Recreation Specialist (Temporary) - Ebenezer Park

JOB

York County is located in the Piedmont region, between the Broad River and the Catawba River. Its diverse landscape is home to family-friendly towns/cities, a progressive urban region and lakefront communities. We are excited you want to join our team and recognize that our employees are the foundation of our success.

Mission Statement – York County provides quality public services in an open, efficient, and responsive manner.

Vision Statement – York County provides an environment where all citizens and businesses can thrive and succeed.

Core Values - Excellence through Professionalism

• Respect - respect builds bridges, not silos. How we live it? Golden rule - treat others as you want to be treated.
• Dedicated- strong work ethic. How we live it? Persistence, reliability and commitment to do your best.
• Integrity- do the right thing instead of what is convenient. How we live it? Displaying strong moral principles.
• Knowledgeable- ready and able. How we live it? Having the right competencies necessary for achievement.
• Friendly- service with a smile. How we live it? Being respectful, pleasant and helpful to ALL.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES The Parks Department is excited to hire a non-exempt, temporary Recreation Specialist to join their team at Ebenezer Park! The purpose of this position is to monitor and supervise persons and usage of the park; to provide information and assistance to park visitors; and to perform related work as required. The ideal candidate will have excellent customer service skills and cash handling experience. This position primarily works in the gatehouse, visitor's center, and concession stand but also performs all other necessary park duties as required.

Projected Salary Range/Pay Grade 106: $16.14 - $19.37 per hour. Salary is determined based on experience and/or education.

Work Schedule: This is a temporary position at Ebenezer Park that will work to an estimated October ending date. Position works a rotating schedule that includes nights, weekends and holidays based on operational needs and park hours.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitors the park and collects entrance fees from park guests if needed;
• Explains Park rules and regulations and provides requested information to park guests.
• Prepares required records, reports, and correspondence.
• Performs general clerical duties as required, including but not limited to answering the telephone, entering and retrieving computer data, copying and filing documents, maintaining supply inventory, etc.
• Attends training, meetings, etc. as appropriate to maintain or enhance job knowledge and skills.
• May perform park duties (e.g., sale of goods, cashier duties, and stocking duties) as needed.
• Performs various manual tasks in the maintenance of facility.
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, other personnel, subordinates, volunteers, customers, service providers, community organizations, and the general public.
• Opens and closes facilities.
• Sets up facilities for rental and other events; cleans facilities following events as needed.
• Performs related work as assigned.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Physical Demands:
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

• Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

Americans With Disabilities Act Compliance
York County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Standard Clauses
May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the County.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Essential Safety Functions
It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.
Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed and employees are properly trained.