Job DescriptionJob Description
Position Purpose
Under general supervision, monitors city parks to assure compliance with city codes, including, but not limited to, animal control, parked vehicles, and rights-of-way. Assists Police Officers with traffic crashes, traffic details, non-emergency calls, illegal parking, etc. as needed.
Essential Functions and Basic Duties
* Monitors trails, picnic areas, pavilions and similar park areas (via foot, bicycle, and motorized vehicle) parks to promote public safety and ensure proper use of parks and facilities.
* Interacts effectively with the public; greets park visitors and explains park rules, regulations and city ordinances; provides directions and handles public inquiries and complaints.
* Investigates and resolves visitor complaints.
* Conducts investigations and may issue citations regarding City Ordinance violations.
* Conducts investigations into any relevant event occurring on Department property.
* Completes appropriate reports, such as, vehicle accidents, building burglaries, and employee/visitor injuries.
* Controls activity levels within assigned parks by unlocking and securing gates, patrolling parks, providing crowd & parking control at Sponsored events.
* Monitors and directs entering and exiting traffic into parking areas.
* May issue parking citations at any Parks and Recreation location.
* Attends meetings, training sessions and conferences
* Secures park facilities (locking buildings, gates, etc.)
* Addresses positive and negative issues in a professional manner on a one-on-one basis.
* Interacts with other agencies through communications and personal contact to gather the information necessary to complete a case.
* Attends training sessions, seminars, and college courses.
* Prepares and presents community educational presentations, videos, and photographs.
* Coordinates community events, including working with the state highway department. Assists officers with parades, escorts, concerts on the square and similar traffic assignments as needed.
* Directs traffic at school crossings in the mornings and afternoons.
* Performs related work as required.
Qualifications
Training and Experience
* Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an equivalent GED certificate.
* One (1) year of related field of experience desirable.
Special Requirements
* Must possess a valid driver’s license.
* Ability to successfully complete pre-employment background and drug screenings.
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