Inspector​/Sprayer Trainee - MC;

Job Information

Open to any current Municipal employee working within the Anchorage Parks & Recreation Department.

Monday - Friday; 7:30am - 4:30pm

Supervise the Youth Employment in Parks program that includes a total of 72 crew members; seven crew leaders and an expediter. The Youth Employment in Parks Program (YEP) is a program of the Anchorage Parks and Recreation Department and the Alaska Youth Environmental Action, a program of the National Wildlife Federation. The goal of the YEP program is to positively engage a new generation of diverse youth leaders with the environment and the Anchorage community through meaningful training, employment and outdoor recreation.

The selected applicant will work closely with the various government and non‑profit agencies, staff and management to develop, deliver and manage weekly park improvement projects and recreational activities and programs in various parks and facilities located throughout the Municipal park system. This position will develop, monitor and assign project and staff work schedules and assignments; oversee the operation of the project and the staff safety in carrying out the projects.

Write various reports, program and staff evaluations; meet with the program’s user groups, agencies; provide the community, various user groups and management with regular updates.

Graduation from high school or equivalent, and four years experience in recreation programs or activity under consideration. Ability to type at a net speed of 25 WPM. Must possess a valid driver’s license.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant’s Alaska Driver’s License and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states if the Alaska Driver’s License was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history.

The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant.

If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted Background Check. A Background Check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.

Applicant must have the ability to communicate effectively with youth, government and non‑profit agencies, management and others, including the media, while maintaining positive public and employee relations. The selected individual must be able to maintain and organize heavy workloads throughout the program season. Maintain records, fill‑out forms, write reports; evaluate the program and project operations and staff performances; provide verbal and written presentations.

Must be able to drive a 15 passenger van, work with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

The MOA is an EO and AA employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.

Health / Medical Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Audio
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts – Health and Dependent Care
• Health Savings Accounts

Retirement

• State of Alaska Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Program
• 401(k) and 457 Savings Plans

Employer Paid Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Leave Plan
• 11 Paid Holidays

For an overview of our medical benefit package go to http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Summaries.

01. Are you a current regular employee working in the Anchorage Parks & Recreation Department?

• Yes
• No

02. Do you have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent and four years of experience in recreation programs or activity under consideration? If yes, application must show experience.

• Yes
• No

03. Do you have the ability to type at a net speed of 25 WPM?

• Yes
• No

04. Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question