Position Purpose
Under general supervision, monitors city parks to assure compliance with city codes, including, but not limited to, animal control, parked vehicles, and rights-of-way. Assists Police Officers with traffic crashes, traffic details, non-emergency calls, illegal parking, etc. as needed.
Essential Functions and Basic Duties
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Monitors trails, picnic areas, pavilions and similar park areas (via foot, bicycle, and motorized vehicle) parks to promote public safety and ensure proper use of parks and facilities.
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Interacts effectively with the public; greets park visitors and explains park rules, regulations and city ordinances; provides directions and handles public inquiries and complaints.
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Investigates and resolves visitor complaints.
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Conducts investigations and may issue citations regarding City Ordinance violations.
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Conducts investigations into any relevant event occurring on Department property.
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Completes appropriate reports, such as, vehicle accidents, building burglaries, and employee/visitor injuries.
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Controls activity levels within assigned parks by unlocking and securing gates, patrolling parks, providing crowd & parking control at Sponsored events.
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Monitors and directs entering and exiting traffic into parking areas.
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May issue parking citations at any Parks and Recreation location.
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Attends meetings, training sessions and conferences
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Secures park facilities (locking buildings, gates, etc.)
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Addresses positive and negative issues in a professional manner on a one-on-one basis.
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Interacts with other agencies through communications and personal contact to gather the information necessary to complete a case.
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Attends training sessions, seminars, and college courses.
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Prepares and presents community educational presentations, videos, and photographs.
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Coordinates community events, including working with the state highway department. Assists officers with parades, escorts, concerts on the square and similar traffic assignments as needed.
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Directs traffic at school crossings in the mornings and afternoons.
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Performs related work as required.
Qualifications
Training and Experience
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Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an equivalent GED certificate.
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One (1) year of related field of experience desirable.
Special Requirements
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Must possess a valid driver’s license.
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Ability to successfully complete pre-employment background and drug screenings.
