What are the responsibilities and job description for the Park Ranger - Seasonal position at Union County, NC?
Salary : $17.00 - $25.50 Hourly
Location : Waxhaw, NC
Job Type : Non-Benefited Part-Time Seasonal
Job Number : 613509
Department : Parks and Recreation
Opening Date : 02 / 25 / 2025
Closing Date : 3 / 3 / 2025 11 : 00 PM Eastern
General Statement
The Park Ranger - Seasonal, under general supervision, provides responsible and professional park operations / security work in Parks and Recreation. Work involves performing park operations, security, maintenance, etc. Work also includes greeting and registering park visitors, and informing visitors about the facility and its operation. Employee must use considerable tact and courtesy in frequent contact with the general public.
Essential Functions
Assists the Park Rangers in operating the park in completing ranger staff assigned duties.
Assists in completing night security rounds and gate guard duties on a regular schedule.
Provides routine grounds and maintenance (to include trash collection and removal, and cleaning and inspection of bathrooms / bath houses).
Operates a cash register as assigned, maintains records and prepares daily report.
Assists in operating work stations assigned to ranger staff such as camp store, operations center attendant, etc.
Assists fulltime staff in leading public in recreational activities.
Patrols park to ensure patrons' enjoyment and safety to include supervision of park rules and regulations.
Responds to inquiries and assists park visitors. Operates grounds keeping machinery as assigned.
Knowledge of Parks and Recreation rules and regulations.
Knowledge of the geographical layout of the park.
Operates various pieces of equipment (county vehicles, lawn mowers, weed eaters, etc.) in accordance with safety standards.
Performs manual labor to include lifting up to 40 lbs.
Is able to be a self-starter and able to work alone to get the job complete to set standards.
Establishes and maintains effective relationships with co-workers, and the general public and to exercise tact and discretion.
Plans, prioritizes, and organizes work.
Speaks to people with poise, voice control and confidence.
Records and delivers information, to explain procedures, to follow oral and written instructions.
Utilizes mathematical formulas; to add and subtract; multiply and divide; and utilizes decimals and percentages.
Interacts effectively with fellow employees, supervisor, professionals and the general public.
Performs under occasional stress and when confronted with persons acting under stress.
Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities.
Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility.
Maintains high-quality communication and interacts with other County Agencies, co-workers, and the general public.
Completes assigned work on or before deadlines in accordance with directives, County policy, standards and prescribed procedures.
Attends work regularly and adheres to County policies and procedures regarding absences and tardiness.
Maintains an enthusiastic, self-reliant and self-starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountabilities.
Identifies problems or situations as they occur and specify decision objectives.
Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to problems or situations.
Implements decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors.
Accepts supervisory instruction and direction and strive to meet the goals and objectives of same.
Offers suggestions and recommendations to encourage and improve cooperation between all staff persons and agencies within the County.
Shares knowledge with supervisors and staff for mutual and division benefit.
Contributes to maintaining high morale among all division employees.
Interacts effectively with fellow employees, supervisor, professionals and the general public.
Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time management methodology and to avoid duplication of effort.
Adheres to all safety and housekeeping standards established by the County and various regulatory agencies and to see that the standards are not violated.
Operates small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
Operates computers for data entry, word processing and / or accounting purposes.
Operates small / light equipment, such as power tools.
Operates medium equipment and machinery, such as vehicles or commercial mowers.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience :
High School Diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED).
Licenses or Certifications :
Must have a valid Driver's License and be able to maintain a safe driving history as defined by the Union County Vehicle Use Policy.
Special Requirements :
Must be at least 18 years of age as required by the FLSA.
Majority of work hours will consists of evening / night hours on the weekends and holidays throughout the year.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience :
High School Diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED) and experience in a park setting or other comparable customer service and rule enforcement experience.
Licenses or Certifications :
Must have a valid Driver's License and be able to maintain a safe driving history as defined by the Union County Vehicle Use Policy.
First Aid / CPR / AED
Special Requirements :
Must be at least 18 years of age as required by the FLSA.
Majority of work hours will consists of evening / night hours on the weekends and holidays throughout the year.
Supplemental Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment and machinery including cash registers, calculators, snack bar equipment, radios, blowers, computers, vehicles etc. Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle. Must be able to exert a moderate amount of force constantly, and up to 40 pounds of force occasionally, to move objects. Moderate work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree. However, if the use of arm and / or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Moderate Work.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires the need to be sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs.
FINANCIAL PROGRAMS
DIRECT DEPOSIT
Deposit of your paycheck will be made to checking or savings accounts in a bank of your choice.
CREDIT UNION
Local Government Federal Credit Union membership is available to all employees. Once you join, you can remain a member for as long as you choose. Immediate family members such as : spouse, children, stepchildren, brothers, sisters and parents can all become members.
TRUIST
No Overdraft Fees
100 Negative Balance Buffer
Online and Mobile Banking with Bill Pay
OTHER PROGRAMS
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
The Employee Assistance Program is open to all employees and their dependents. It is a confidential service provided at no cost to the employees of the County. EAP provides certified counselors who administer assessment and brief therapy to employees who want help with a variety of personal and work-related issues such as stress, parenting concerns, grief, alcohol / drug use, family problems, financial concerns, and work-related problems.
AQUATIC AND FITNESS CENTER
We believe that staying healthy is more than just exercising regularly and eating well. Individual and family discount membership and monthly dues are available to full-time and regular part-time employees through payroll deduction.
Do you have a High School diploma or GED?
Are you able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends(Saturday and / or Sunday) and holidays?
Do you have a valid driver's license and clean driving record?
Are you at least 18 years of age?
Required Question
Salary : $17 - $26
