PARKS Caretaker II - Regular; Healthy SPACES - Range​/L71

Department

Parks & Recreation

Schedules may vary: (4/10's). Mon-Thu, 6am-4:30pm;
Tue-Fri, 6am-4:30pm;
Fri-Mon, 6am-4:30pm;
Wed-Sat, 6am-4:30pm;
Sun-Wed, 6am-4:30pm. All shifts with a 1/2‑hour meal period.

North Park Maintenance Shop - 2839 Mt. View Drive;
South Park Maintenance Shop - 11440 Lang Street

• Internal candidates currently working under the Public Employees (Local 71) Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Local union dispatched candidates
• External candidates and other current Municipal employees not covered under this agreement

Employees hired or rehired to any position shall be placed at the entrance pay step. Advancement from the entrance step to the maximum step within a pay grade shall be by successive steps.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including student or employment visas.

The primary purpose of this position is to maintain the Municipality of Anchorage park land and facilities in a safe and usable condition for the public to enjoy. Responsibilities include routine park maintenance under general supervision, leading Parks Caretaker I positions to clean up illegal camps and handle personal belongings as needed, and focus on homeless camp cleanup. Tasks involve removing trash, debris, and waste to restore municipal property to usable conditions, disposing of removed articles safely and sanitarily, and performing other duties such as litter collection, snow and ice removal, trail maintenance, and general grounds and facility cleaning and repair.

The role requires independent work, sound judgment, initiative, and the ability to direct lower‑level staff on projects or daily tasks. Additional duties are assigned as needed.

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• One (1) year experience as a Parks Caretaker I or equivalent
• Valid State of Alaska Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record at the time of hire
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and take initiative
• Ability to direct the work of lower‑level staff on projects or daily basis

All required certifications and/or licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.

Veterans who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, recognizing the person as a veteran. Veterans must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge.

The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

Individuals serving in good standing in the National Guard or organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference must attach proof of current service. Proof should include a statement of service with dedicated details and must meet the minimum qualifications of the position for preference consideration.

The MOA is an EO and AA Employer and complies with Title I of the ADA. For requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at 907‑343‑4571.