Park Ranger I

County of St. Clair•Parks & Recreation, MI

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs a variety of technical, and maintenance duties in the day-to-day operation of St. Clair County Parks and Recreation property and facilities to ensure a safe and pleasant environment for park patrons including visitor services, enforcement of park rules, and buildings and ground maintenance.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school (GED acceptable)
A minimum of 1 year of responsible work experience required
Must be available evenings, weekends and holidays.
Writing, reading, mathematical principles
Proficient computer skills-Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook
Exercise sound judgment and decision making in accordance with policies and procedures
Ability to research and problem solve independently
Ability to prioritize and time manage
Handle stressful situations, provide effective and friendly customer service
Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with management, co-workers and clients
Obtain and communicate accurate information
Apply common sense understanding to complex instructions and respond accordingly
Communicate complex ideas through graphs, charts, presentations, reports or other professional correspondence.
Ability to demonstrate predictable, reliable, and timely attendance.
Ability to read, write & communicate in English; follow written and verbal instruction and understand basic mathematics and figure checking.
Ability to interpret and apply procedures, rules, technical information, instructions, manuals to complete tasks accurately and on schedule.
Ability to learn from directions, observations, and mistakes; and apply procedures using good judgment.
Ability to use discretion and maintain sensitive and confidential information.
Ability to work independently or part of a team; ability to interact appropriately with others such as County officials, employees, vendors and the general public.
Ability to work under supervision, receiving instructions/feedback, coaching/counseling and/or action/discipline.
Adaptability to change in the work environment, managing competing demands and ability to deal with frequent changes, delays or unexpected events.
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services including customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
Proficient skills using Microsoft Office programs including, but not limited to: Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook required.
Must possess a valid State of Michigan operator license and maintain this license throughout employment in this position.
Possession of a valid CPR, first aid and AED certification, or successfully complete the training within thirty (30) days of employment in the position.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating grounds maintenance equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

Interact with general public and facility users to provide visitor services, such as explaining regulations, answering visitor requests, needs and complaints, and providing information about the park and surrounding areas.
Monitor the activities of park users, enforce Park operating rules and facility reservations.
Operate park equipment including trucks, tractors and mowers and special equipment including aerial lift, and 2-ton stake truck.
Perform general grounds duties, string-trimmer, lawn mowing and chainsaw work on brush and debris removal.
Perform routine maintenance and regular cleaning of buildings, facilities and grounds.
Plow, shovel, sweep sidewalks, drives, lots and keep free of ice and snow.
Assist with operations of facilities, open and close buildings.
Operate maintenance and custodial equipment and tools.
Assist maintenance personnel in maintenance duties and projects.
Maintains records and reports as required.
Administer first aid and notify emergency medical personnel when necessary.
Institute emergency management procedures when appropriate.
Other duties as assigned.