Parks Steward (Seasonal)

City of Aurora•Aurora, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity , Respect, Professionalism , and Customer Service , and we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora? Make a difference in the lives of real people every day Diverse community Competitive total compensation package Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan Light rail station minutes away On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement Access to innovation workspaces Public lands stay beautiful because of people like you. Plants and animals need a safe home while humans need a pleasant place to play. You spend your days planting trees and fixing facilities. Heavy lifting happens often since some objects weigh up to 100 pounds. Weather conditions change fast but the work continues . Honest effort matters when you are out there alone with the squirrels. Community members depend on you for a safe experience every time they visit . Equipment needs careful handling and accurate records. Snow removal duties keep things interesting during the winter months. Every person you meet deserves genuine kindness. High school diplomas and 6 months of labor experience get you in the door. Commitment to doing things the right way makes our city better . Must be 18 years old by time of hire The hiring rate for this role is $18.00/hour. Anticipated start date for this role is March 28, 2026. This is classified as a Seasonal position where the selected candidates' length of employment will not exceed six (6) consecutive months and can work up to 40 hours a week. This position does not provide medical benefits. This position earns sick leave in accordance with the Healthy Families and Workplace Act The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first-come, first-served basis; as soon as we determine we have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice. This job announcement is for collecting candidate applications for current and future Parks Stewards. Applicants will be contacted only when a position need is identified, and their qualifications match the position's needs. The selected applicant(s) will undergo the following conditions: Background Check (if over 18) MVR Drug Screening Position overview: The Parks Steward is an integral member of the team responsible for maintenance and stewardship of public lands, resources, infrastructure, and facilities in order to provide safe and healthy homes for plants and animals, as well as safe and pleasant human experiences.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
6 months manual labor experience
Must be 18 years old by time of hire
Current Driver's License with good driving record
If employed in the Open Space division, Colorado Basic Pesticide Training Certificate or ability to obtain within 2 months

Nice To Haves

CPR and First Aid
If employed in the Forestry division, TCIA Chipper Operator Specialist & TCIA Ground Operations Specialist

Responsibilities

Provides outstanding stewardship of the public lands under care
Performs maintenance and repair work on facilities and properties
Plants and cares for trees and vegetation
Properly operates and maintains equipment
Updates records concerning materials and equipment used
Maintains and enforces safety regulations and procedures
Performs work to complete special functions with all user groups and between city departments
Performs snow and ice removal as needed
Performs additional duties as assigned