What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parks Specialist position at Portage County?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Trail Development / Maintenance Assists with
development, maintenance, mowing, signing, blading, etc. of public use
recreation trails. Enforces trail ordinances and collects user fees.
Daily Park Operations Enforces park rules and regulations. Cleans
lodges, restrooms and campsites. Assists with training and development
of seasonal staff. Collects user fees and logs information. Provides
information to park visitors. Winter Recreation Program Develops,
maintains, and grooms cross-country ski trails. Maintains downhill ski
slopes and operates snow making equipment. Operates ski rental shop and
maintains equipment. Grounds Maintenance Performs tree removal, tree
trimming, brush chipping, stump grinding, maintains tree nursery.
Assists with tree planting, landscaping, and invasive species control.
Builds, maintains, and installs signs. Responsible for litter and
garbage pickup. Maintenance of Buildings and Facilities Assists
maintenance staff on major construction or maintenance projects.
Performs minor maintenance on park buildings and facilities. Maintains
Jordan Park dam and pond level. Maintenance and Repairs of Park
Equipment Repairs picnic tables, grills, playground equipment. Inspects
playground equipment, buildings, and park facilities for safety and
repairs. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor\'s
degree in natural resources management, recreation or closely related
field. Three years\' related field experience preferred. Valid driver\'s
license required. Must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver\'s License
(CDL) within six months of hire date, could be extended based on class
scheduling. Pesticide applicators license; must receive pesticide
applicators license within six months of hire. Any combination of
Education And Experience That Provides The Required Knowledge, Skills,
and abilities to perform the duties of the position. \*\*\*\*\*
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply In Person: Portage County Human
Resources 1462 Strongs Ave. Stevens Point, WI 54481 Apply Online:
www.co.portage.wi.gov Other: You may also call 715-346-1327 to have an
application mailed to you.
development, maintenance, mowing, signing, blading, etc. of public use
recreation trails. Enforces trail ordinances and collects user fees.
Daily Park Operations Enforces park rules and regulations. Cleans
lodges, restrooms and campsites. Assists with training and development
of seasonal staff. Collects user fees and logs information. Provides
information to park visitors. Winter Recreation Program Develops,
maintains, and grooms cross-country ski trails. Maintains downhill ski
slopes and operates snow making equipment. Operates ski rental shop and
maintains equipment. Grounds Maintenance Performs tree removal, tree
trimming, brush chipping, stump grinding, maintains tree nursery.
Assists with tree planting, landscaping, and invasive species control.
Builds, maintains, and installs signs. Responsible for litter and
garbage pickup. Maintenance of Buildings and Facilities Assists
maintenance staff on major construction or maintenance projects.
Performs minor maintenance on park buildings and facilities. Maintains
Jordan Park dam and pond level. Maintenance and Repairs of Park
Equipment Repairs picnic tables, grills, playground equipment. Inspects
playground equipment, buildings, and park facilities for safety and
repairs. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor\'s
degree in natural resources management, recreation or closely related
field. Three years\' related field experience preferred. Valid driver\'s
license required. Must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver\'s License
(CDL) within six months of hire date, could be extended based on class
scheduling. Pesticide applicators license; must receive pesticide
applicators license within six months of hire. Any combination of
Education And Experience That Provides The Required Knowledge, Skills,
and abilities to perform the duties of the position. \*\*\*\*\*
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply In Person: Portage County Human
Resources 1462 Strongs Ave. Stevens Point, WI 54481 Apply Online:
www.co.portage.wi.gov Other: You may also call 715-346-1327 to have an
application mailed to you.