Park Services Coordinator (Temporary/Seasonal)

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Park Services Coordinator (Temporary/Seasonal)

Salary

$16.87 - $20.12 Hourly

Location

(Parks & Recreation Admin Bldg) Maplewood, MN

Job Type

Seasonal

Job Number

2024-00298

Department

66A01-Parks&Rec/Admin

Opening Date

04/04/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

Basic Function

Ramsey County Parks and Recreation Department is hiring Park Services Coordinators for the summer season. There are currently 2 openings:

PSC – Customer Service

  • As a park services coordinator, staff oversee picnic shelters and pavilions during weekends to provide customer service to facility renters
  • Staff in this position can expect to perform cleanup and light maintenance at parks as needed
  • Park services coordinators will use a Ramsey County vehicle to travel to all parks and carry out assigned tasks
 
PSC – Pool Operator
  • The Pool Operator will conduct routine maintenance and tests of the pools and pool equipment
  • Prepare the facility for daily use by cleaning and maintaining the pools, pool deck, bathrooms, aquatic facilities, and ground


Basic Function:

Based on assignment, to assist in the delivery of Park and Recreation Services in the summer by serving as an on-duty customer and staff liaison picnic reservations, special events and general park use; to assist in the preparation and on-going operation of park facilities; and perform related duties as assigned.  


The current vacancy is in the Parks & Recreation department.  The eligibility list created by this vacancy may be used to hire other vacancies in the department or County.

Temporary assignments work up to a maximum of six months. Candidates chosen to hire into a temporary assignment will not gain any rights or preferences for other permanent, Ramsey County positions.

If an internal candidate is selected, salary will be set in accordance with the personnel rules (i.e., promotion, transfer, or voluntary reduction).
 
To view or print a copy of the complete Ramsey County job (class) description for this position, go to: Job Descriptions. Once at this page, you can browse the alphabetical list or search for a job description.

Examples of Work Performed

Park Service Coordinator in Summer

  1. Respond to emergency situations within the park system by assisting staff, providing crowd control, and notifying the proper department staff of the emergency.
  2. Initiate contact with and responds to requests for assistance from park guests who rent picnic shelters and pavilions, if assigned.
  3. Inform Park users of park ordinances and notifies the proper authorities when ordinances are violated.
  4. Communicate regularly with the public.
  5. Attempt to make immediate repairs and/or cleaning to facilities in need and notify appropriate department staff of emergency repair and/or cleaning needs.
  6. Test and adjust the pool chemical balance. Monitor and make minor repairs or adjustment to the pool/pool systems and notify appropriate department staff of emergency repairs, if assigned.
  7. Assist with leisure research surveys and park counts.
  8. Secure Park facilities at park closing times.
 
(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification.  Regular attendance according to the position’s management approved work schedule is required.)
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 

Minimum Qualifications

Education:  High school graduate or equivalent.

 

Experience:  Six months of customer service experience.

 

Substitution:  An equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

Certifications/Licensure:   A valid driver’s license depending on assignment. 

 

Preferred: Program Coordinator (Train the Trainer) Certification by Red Cross or comparable program.  Valid Class D driver’s license for the class of vehicles to be driven.  If assigned, may be required to obtain Certified Pool Operator certification.

Exam/Screening Process Information

All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and properly complete an application will be forwarded to the hiring department/manager for consideration for this temporary position. Temporary appointments work up to a maximum of six months. Candidates chosen for hire into a temporary assignment will not gain any rights or preferences for other permanent, Ramsey County positions.


This posting will remain open for application until filled; applicants should respond promptly as initial screening of applications will begin on April 9, with interviews scheduled on an ongoing basis until positions are filled.

Criminal Background Checks:  All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment.

E-Verify Participation:  Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.
 
Equal Opportunity Employer:  Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs, and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, familial or marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance status, place of residence, political affiliation, or national origin. Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of our workforce.

To print a paper application for this posting click Paper Application (Download PDF reader). You will need to print this posting and answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them with your completed paper application.
 
For further information regarding this posting, please contact jessica.damm@co.ramsey.mn.us 

Ramsey County provides a wide range of employee benefits to support health, well-being, and work/life balance. Benefits eligibility can vary depending on union status/contract language. A summary of benefits is provided below. Detailed information is available for review at https://www.ramseycounty.us/employees/employee-open-enrollment-2024-benefits
 

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
    • The County contributes a bargained percentage to the medical and dental monthly premium
    • Employees choose from four enrollment tiers: Single, Employee + legally married spouse, Employee + Child(ren), Family
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance – three plan options including a High Deductible Plan with a Health Saving Account offered. Earn up to $20/month in electronic gift cards for each enrolled employee or spouse for wellness activity
    • MetLife Dental Insurance – two plan options offered
    • VSP Vision Insurance – Advantage Plan offered
 
  • Pre-tax Benefit Program
    • Pre-tax medical, dental, vision monthly premium deduction option
    • Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
    • County monthly contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees who elect the High Deductible medical plan
 
  • Paid time off
    • Vacation hours, accrued based on years of service, ranging from 12 to 25 days per year (pro-rated for part-time employees)
    • 11 scheduled holidays and one floating holiday
    • Up to three weeks of 100% paid parental leave, plus additional use of sick time as noted below
    • Sick hours accrued at a rate of three weeks per year, which can be used for medical and dental care; injury or illness for you, your spouse or children; the birth or adoption of a child (up to 80 hours) or the death of a family member (up to 40 hours)
    • Wellness incentive allows conversion of unused sick time to vacation or pay
 
  • Retirement benefits
    • Pension - The county contributes at least 7.5% of your salary to your pension, depending on bargaining unit. Unlike other retirement investments, pension payments are a lifetime benefit once you start collecting payments
    • New employees become vested after five years. For the Police and Fire union, employees are vested after 10 years
    • Deferred compensation - 457(b) account with employer match
    • Health Care Savings Plan - all benefits-eligible employees contribute 1% of gross regular salary to a Health Care Savings Plan account for eligible health care expenses after retirement. Interest accrues tax free. County provides a scheduled contribution after five years of participation
 
  • Transit and parking
    • Fully funded Metropass.
    • Transportation/parking expenses reimbursement account
 
  • Employee well-being
    • Employee assistance program, including telephone counseling, financial counseling, rideshare benefits, etc.
    • Wellness programming
    • Flexible work policy with hybrid work options for eligible positions
 
  • Life Insurance and Disability leave
    • County provided Basic Life coverage - 1x annual salary, minimum $10,000 up to a maximum of $50,000. Optional supplemental coverage available 
    • Long-term Disability – County provided coverage replaces 40% of the employee’s lost income after six months of disability, subject to a $5,000 monthly maximum. Option to purchase an additional 20% income replacement up to $7,500 monthly maximum
    • Short-term Disability – option to purchase 60% income replacement coverage with 30, 60 or 90-day waiting period
 
  • Career development
    • Tuition reimbursement, up to $4,000 per year
    • Online professional development opportunities through the Learning & Development Center
    • County employment qualifies as a public service organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
    • Employee resource groups – help employees build connections through common bonds with colleagues

For information about Ramsey County's 2024 benefits, visit: https://www.ramseycounty.us/employees/employee-open-enrollment-2024-benefits

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This posting will be used to hire temporary (no more than six months of employment) for the Parks and Recreation department. Temporary appointments work up to a maximum of six months. Candidates chosen for hire into a temporary assignment will not gain any rights or preferences for other permanent, Ramsey County positions.

Please select "yes" below if you have read and understand this information.

  • Yes
  • No
02
Please describe any recent work or volunteer experience you have providing customer service. include the name of the organization, your title and duties, and the average number of hours you worked per week.

If you do not have this experience, please type "N/A" in the space below.

03
This position requires a minimum age of 18 years old. Please confirm that you are 18 years old at the time of application.
  • Yes
  • No
04
Do you have a high school diploma or GED?
  • Yes
  • No
05
Park services coordinators may be required to work on July 4, 2024. Are you able to work July 4, 2024?
  • Yes
  • No
06
Please indicate which area you are interested in working. (select all that apply)
  • Customer Service
  • Pool Operator
07
Please indicate your availability (i.e., preferred number of hours worked per week, available working hours/days, any major prior commitments such as a vacations).

Scheduling barriers will not automatically eliminate your application from consideration. Our managers use this information to try to be as flexible as possible while also ensuring our parks are fully staffed for the summer season.

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Do you have a current driver's license? If yes, please enter your license number here.

If you do not have a current driver's license, type "NO".

09
Do you have a Certified Pool Operator certification? If yes, please include your certification information including expiration date.

If you do not have this certification, type "NO".

Required Question

Agency
Ramsey County
Address
121 East Seventh Place
Suite 4000
Saint Paul, Minnesota, 55101
Phone
(651) 266-2700