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Temp Park Security

City of Pueblo -
Pueblo, CO

Job Details

Temporary | Seasonal
$22.30 - $23.10 an hour

Benefits

Paid sick time

Qualifications

Physical security
Visitor query response
Report preparation
Computer operation
Writing skills
Client inquiry handling
Court testimony
Providing information to customers
Employee relationship building
Compliance with security regulations
Radio communication systems
Driver's License
Park law enforcement
Driving
Data entry
Local ordinances

Full Job Description

DESCRIPTIVE STATEMENT:

This is a non-exempt, part-time/temporary position limited to 1300 hours annually. Under supervision of the Program Coordinator - Park Ranger, this position provides education of and ensures compliance with City ordinances, rules, and regulations. Patrols Parks properties and enforces laws and Parks ordinances and promotes park safety. Provides assistance and information to park visitors.

This job description is an overview and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the functions and tasks required of the position.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides education to public regarding Parks and City rules, regulations and ordinances.
Assists park patrons by providing information, direction and education.
Responds to complaints, inquiries, and requests for information.
Performs enforcement duties in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Patrols Parks Department properties on foot and in vehicle for violations of Parks and City rules, regulations and ordinances.
Issues warnings, issues violation notices, writes reports and testifies in Municipal Court.
Maintains logs regarding incidents, activities, enforcement actions, and related documents.
Monitors sporting, recreational, and special events on Parks property.
Verifies Parks user permits.
Ensures reserved facilities are available as scheduled and are in a safe and clean condition.
Promotes Parks cleanliness. Inspects and monitors Parks restrooms and playground facilities.
Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Requires knowledge of:

Parks rules, and ordinances and pertinent City, State, and Federal laws and ordinances.
City Parks and recreation area facilities and their locations.
Methods, principles, objectives, and standard practices of security and maintenance.
Principles and practices of report preparation.
Knowledge of security and enforcement.

Requires ability to:

Interpret and explain Parks and City policies and procedures.
Prepare clear and concise reports.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Testify in Municipal Court regarding citations issued.
Provide courteous and efficient service to the public and in responding to inquiries, complaints and requests in a fair, tactful and firm manner.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, law enforcement officers, and other employees.
Operate standard office equipment including computers.
Operate radio and communications equipment.
Deal with a moderate amount of stress.
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds.
Patrol Parks and recreation facilities both in vehicle and on foot.
Preform all job duties in a safe manner

Physical Requirements:

Below are the physical standards an employee must meet in order to perform the essential job duties with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Ability to lift, carry, push and/or pull objects weighing up to 30 lbs., will occasionally lift loads of 50 lbs.
Considerable walking and standing on steep, uneven, or icy terrain, as well as other activities requiring a full range of body movement including bending, kneeling, leaning, sitting, stooping, crouching, pushing, pulling, and climbing
Frequent hand/foot/eye coordination for operation of computer equipment and motor vehicles
Far and near visual acuity to read Municipal Code, record data, monitor/observe traffic signals, and to safely operate motor vehicles
Ability to hear verbal instructions and communication from customers and fellow employees by telephone or in person, and warning signals
Manual dexterity is essential in order to enter data into a computer, use constant light grasp, fine manipulation and handling a variety of items including office and computer equipment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

In addition to the knowledge, skills and abilities the position requires:

High school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency, or higher education.
At least one year of enforcement or security experience which demonstrates the ability to investigate and enforce ordinances, rules and regulations.
A valid driver’s license at the time of application, and a valid Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of employment
- License restrictions that may hinder your ability to drive on City business, such as an interlock, will be cause for disqualification
- During the course of employment, a valid license must be maintained, and the employee must notify the City immediately upon changes to the status of their license
Must be at least 21 years of age at time of application.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
The required driver's license must be maintained throughout the term of employment. Failure to maintain driver's license will result in termination.

Individual will be exposed to various and extreme weather conditions for periods of more than one hour throughout the work day. Position involves extensive walking while patrolling Parks and recreation facilities. Individual may encounter hostile or irate persons. Individual must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Due to Federal and State Criminal Justice System access requirements, classifications that access and maintain criminal justice information may also be required, as a condition of employment, to not have been convicted of and/or have pending charges of a felony or misdemeanor crime that would deny or otherwise restrict access to criminal justice information. This requirement applies to all existing City employees as well as external candidates seeking to fill positions that meet the given criteria.

BENEFITS:

The City of Pueblo offers a very rich benefits packet! Click on the “Benefits” hyperlink at the top of this (online) job posting to view a summary of the benefits associated with this position. For a more comprehensive view on the lush benefits offered by the City, please go to www.pueblo.us/benefits

Benefits Package for Temporary/Seasonal Positions

Because of its reduced schedule, temporary and seasonal employment with the City gives you the time to maintain a quality work/life balance and offers the following benefits:

As a PERA member you contribute a percentage of every check to PERA in exchange for a lifetime defined benefit, or pension.

City of Pueblo Temporary and Seasonal Employee Sick Leave Benefits
Beginning January 1, 2021, all employers in Colorado are required to provide paid sick leave to employees under the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (“HFWA”). Said leave is accrued at one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum of 48 hours.
Per the Act, leave may be used for any of the following reasons:

The employee has a mental or physical illness, injury, or health condition; needs a medical diagnosis, care, or treatment related to such illness, injury, or condition; or needs to obtain preventive medical care.
The employee needs to care for a family member who has a mental or physical illness, injury, or health condition; needs a medical diagnosis, care, or treatment related to such illness, injury, or condition; or needs to obtain preventive medical care.
The employee or family member has been the victim of domestic abuse, sexual assault, or harassment and needs to be absent from work for purposes related to such crime; or
A public official has ordered the closure of the school or place of care of the employee's child or of the employee's place of business due to a public health emergency, necessitating the employee's absence from work.

Consistent with the HWFA, part-time temporary and seasonal employees of the City shall not carry forward more than forty-eight (48) hours of unused sick leave from one year to the next.
Pueblo Municipal Code 6-6-5.5, 6-6-5 and 6-6-6

City employment as a temporary or seasonal employee means that the most you can expect to work is 1300 hours in a calendar year. Depending on the work schedule required by the hiring department, this means more time to spend with your family and/or doing other activities.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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