federal, state or county parks.Six (6) months experience in customer service.Driving RequirementsThe successful incumbent must meet the driving requirements of this position and submit a copy a current driving record/abstract (from state of residency) to review for eligibility to drive for Kitsap County prior to employment. The successful incumbent must obtain a valid Washington State Driver's License prior to hire and maintain a satisfactory driving record as outlined in the Kitsap County Vehicle Use Policy. This position is categorized as: Category 1: Driver operates County-owned vehicle.Required Licenses, Certificates, Examinations/Tests and Other RequirementsPlease note: The incumbent is responsible for obtaining and maintaining all of the following required licenses, certifications and other requirements. Prior to employment, the successful candidate must: Pass all job-related examinations/tests necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting.Be 18 years of age.Authorize and complete a criminal background check. Information received is reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove a candidate from consideration. Pass driving abstract evaluation.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (May vary by position)Knowledge of general purpose tools, materials and chemicalsKnowledge of safety and security precautions necessary and applicable in area of assignmentKnowledge of ordinary lawn maintenance tools and equipmentSkill in effective communication, both oral and written, sufficient to exchange or convey information, and to receive work directionSkill in customer service techniquesBasic computer skills required to enter and extract information from automated systems and related software applicationsSkill in the operation of automotive vehicles and equipment requiring less than a commercial drivers’ licenseSkill using two-way radios and/or traffic control techniquesSkill in the safe handling and proper disposal of general purpose cleaning chemicalsSkill in working with a variety of individuals from diverse backgroundsSkill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships Ability to work and stand outdoors for extended periods, under unfavorable weather conditions.Ability to learn and operate assigned equipment skillfully, safely and in conformance with applicable laws or regulations.Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the public and with other County employees.Ability to meet the assignment locations and travel requirements of the position.Ability to cashier.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Who May Apply: This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills.This full-time position is classified as eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).Covered by the Kitsap County Extra Help PolicyKitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office. This posting may be used to fill future postings.Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the application materials submitted. Per RCW 42.56.250, all applications for public employment, including the names of applicants, resumes, and other related materials submitted with respect to an applicant are exempt from public inspection.Please note: Successful completion of a season and a satisfactory evaluation will equal the six months of outside relevant experience equivalency, and the employee will qualify to be placed on a six-month hiring register for direct hiring into a Parks Maintenance Worker position. To be hired off of the hiring register, the applicant must pass a physical.The seasonal position is non represented. If hired off the register, the regular full-time position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 589.
