Park Aide - Parks (Idyllwild)

County of Riverside; California; On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Job summary

The County of Riverside is seeking a Park Aide - Parks at the Idyllwild Nature Center in Riverside County. The role supports Park Interpreters in delivering natural science, historical, conservation, and environmental education programs at parks, nature centers, and reserves.

Primary duties include greeting visitors, cash handling, and program setup. The incumbent coordinates volunteers, helps maintain facilities, and may assist with animal care used in interpretive programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Option I: 30 semester units or 45 quarter units in Park/Public/Business Admin or related fields.
• Option II: 1 year of park/related experience performing maintenance or admin tasks.
• Option III: 2 years full-time or 3 years part-time experience showing interpretive communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Park Interpreters with planning natural science, history, and environment education programs.
• Provide front-desk support: greet visitors, operate cash register, answer questions.
• Set up and present interpretive programs; coordinate volunteers and docents.
• Maintain park facilities, exhibits, and trails; assist with animal care in programs.
• Prepare reports and information for programs and operations.
• Respond to correspondence and support outreach activities as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Guest communication

Cash handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.

About The Position

The County of Riverside seeks candidates to fill positions throughout Riverside County. A list of eligible candidates will be established to fill current and future vacancies.

The Riverside County Regional Park and Open-Space District is seeking for a Park Aide - Parks at the Idyllwild Nature Center located in Idyllwild.

The incumbent will assist Park Interpreters with planning and delivering natural science, historical, conservation, and environmental education programs at parks, nature centers, and wildlife reserves. Responsibilities include providing front-desk support by greeting visitors, operating a cash register, and responding to questions about the site. Additionally, the incumbent will assist with the presentation and setup of interpretive programs, coordinate volunteer and docent activities as assigned, and help maintain buildings, interpretive exhibits, and trails. Additional duties include responding to assigned correspondence and assisting with the care and feeding of animals used in interpretive programs.

Competitive candidates will possess strong customer service experience, experience communicating effectively with guests, contractors, and staff, and experience working in a parks or similar recreational setting. Cash handling experience is desirable.

Work schedule: Wednesday-Sunday, 5/40 schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Monday and Tuesday off. (Schedules may vary depending on department needs. Overtime, holiday, and evening shifts will be required per department need.)

Meet The Team

The Riverside County Regional Park and Open-Space District is a nationally accredited agency who strives to be the regional leader in improving lives through people, parks, places, and programs. Their mission is to acquire, protect, develop, manage, and interpret for the inspiration, use, and enjoyment of all people, a well-balanced system of areas of outstanding scenic, recreational, and historic importance.

Examples Of Essential Duties

• Assist Park Interpreters with the development and planning of natural science, historical, conservation, and environmental education interpretive programs for parks, nature centers, and wildlife reserves operated by the Park District.
• Compile information and prepare a variety of reports, studies, and interpretive program materials.
• Present or assist with the presentation of interpretive programs offered to the public; do program prop setup and removal; organize volunteer and docents groups as assigned by Park Interpreters; establish, monitor, and administer volunteer work schedules as assigned.
• Assist in maintaining buildings, interpretive exhibits, and trails.
• Answer assigned correspondence independently as assigned.
• Assist in the care and feeding of animals used in interpretive programs.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

• OPTION I: 30 semester units or 45 quarter units of upper division coursework from a recognized college in Park Administration, Public or Business Administration, Resource or Land Management, Forestry or a related field. Note: upper division coursework is typically taken by juniors and seniors and are primarily for majors.
• OR
• OPTION II: Experience: One year of experience with a park or allied facility performing maintenance, operations, or routine administrative functions.
• OR
• OPTION III: Experience: More than 3 years part-time or 2 years full-time of any type of work experience which demonstrates the following abilities: the presentation/communication of interpretive and educational information in simple/understandable terms and in a logical format to children; working independently with minimal supervision; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, docents, volunteers, children, parents, school teachers/administrators and other members of the public.

ALL OPTIONS

License: A valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of application. The incumbent will be driving to different sites and locations within the park and nature center.

Physical/Environmental: The Park Aide - Parks' job duties are performed throughout the park and will involve exposure to inclement weather and weather extremes, including high temperatures, rain, and cold winter conditions with snow. The position also requires lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 50 to 60 pounds, standing, walking, bending, sitting, and moving and manipulating equipment and other objects, as well as exposure to animal odors and animal food items.

• Uniforms are provided

Ability to Learn basic research and reporting methods; read effectively; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; perform work with only general instructions; work with minimal supervision; prepare reports; establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, teachers, parents, Park District employees, volunteers, and members of the public; work with animals used in interpretive programs. Some positions may require ability to perform physical tasks, such as cleaning & maintenance.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

For Questions Regarding This Recruitment

Pl ease contact Genesis Ochoategui at [e-mail] , or call [phone]. Please allow 1-3 business days for response to general inquiries.

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference

The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouse's death certificate, a letter of spouse's disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veteran's Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies

Reasonable Accommodations

The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability

Work Location and Telework

In-person attendance is the standard work expectation for County of Riverside assignments. Certain assignments may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule; however, telework arrangements are subject to management approval, operational needs, and/or may be modified or discontinued at any time. Employees who telework are expected to be able to report to their assigned worksite on short notice or as operational needs require. Unless otherwise specified for a particular position, employees are expected to reside in California following appointment. Limited exceptions may apply. Applicants should contact the assigned recruiter for additional information regarding work location expectations, telework eligibility, and residency requirements.

Proof of Education

If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ( AICE ).

Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period

As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

General Information

Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

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