Parks & Recreation Services Worker - Weekends

Description

Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a Parks Services Worker to work weekends. This position work schedule totals 16 hours and successful candidate will be required to work every weekend 7am - 3pm or 3pm - 11pm.

Performs day-to-day duties in support of Parks & Recreation facilities, properties, and programs.

Aids the Facilities and Recreation Supervisors in their duties and supports the rental, maintenance and/or use and custodial care of Division facilities, properties, and shared-use sites.

Aids by providing support to a variety of recreational programs.

Essential Duties

• Maintains and assists in the rental and use of Parks and Recreation managed (or shared) parks and facilities (including, but not limited to: Grove Street, the Aviary, athletic fields, classrooms, community centers, community market, gyms, meeting space, pool, shared-use sites, shelters, stadium, trails, and/or other sites);
• Supports services and supervision of recreational programs including, but not limited to open gym program, athletic programs, Market operations;
• Assists instructors and departmental staff in providing recreational programs;
• Assists partners and other City agencies in evaluating and/or monitoring athletic field conditions or providing field prep and/or marking;
• Completes and posts Facility Use Permits and other documents as needed;
• Provides custodial services at park properties, shared-use sites, and facilities as needed;
• Delivers service delivery (table setup, room prep, etc.) in conjunction with facility rental or usage, classes, meetings, programs, and/or other events;
• Receives and receipts money, preparing financial reports in conjunction with facility rental, program delivery, instructional classes or other activities as needed;
• Performs periodic heavy cleaning (buffing, mopping, pressure washing, etc.) as needed;
• Inspects facilities with Risk Management, Parks and Recreation, and Buildings and Grounds staff, ensuring compliance with safety and maintenance standards;
• Directs facility support services, including set up and breakdown of Departmental activities;
• Supports parking at special events and facility rentals/use as needed;
• Conducts and/or participates in park security roves and works with other City agencies to promote park safety and security as necessary;
• Collects and/or compiles forms and associated paperwork as needed;
• Acts as a point of public contact during programs, facility use, community market activities, park roves, special events, or other parks & recreation supported activities;
• Regular and punctual attendance is required;

Minimum Education and Experience Required

• An High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required.
• Some experience in the rental, maintenance and/or use and care of facilities and properties is preferred.

Additional Requirements

• A valid Virginia's Drivers License and acceptable driving record according to City criteria.
• CPR/General First-Aid Certification required within 6 months of date of hire.
• Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment. May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the position.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS); the City’s contribution is based on a rate determined bi-annually by the VRS Board and employees pay 5% of base pay (pre-tax) towards their VRS benefit
• Life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Optional benefits such as 457 deferred compensation, Roth IRA, flexible spending accounts, etc.
• Eligibility for parental leave and tuition assistance
• Paid Time Off

Application Questions

• Are you willing and available to work this schedule? Yes No
• Do you currently possess a Virginia Driver's License? Yes No
• If you answered in the above question that you currently possess a Virginia Driver's License, please provide your License Number.
• If you have a driving record less than 30 days old, you can upload as an attachment to your application.