Parks Attendant- Bowers Farm at Discovery Oaks

Overview & Benefits

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This position is limited to 1,000 hours/year, the schedule includes evenings and weekends.

Rate of pay is $14.55/hr.

Under close supervision, employees of this beginning level classification have direct interaction with customers at the point of sale, greet and act as hosts to visitors, take reservations, coordinate park entry and complete cash transactions. The employees answer questions, give directions, explain facilities, and assist higher level employees involved in the general maintenance and operations of the County Park facilities. May utilize current county-wide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Be at least 16 years old.
• Pass the employment physical established for this classification.

May be required to provide safety shoes.

If assigned to a youth recreational program, prior to employment, candidates will be required to provide Parks & Recreation with documentation from the Michigan Department of Human Services that they have not been named in a central registry case as the perpetrator of child abuse or child neglect. In addition, applicants being considered for hire will be asked to sign a form authorizing Parks & Recreation to request and receive a criminal history check in accordance with the privacy act of 1974.

• Child Abuse or Neglect.
• A felony involving harm or threatened harm to an individual within the 10 years immediately preceding the date of hire.

Ability to communicate, and to perform numerical computations.

Works in an outdoor environment with exposure to weather conditions.

The primary purpose of this job description is to set a fair and equitable salary range for this job classification. Generally, only those key duties necessary for proper job evaluation and/or labor market analysis have been included. Other duties and responsibilities will be assigned by the supervisors.

• If applicable

We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Oakland County is committed to welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including those with prior convictions, as we believe in providing equal opportunities for all. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our team and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace. All candidates are evaluated based on their ability to meet the job requirements, legal obligations and thrive in our organization.

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