Safety Aide

JCPRD•Lenexa, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the award-winning Johnson County Park and Recreation District (JCPRD) team and help make a real impact in this community! As part of our National Gold Medal Award–winning organization, you’ll help bring joy, adventure, and enrichment to millions each year. JCPRD welcomes over 7 million visitors to our parks and engages 3 million+ participants in more than 4,000 programs—and we’re still growing. When you work at JCPRD, you’re joining a team recognized locally, regionally, and nationally for excellence in parks, recreation, culture, education, and public service. Enjoy outstanding benefits, retirement plans, employee incentives, and a workplace culture built on passion, creativity, and teamwork. Named Best Large Employer in Johnson County for two years running, JCPRD is the perfect place to grow your career, make a difference, and have fun doing it. Come work where you play—and help us inspire healthier, happier lives for everyone! This is a public relations position, providing general information and assistance to visitors at Antioch Park, Meadowbrook Park, and Ernie Miller Nature Center. Park Safety Aide’s also conduct bicycle patrols on the Gary Haller Streamway Trail System (Mill Creek), Kill Creek Park, Lexington Lake and the Coffee Creek Streamway from Heritage Park. Park Safety Aides assist the Park Police by taking non-criminal reports, observing for any possible criminal activity, and contacting park visitors observed committing park ordinance violations to seek voluntary compliance. Park Safety Aides also assist Park Police Officers with special events as needed, including but not limited to triathlons, fun runs, festivals, and other JCPRD-sponsored events.

Requirements

This is an outdoor position that requires walking, riding a bike and/or standing for eight-hour workdays.
Positions start in May and end in September.
Minimum age 20 years and older.
Must be able to pass a criminal history and background check.
Good physical condition and be able to work outdoors in the summer heat.
JCPRD requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department.

Responsibilities

Providing general information and assistance to visitors
Conduct bicycle patrols
Assist the Park Police by taking non-criminal reports
Observing for any possible criminal activity
Contacting park visitors observed committing park ordinance violations to seek voluntary compliance
Assist Park Police Officers with special events as needed