What are the responsibilities and job description for the Natural Areas Maintenance 1 position at ROCKFORD PARK DISTRICT?
Title
Natural Areas Maintenance
Department
Natural Areas
Status
Seasonal
Work Location
Various
Reports To
Natural Areas Maintenance supervisor
Wage
$17/hour
Position Description
Responsible for restoring prairie, wetland, and woodland areas through brush and invasive species control, native plant identification, seed collection and distribution, installation of vegetation, assisting with research and monitoring projects, removing debris, completing daily work orders, routine cleaning, landscaping, and delivering quality customer service.
ROCKFORD PARK DISTRICT VISION, MISSION AND LEADERSHIP BY VALUES
Agency Vision
To be the best urban parks and recreation system in North America, as measured by national standards and the citizens we serve.
Agency Mission
The Rockford Park District is in business to “help people enjoy life” by providing a quality park and recreation system.
Vision & Planning System
The District aligns itself and all its resources to achieve its purpose, vision, mission, and priorities. This successfully drives the strategic plan, operational plans, and performance goals.
Policy Management & Operations System
Every team member serves as an active contributor in the development of the team’s operational plan; develops job strategies and plans that support the team’s operational goals; identifies timetables for completion; plans daily work activities in an organized manner ensuring effective utilization of time and resources in the completion of job tasks.
Leadership by Values System
Leadership by Values can only be achieved if all team members believe in and live by these shared values: accountability, integrity, passion, agility, relationship oriented, results driven, service oriented, respectful, and innovative. While all team members share these essential values, our culture is enriched by and welcomes the diverse supporting values of its team members.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement
The Rockford Park District is committed and accountable to being a place where everyone is invited and belongs, as demonstrated by being an inviting, equitable, and inclusive environment, respectful of all people, embracing diversity, creating accessibility and valuing all team members, partners and community members for their unique experiences and backgrounds.
RELATIONSHIPS TO RESULTS CULTURE
Definition
Sustained by long-term, positive, exceptional relationships with stakeholders and team members as our hallmark of success.
ONE TEAM, ONE GOAL COMMITMENT
Definition
To work together to achieve the mission, vision, and shared values of the Rockford Park District.
Connectedness
Departments are truly interconnected to support the mission and vision of the Rockford Park District.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS include the following. Other duties may be assigned
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Prairie, wetland, and woodland restoration
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Brush and invasive species control, including cutting, herbicide applications, mowing, and hand pulling
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Basic native and invasive plant identification
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Native grass and forb seed collection
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Installation of plugs, bare root stock, shrubs or saplings, and seed distribution
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Assistance with research, monitoring, and wildlife management projects as needed
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Removal of trash and other debris from natural areas and open park spaces
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Receives and completes daily work orders as directed.
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Performs routine cleaning of building, floors, windows, restrooms, carpets, trash removal, grounds, sidewalks, and trash pick-up
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Maintains the park area by trimming trees, clearing brush and landscaping the property as required.
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Effectively and safely operates pole saw, table saws, band saws, drills, string trimmers, landscape blowers and other hand tools as required to get the job done.
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Operate park district equipment (trucks, walk behind brush mower, etc.)
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Ensures that all work performed is conducted in a safe and timely manner adhering to standards of cleanliness and effective equipment utilization.
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Assists with volunteer and community projects
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Provides quality customer service to all patrons, guests, and other District employees.
- Utilize the Rockford Park District's HRIS system for all HR and payroll-related requirements and to accurately clock in and out for all shifts.
Education/Experience
High School Diploma or GED
Critical Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:
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Must be a minimum of 18 years old
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Valid Driver’s license
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Valid Pesticide Operator License (or the ability to obtain after employment)
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Ability to follow direction from Conservation Supervisor and Crew Lead
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Ability to problem solve in a variety of situations
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Ability to provide customers with expert care, sensitive consideration and efficient service.
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Good communication skills including expressive, written, and receptive.
- CPR and First Aid Certification (can be obtained through the Rockford Park District)ll...
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:
Heavy work:
- Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally
- Exerting in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently
- Exerting in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Must be able to perform moderately physically intensive tasks, potentially including any combination of the following: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, repetitive motions, substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:
- This position is primarily stationed outdoors; regular exposure to dirt, noise, and temperature and weather extremes.
- Ability to work under stressful conditions, and problem solve.
- Potential exposure to hazardous materials.
Responsible for restoring prairie, wetland, and woodland areas through brush and invasive species control, native plant identification, seed collection and distribution, installation of vegetation, assisting with research and monitoring projects, removing debris, completing daily work orders, routine cleaning, landscaping, and delivering quality customer service.
Salary : $17
