POSITION SUMMARY:Park Attendants are part-time, year-round, and seasonal employees responsible for overseeing all picnic reservations, meetings, wedding groups, and other special functions, i.e., fundraising walks and runsat any Park facility. The Park Attendant serves as the front-line contact with the public and is required to assist Park patrons and visitors with information and directions. Park Attendants also assist Park Rangers with parking and other duties as needed. The Attendant must enjoy working with peopleand be available on various schedules, working evenings, weekends, and holidays, primarily in the summer. Attendants will be scheduled to work at different park locations, overseeing operations at the Stone Cliffe Recreation Area and Action Park, Gring's Mill, and all other department facilities.POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:Essential Functions
Ensure all group reservations are checked in, and the needs of groups are met. Serve as liaison between theParks & Recreation Department and renters.
Trash removal and pick up in areas.
Check and clean restrooms.
Assistance at special events held in Parks, i.e., parking cars, providing support for groups, and collecting Parking donations.
Provide visitor information services.
Lock and unlock facilities for group reservations.
Work with Park Rangers to guide patrons in following park rules and regulations.
Perform safety inspections of the Action Park equipment and surfaces before opening.
Groundskeeping duties may include weeding, branch pick up and removal, andsweeping.
Ability to troubleshoot event issues and adapt to changing needs.
Maintain arecord of work performedandreport all facility needs and issues.
Non-Essential FunctionsOther duties as assigned.MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or G.E.D. certification.
One (1) year of job-related experience or training (i.e., parks & recreation, customer service).
Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License.
Possession or ability to obtain CPR/AED or First Aid certification.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Excellent positive public relations and customer service skills.
Must enjoy working with the public.
Ability to adapt to changing departmental needs and priorities.
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Must be able to work primarily weekends, evenings, and holidays.
Ability to handle stress.
Physical presence in the facilities is required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Ability to work extended hours sometimes 12-16 hours.
Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Ability to lift 50 lbs., bend, stoop, climb, and reach.
Ability to walk at various intervals.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Required to work outside and be exposed to variable weather conditions.
The position will require varied work shifts to ensure park coverage throughout the year, including weekends, holidays, and evenings.
This position description serves as a guideline for communicating the essential functions and other information about the position to the applicant/employee. It is not intended to create a binding employment contract nor cover every detail of the position and may be changed where appropriate.About UsEqual Employment Opportunity Statement:The County of Berks provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hirin , placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.About Us:Berks County is a combination of rich farm country, industry, beautiful parks, entertainment, and top-notch educational institutions. Whether you are interested in County services, the availability of our parks, tax rates, or other ?county information, this is the place to start.About the TeamMission Statement:It is the mission of Berks County government and all County employees to administer and deliver services to the citizens of the County in the most effective, efficient and professional manner possible within the constraints of the financial resources available.