Recreation Specialist - Farm - Variable

The City of Redmond is a thriving, culturally diverse community, and home to over 80,000 residents. Redmond is the hub of an array of commerce and industry ranging from technology, aerospace, and gaming to biomedical and innovation start-ups. In this role, you will represent the city, and our values of service, integrity, accountability, belonging and stewardship.

Do you love animals? Have experience working with horses? Spend your time working outside, gaining valuable life experience, and making a difference in your community!

Parks & Recreation prides itself on being a leader in innovative programs and parks. Do you have what it takes to be a part of our award-winning team?

Hours:The position is limited to a maximum of 29 hours per week and no more than 1,040 hours per year.

Locations: Farrel-McWhirter Farm Park, 19545 NE Redmond Rd, Redmond, WA 98053

• Assist with basic animal care for equine and livestock at Farrel-McWhirter Farm 
• Perform tasks such as feeding, grooming, handling, first aid, and routine health maintenance 
• Clean animal living areas including pens, stalls, and cages 
• Conduct routine maintenance of the Farm and Barnyard 
• Communicate farm and park policies and program information to the public 
• Support programs as needed, including leading equestrian programs
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED
• College degree or courses preferred
• Successful passing of a background check
• Six months work experience with animals such as working on a farm with livestock and equine
• One to two years of work experience, with experience in a public setting preferred

Licenses and Certifications:

• Must have a valid Washington State driver's license by date of hire
• Driving record that meets City standards
• Must be able to move items weighing up to 50 pounds, on occasion
• Must be willing to obtain first aid and CPR certification within two months of hire
• Perform outside physical work in varying weather conditions
• Use small tools and if applicable, learn to operate a tractor
• Perform basic janitorial duties.
• Communicate effectively and courteously with the public and other staff members.
• Proactively deal with customer service concern
• Work independently to complete tasks.

Other

Approved reasonable accommodation requests will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

This class description describes the general nature of the work performed, representative duties as well as the typical qualifications needed for acceptable performance. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the job.

Please review the Recreation Specialist (Supplemental) classification description for more information about the knowledge, skills, abilities, working conditions, and physical requirements.

Salary : $24 - $46