The County of El Dorado Parks Division is dedicated to improving and maintaining the recreational facilities within our County which include Henningsen Lotus Park, Pioneer Park, Bradford Park, Joe's Skatepark, American River recreation, and the Rubicon Trail.

Park Operations Assistant | Seasonal Part-Time Position

Parks Division is filling four (4) vacant positions for the 2025 season which starts ~April 2025 and extends until late September or early October 2025, depending on weather and the park event schedule. 

Under general supervision, provides visitor services and information; performs both routine and skilled work in the operation, care, and maintenance of County parks facilities and grounds; and performs related duties as assigned.

This is the qualified journey-level classification. Incumbents are capable of independently performing a full range of public contact services, and a variety of duties in the care and maintenance of park facilities, and the operation of various types of equipment related to the work. 

Examples of Duties (Illustrative Only)

• Assists and provides information to park visitors by maintaining timely posting of bulletins and information materials regarding use of park.
• Collects admittance fees, sells and issues passes, coordinates group use permits, reconciles receipts and provides receipts, and reports to administration as directed.
• Advises users of County Parks and Recreation codes and regulations.
• Checks vehicles for display of fee receipts.
• Summons proper law enforcement agency if and when needed to enforce codes and regulations.
• Responds to emergency situations; notifies appropriate medical, law enforcement, and/or fire response organizations.
• Monitors park facilities including buildings, play equipment, and pathways; inspects grounds and facilities for hazardous conditions and corrects or barricades the hazards; reports the need for repair to administration. 
• Uses a variety of hand tools such as hammers, saws, wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, and other tools.
• Operates and performs minor maintenance to equipment and tools used in the course of the work; reports the need for major repair and/or maintenance.
• Prepares and maintains logs and reports of work performed and materials and equipment used.
• Removes litter, empties trash cans, and maintains park in a clean and orderly condition.
• Cleans and maintains restroom facilities and/or ensures contract providers are cleaning and maintaining portable toilets. 
• Performs related duties as assigned

Education & Experience Requirements

Knowledge of:

• Appropriate procedures to notify emergency agencies when needed.
• Basic principles, methods, and practices of handling cash, reconciling receipts, and reporting.
• Basic mathematics.
• Basic personal computer equipment and programs, including word processing software.
• Basic maintenance of equipment and tools used in the course of the work.
• Safety practices and procedures relating to the work, equipment, and tools utilized in the course of the work.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility. 
• Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction to ensure teamwork is conducted smoothly.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public and County staff.
• The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions.
• Computers and software programs (e.g., Microsoft software packages) to conduct, compile, and/or generate documentation.

Ability to:

• Perform accurate arithmetic calculations.
• Use a cash register and handle cash transactions.
• Prepare and maintain brief logs and reports of the work performed and materials used.
• Organize and maintain accurate records and files.
• Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.

Education and Experience:

Equivalent to graduation from high school; or current enrollment in a high school diploma or equivalent program,
OR
Six (6) months of experience in customer facing roles, such as customer service, retail, hospitality, tourism, recreation, or park operations, or experience through volunteer work in the community, state, or national service programs.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California or Nevada Driver's License by time of appointment and a satisfactory driving record.