Recreation Specialist - Field Park

About York County

York County is located in the Piedmont region, between the Broad River and the Catawba River. Its diverse landscape is home to family-friendly towns/cities, a progressive urban region and lakefront communities. We are excited that you want to join our team and recognize that our employees are the foundation for our success.

York County provides quality public services in an open, efficient, and responsive manner.

York County provides an environment where all citizens and businesses can thrive and succeed.

• Respectful – respect builds bridges, not silos. How we live it? Golden rule – treat others as you want to be treated.
• Dedicated – strong work ethic. How we live it? Persistence, reliability and commitment to do your best.
• Integrity – do the right thing instead of what is convenient. How we live it? Displaying strong moral principles.
• Knowledgeable – ready and able. How we live it? Having the right competencies necessary for achievement.
• Friendly – service with a smile. How we live it? Being respectful, pleasant and helpful to ALL.

The Parks Department is excited to hire a part‑time, year‑round, 20 hours per week, non‑exempt Recreation Specialist to join their team! The purpose of this position is to monitor and supervise persons and usage of the park; to provide information and assistance to park visitors; and to perform related work as required.

$15.98 – $19.18 per hour. Salary is based on qualifications.

This position is a year‑round Part‑time position; must be willing to work weekends & holidays as needed per operations.

• Competitive market‑rate pay, negotiable based on qualifications.
• Deferred Compensation 401K Plans
• Public Loan Forgiveness Program (Student Loan Forgiveness Program)
• 11 Paid Holidays + 3 Optional Holidays
• SC State Retirement Plan Pension
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Critical Care and Cancer Insurance
• Wellness Screenings
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Professional Development / Trainings / Conferences

• Monitors the park and collects entrance fees from park guests if needed.
• Explains Park rules and regulations and provides requested information to park guests.
• Prepares required records, reports, and correspondence.
• Performs general clerical duties as required, including but not limited to answering the telephone, entering and retrieving computer data, copying and filing documents, maintaining supply inventory, etc.
• Attends training, meetings, etc. as appropriate to maintain or enhance job knowledge and skills.
• May perform park duties (e.g., sale of goods, cashier duties, and stocking duties) as needed.
• Performs various manual tasks in the maintenance of facility.
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, other personnel, subordinates, volunteers, customers, service providers, community organizations, and the general public.
• Opens and closes facilities.
• Sets up facilities for rental and other events; cleans facilities following events as needed.

• Must be 16 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

Applicants with equivalent experience and/or education may be considered.

• Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

York County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man‑made or natural) to meet the business needs of the County.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.