What are the responsibilities and job description for the INTM GAGE PARK ATTENDANT position at Shawnee County, KS?
SHAWNEE COUNTY, KANSAS
Position Description
Intermittent Gage Park Attendant
POSITION CONTROL NUMBER: PRX639 FLSA STATUS: N
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Performs general maintenance, custodial, and customer service work functions at Gage Park with
a primary focus on the Playground and Carousel areas. Responsible for the daily upkeep and
cleanliness of park grounds, facilities, restrooms, and playground areas. Identifies and reports
safety hazards throughout the park and corrects such hazards when possible. Assists park patrons
with questions, provides directions, and serves as an on-site representative of the Shawnee County
Parks and Recreation Department. Supervised by the Park District 1 Manager.
This position is an Intermittent temporary, non-benefits eligible position. Intermittent positions
are allowed to work up to 988 hours per year and may be ended prior to that without cause at
Management’s discretion.
WORK PERFORMED
70% General Maintenance/Grounds Upkeep. Performs daily inspection and upkeep of Gage
Park grounds, facilities, and restrooms. Empties and replaces trash can liners throughout
the park on a regular basis. Sweeps, blows off, or otherwise cleans sidewalks, pathways,
and playground surface materials to maintain safe and presentable conditions. Picks up
litter and debris throughout all areas of the park. Performs janitorial and custodial duties
within park facilities and restrooms, including cleaning fixtures, floors, and surfaces.
Identifies safety concerns throughout the park; reports findings to the supervisor and
corrects hazards when possible. Maintains assigned areas in a clean and orderly condition
at all times.
20% Customer Service. Provides outstanding customer service to park patrons, shelter
reservation holders, and the public. Responds to questions regarding park amenities,
facility locations, shelter assignments, and general Shawnee County Parks and Recreation
programs and services. Directs patrons to appropriate staff or resources as needed. Interacts
with the public in a professional, courteous, and welcoming manner at all times as a
representative of Shawnee County Parks and Recreation.
10% Other Duties as Assigned. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisors to support
the operations of Gage Park and the Parks and Recreation Department.
Intermittent Gage Park Attendant (PRX639)
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS
Knowledge of:
• Basic park maintenance, grounds upkeep, and janitorial/custodial practices.
- Proper use of cleaning supplies, equipment, and tools associated with grounds and facility
- Basic safety hazard identification and reporting procedures.
- Gage Park facilities, amenities, and layout, including shelter locations, restrooms, and
- Functions and services of the Shawnee County Parks and Recreation Department.
- Federal, State, and County laws, resolutions, rules, and regulations applicable to parks
- The English language and effective oral communication skills.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
- Identify and report safety hazards, and correct minor hazards within the scope of this
- Follow oral and written instructions.
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using the English language.
- Make simple arithmetical calculations for cleaning product use.
- Respond courteously to inquiries and requests from park patrons and the general public.
- Operate motorized carts, blowers, and other grounds maintenance equipment safely.
- Adapt quickly to changing conditions or assignments on short notice.
- Work independently and efficiently to complete assigned maintenance tasks.
- Lift, carry, and move trash receptacles, supplies, and equipment as required by the position.
• Performing physical outdoor maintenance tasks in varied weather conditions.
- Providing courteous and helpful customer service to park patrons and the general public.
EQUIPMENT USED
Tablet Computer Leaf Blower Cleaning Supplies and
Miscellaneous Hand Tools Push Brooms Equipment
Motorized Cart Janitorial Two-Way Radio
Utility Vehicle
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Sixteen (16) years of age.
- If 18 years of age or above, must have a valid Driver’s License and be able to operate a
o HR-2013-2: Driving record that shows: No misdemeanor or felony convictions
for traffic/vehicular offenses (DUI, vehicular homicide, reckless driving, hit and
run, etc.) on the driving record that are less than five (5) years old; No more than
two (2) at fault or chargeable accidents on their driving record that are less than
five (5) years old; No more than two (2) traffic infractions (speeding, failure to
yield right of way, etc.) that are less than one (1) year old.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Required to lift fifty (50) pounds.
- Will be required to work nights and weekends.
- Required to pass a drug screen and a review of driving record.
This position is an Intermittent temporary, non-benefits eligible position. Intermittent positions
are allowed to work up to 988 hours per year and may be ended prior to that without cause at
Management’s discretion.
This Position Description is not designed to list all tasks and responsibilities of this position.
Shawnee County reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need may arise. This
Position Description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Salary : $13