Parks &
Recreation Employment
Positions
and Job Descriptions
We start taking applications the first business day of the new year. Positions are generally filled by April 15th.
Park Director
A working supervisor of other seasonal employees
at the discretion of the Senior Park Technician or when the Senior Park
Technician is not on duty. Duties are assigned by the Senior Park
Technician and include:
- Assisting patrons, handling complaints, help and notify
Senior Park Technician of
accidents or disturbances.
- Aid attendants to open concessions, carousels, bathhouses, etc.,
and check on them regularly during the day.
- Assign work to subordinates, assist as required, and check on
their progress from time to time.
- Check activities and reservations and assure that the park is
prepared before arrival of groups.
- Put shelter "Reservation" signs in place.
- Check daily for any potential hazards and correct or notify Senior
Park Technician.
Park Attendant
A park maintenance worker assigned to perform
routine tasks to free full-time employees whose skills are needed
elsewhere. Duties are assigned by the Senior Park Technician and/or Park
Director and include:
- Cleaning of building and grounds.
- Mowing and trimming
- Observe, correct and report any potential hazards to Senior Park
Technician.
Carousel Attendant
These attendants are hired to
oversee the running of the carousel. Routine
duties are assigned by the Senior Park Technician and include:
- To ensure the safety of the patrons on and around the carousel
- Operating and cleaning the carousel
Ballfield Attendant
These attendants are hired to prepare the
ballfields and maintain the grounds and restrooms associated with those
fields. Duties are assigned by the Senior Park Technician.
Pool Attendant
These attendants are hired to clean and
maintain the pools prior to hours of operation and maintain grounds and
shower/changing area/restrooms associated with the pool. Duties are
assigned by the Senior Park Technician.
Seasonal Employment
Positions and Job Descriptions
Lifeguard
This person is responsible for ensuring the safety
of patrons including accident prevention in the water and on surrounding
areas and the rescue and care of accident victims.
The minimum age requirement is 16 years of age and the required
certifications include:
- Lifeguarding
- CPR
- First Aid
Duties are assigned by the Aquatic Facility Director.
Recreation Supervisor
This person supervises all programs and
recreation personnel. Duties include:
- Organizing and supervising play activities
- Keeping records and making periodic reports
Recreation Leader
This person is responsible for the conduct
of a particular phase of a recreation or summer camp program as
assigned. Duties include:
- Organizing and supervising play activities
- Officiating games and maintaining order
Recreation Attendant
This person performs routine work in
connection with the conduct of some activity or the care of some
physical facility while in use. Work is performed under specific
instruction but with little direct supervision. Duties include:
- Maintaining order and enforcing rules and regulations
- Performing routine custodial and maintenance tasks
- Issuing equipment and supplies
Official/Referee
This person will officiate athletic games and set up,
inspect, and repair equipment in preparation for games to assure safe
conditions. Knowledge of basketball, hockey, volleyball or soccer is
needed.
