City of Lynchburg

Parks & Recreation Services Worker - Weekends

City of Lynchburg  •  $30k/yr  •  Lynchburg, VA (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

Posting number: 03533

Department: Parks & Recreation

Job classification: Parks & Recreation Services Worker - Weekends

Posting type: Open

Categories: Parks and Recreation

Summary

Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a Parks Services Worker to work weekends.

This position work schedule totals 16 hours and successful candidate will be required to work every weekend 7am - 3pm or 3pm - 11pm.

Performs day-to-day duties in support of Parks & Recreation facilities, properties, and programs.

Assists the Facilities and Recreation Supervisors in his or her duties and supports the rental, maintenance and/or use and custodial care of Division facilities, properties, and shared-use sites.

Assists by providing support to a variety of recreational programs

Examples of duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILIITIES Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned.

  • Monitors and assists in the rental and use of Parks and Recreation managed (or shared) parks and facilities (including, but not limited to: Grove Street, the Aviary, athletic fields, classrooms, community centers, community market, gyms, meeting space, pool, shared-use sites, shelters, stadium, trails, and/or other sites);
  • Provides support services and supervision of recreational programs including, but not limited to open gym program, athletic programs, Market operations;
  • Assists instructors and departmental staff in providing recreational programs;
  • Assist partners and other City agencies in evaluating and/or monitoring athletic field conditions or providing field prep and/or marking;
  • Responsible for the completion and posting of Facility Use Permits and other documents as needed;
  • Provide custodial services at park properties, shared-use sites, and facilities as needed;
  • Provides service delivery (table setup, room prep, etc.) in conjunction with facility rental or usage, classes, meetings, programs, and/or other events;
  • Receives and receipts money, preparing financial reports in conjunction with facility rental, program delivery, instructional classes or other activities as needed;
  • Performs periodic heavy cleaning (buffing, mopping, pressure washing, etc.) as needed;
  • Inspects facilities with Risk Management, Parks and Recreation, and Buildings and Grounds staff, ensuring compliance with safety and maintenance standards;
  • Directs facility support services, including set up and breakdown of Departmental activities;
  • Provides support for parking at special events and facility rentals/use as needed;
  • Conducts and/or participates in park security roves and works with other City agencies to promote park safety and security as necessary;
  • Collects and/or compiles forms and associated paperwork as needed;
  • Acts as a point of public contact during programs, facility use, community market activities, park roves, special events, or other parks & recreation supported activities;
  • Regular and punctual attendance is required;

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

  • Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned.
  • When unusual situations occur and/or the City Manager declares a State of Emergency, all City employees may be required to accept special assignments and perform as needed to ensure appropriate service delivery.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

A High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required. Some experience in the rental, maintenance and/or use and care of facilities and properties.

Supplemental information

  • Valid Virginia's Drivers License and acceptable driving record according to City criteria.
  • CPR/General First-Aid Certification required within 6 months of date of hire.
  • Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment. May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the position.
City of Lynchburg

About City of Lynchburg

Strategically located with easy access to major markets, Lynchburg is a distinctive city with all the amenities and resources to live, learn, work, play…and prosper.



Lynchburg, Virginia, is a city which remembers its past while focusing on the future - a vibrant central city fostering a strong sense of community, economic opportunity for all our citizens and responsive, results-oriented local government.

Lynchburg is a city of 50 square miles located near the geographic center of the state, bordered by the eastern edge of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. It is located approximately 180 miles southwest of the nation's capital, Washington, D.C.

With over 3,900 businesses ranging from traditional mom-and-pop shops to headquarters of global corporations, Lynchburg is the commercial, cultural, entertainment, residential and retail hub of the Central Virginia region. Our broad-based economy, highly-skilled workforce and unparalleled quality of life have positioned Lynchburg among the cities leading the nation into the New Economy.



Lynchburg is rich in history and tradition, but don’t let the stunning architecture, cobblestoned streets and Victorian-styled neighborhoods fool you—beyond Lynchburg’s historic façade are energetic, forward-thinking residents, a business community leading technological innovation and the fiber-optic bandwidth to deliver that innovation to the world. Just as happening as it is historic, Lynchburg matches the strength of its economy with spectacular offerings of arts, music and culture, all in a setting of splendid natural beauty.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Lynchburg, Virginia
Year Founded
1786
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