Park Operations Assistant Extra Help

County of El Dorado • Placerville, CA

376d • $34,278 - $41,662 • Remote

About The Position

The Park Operations Assistant Extra Help position at the County of El Dorado involves providing visitor services and maintaining park facilities under general supervision. The role includes collecting fees, advising park users on regulations, monitoring park conditions, and ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment for visitors. This is a temporary position aimed at supporting the Parks Division during peak times.

Requirements

• Equivalent to graduation from high school; or current enrollment in a high school diploma or equivalent program.
• 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 community, state, or national service programs.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California or Nevada Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with customer service and working with the public.
• Skills and knowledge to handle a cash register, collect fees, and reconcile receipts.
• Ability to clean and maintain park facilities including emptying trash cans and cleaning restrooms.
• Good communication skills and ability to work well with the public.
• Team player with adaptability to a dynamic work environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist and provide information to park visitors by maintaining timely posting of bulletins and information materials regarding use of park.
• Collect admittance fees, sell and issue passes, coordinate group use permits, reconcile receipts and provide receipts, and report to administration as directed.
• Advise users of County Parks and Recreation codes and regulations.
• Check vehicles for display of fee receipts.
• Summon proper law enforcement agency if and when needed to enforce codes and regulations.
• Monitor park facilities including buildings, play equipment, and pathways; inspect grounds and facilities for hazardous conditions and correct or barricade the hazards; report the need for repair to administration.

Benefits

• Sick leave accrual consistent with the law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED