Part Time Nature Center Worker - Independence Oaks

Oakland County•Clarkston, MI

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Oakland County is seeking a Part Time Nature Center Worker for the Wint Nature Center at Independence Oaks park. This position is limited to 1,000 hours per year and pays $16.04/hr. The role involves receptionist duties, assisting the Nature Education team with programming and events, performing office duties, greeting guests, answering phones, and assisting with program setup, cleanup, and custodial duties. The position requires working weekends, evenings, and some holidays, and will utilize current Countywide and/or department specific software.

Requirements

Must have passed their 18th birthday OR be at least 16 years old and a high school graduate or the State requirements for a G.E.D. certificate; OR be an emancipated minor.
Possess a valid United States motor vehicle operator’s or chauffeur’s license. Out of country driver’s license holders will be required to obtain the appropriate valid State of Michigan driver’s license before the hire date.
Pass the complete examination, including the employment medical, established for this classification.
Must maintain a valid United States motor vehicle operator's or chauffeur's license.

Nice To Haves

Reasonable knowledge of customer service interactions and ability to communicate with others
Some knowledge of the use of elementary hand and power tools.
Reasonable knowledge of and ability to practice standard safety techniques.
Reasonable ability to perform routine, repetitive, and/or manual tasks.
Reasonable ability to maintain personal cleanliness and a presentable public appearance.
Reasonable ability to follow standardized oral and written instructions.
Reasonable ability to work and cooperate in a team effort, when necessary, to successfully complete an assignment.

Responsibilities

Answers guest inquiries such as providing directions within the park, emergency procedures, lost and found procedures, and handle complaints and other situations.
Ensures the assigned work area is clean and organized by frequently ensuring merchandise is stocked, is free of debris or trash, and is presentable.
Performs customer service duties and office assignments, including typing park correspondence, answering phone inquiries and filing.
Assists with groundskeeping and maintenance duties as directed by higher level staff which may include operating hand tools such as trimmers, shovels, trowels or performing other maintenance support tasks and custodial duties.
Supports safety of park guests through observation, reporting of risks, and participating in emergency response protocols and reporting as directed by higher level staff and emergency response teams.
Utilizes current Countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.
Answers public inquiries regarding other County parks.
Performs the duties of part-time seasonal employees in various classes when necessary.