Park Operations & Visitor Services Aide

Effingham County Board of Commissioners; Georgia; On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Effingham County Board of Commissioners is seeking a Park Attendant to help maintain welcoming, safe county parks. This part-time role requires evening and weekend shifts outdoors, greeting visitors, performing routine upkeep, monitoring facilities, reporting safety concerns, and supporting events.

Training provided; basic customer service and safety awareness required. Responsibilities include patrolling park areas, assisting with setup/cleanup, keeping restrooms clean, recording incidents, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; equivalent education considered.
• Six months of experience in parks, recreation, groundskeeping, facility maintenance, custodial work, event support, customer service, or a closely related field preferred.
• Valid Georgia driver’s license, or ability to obtain one within the timeframe established by the County, if assigned to operate County vehicles.
• Ability and willingness to work a part‑time schedule that regularly includes nights and weekends. Holiday and special‑event assignments may also be required.
• Any required background, driving, or other pre‑employment screening must be job‑related, consistent with County policy, and administered consistently for similarly situated positions.

Responsibilities

• Walks park areas to observe conditions and report hazards.
• Greets visitors and provides approved park information.
• Monitors activities, events, rentals, and assists with setup/cleanup.
• Provides calm reminders about park rules and escalates when needed.
• Completes checklists and reports maintenance or safety needs.
• Performs custodial tasks like litter pickup and restroom upkeep.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Observation skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Radios

Job description

Effingham County Board of Commissioners is seeking a Park Attendant to help maintain welcoming, safe county parks. This part-time role requires evening and weekend shifts outdoors, greeting visitors, performing routine upkeep, monitoring facilities, reporting safety concerns, and supporting events.

Training provided; basic customer service and safety awareness required. Responsibilities include patrolling park areas, assisting with setup/cleanup, keeping restrooms clean, recording incidents, and