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Park Services Coordinator (Winter Seasonal)

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Park Services Coordinator (Winter Seasonal)

Salary

$39,105.36 - $56,702.77 Annually

Location

ALL-Multiple Ramsey County Locations, MN

Job Type

Seasonal

Job Number

2025-00756

Department

Parks & Recreation

Division

BattleCreekWR

Opening Date

11/13/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

Union

Unrepresented

FLSA Status

nonexempt

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Position Summary

The current vacancies are in the Parks and Recreation department. The eligibility list created by these vacancies may be used to hire other vacancies in the department.

Based on assignment, to assist in the delivery of Park and Recreation Services in the winter months, to serve as a liaison to the public, ski rentals operation, and program instructor for the cross-country ski operations at Battle Creek Regional Park and other sites providing ski trail information, renting ski equipment, and creating a smooth and positive experience for users; and perform related duties as assigned.

Examples of Work Performed

Park Service Coordinator in Winter

+ Assist in checking guests for proper ski passes out on the trails/trailheads.

+ Monitor guests on ski trails or sledding hills for safety, quickly respond to emergencies, and notify the proper department staff of the emergency.

+ Enforces parking lot policies for high school teams drop off at Battle Creek Regional Park.

+ Inform Park users of park ordinances and notifies the proper authorities when ordinances are violated.

+ Provide information on the ski trails available to ski pass holders in the East Metro.

+ Assist with setting up events taking place at the snow-making loop at Battle Creek Regional Park.

+ Fit and rent cross-country ski and snowshoe equipment, account for loaned equipment and collect and properly store winter gear.

+ Assist in the maintenance of collections by taking inventory of recreation equipment, organizing supplies, and maintaining records and files as directed.

+ Demonstrate proper knowledge of cash handling policies and procedures.

+ Teach “learn to ski” programs to a variety of ages and ability levels.

+ Prepare equipment and materials for upcoming programs and events.

+ Assist in the delivery of special programs and events such as winter recreation samplers.

Park Service Coordinator in Summer

+ Respond to emergency situations within the park system by assisting staff, providing crowd control, and notifying the proper department staff of the emergency.

+ Initiate contact with and responds to requests for assistance from park guests who rent picnic shelters and pavilions, if assigned.

+ Inform Park users of park ordinances and notifies the proper authorities when ordinances are violated.

+ Communicate regularly with the public.

+ Attempt to make immediate repairs and/or cleaning to facilities in need and notify appropriate department staff of emergency repair and/or cleaning needs.

+ Test and adjust the pool chemical balance. Monitor and make minor repairs or adjustment to the pool/pool systems and notify appropriate department staff of emergency repairs, if assigned.

+ Assist with leisure research surveys and park counts.

+ Secure Park facilities at park closing times.

(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the position’s management approved work schedule is required.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 10, 11, 12.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High school graduate or equivalent.

Experience: Six months of customer service experience.

Substitution: Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certifications/Licensure: A valid driver’s license depending on assignment.

Preferred: Program Coordinator (Train the Trainer) Certification by Red Cross or comparable program. Valid Class D driver’s license for the class of vehicles to be driven. If assigned, may be required to obtain Certified Pool Operator certification.

Exam/Screening Process Information

This is a temporary, at-will position. This position requires an open screening and selection process. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the hiring department for further consideration on an ongoing basis until all positions have been filled.

Definition of Unclassified from the Ramsey County Personnel Act:

Subdivision 1. General. "The appointing authority may discharge employees in the unclassified service with or without cause. Employees in the unclassified service have no right to a grievance appeal from discharge or other disciplinary action under sections 383A.281 to 383A.301. An employee in an unclassified position shall not have tenure but shall be entitled to all benefits associated with tenure such as vacation leave, sick leave, health insurance, and other benefits as determined by the county board."

Criminal Background Checks:

All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment.

E-Verify Participation:

Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs, and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, familial or marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance status, place of residence, political affiliation, or national origin.

Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of its workforce. The county strives being equitable, inclusive, transparent, respectful, and impactful in how we serve and engage with residents, as well as Ramsey County employees. Advancing racial equity ensures all people who need access to opportunities and services we provide, will receive them. Racial equity is achieved when race can no longer be used to predict life outcomes, and outcomes for all are improved.

It is preferred that you apply online. If you are unable to apply online, you can print a paper application for this posting by clicking Paper Application (https://assets.ramseycountymn.gov/files/migrated-files/RAMSEY\_COUNTY\_EMPLOYMENT\_APPLICATION.pdf) . To apply with a paper application, you will need to print this posting AND answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them with your completed paper application.

For further information regarding this posting, please contact: [email protected]