Park Manager - Seasonal

Job Posting End Date:

Worker Sub-Type:

Seasonal (Seasonal)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

 Position Summary:

The Seasonal Park Manager is responsible for operation of the Big Eau Pleine campgrounds, Dells of the Eau Claire campground, and/or the Nine Mile Chalet for winter recreation.  The positions for the campgrounds are a customer service position including maintenance, fee collection, and compliance.  These positions have higher physical requirements than the positions for the Nine Mile Chalet.  Nine Mile positions are a customer service/point of sale and will include some maintenance such as ski waxing and restroom maintenance.

Examples of Work Performed:

The following duties are typical of this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required or assigned.

• Assists the public in a friendly and professional manner.
• Inspects park grounds and structures for cleanliness, safety, and state of repair.
• Promptly reports all vandalism, unlawful behavior, or hazardous conditions to Operations Manager and law enforcement if necessary.
• Keeps detailed records and makes regular reports such as fee collections and remittance, work requests, destruction and loss forms, public incident forms, etc.
• May perform a variety of manual work including cleaning facilities and grounds, painting, landscaping, etc.  This item is specific to campgrounds.
• May assist full-time employees in repair and maintenance work.
• May set up facilities for special events or rental groups.
• May use cleaning agents and other chemicals in performing tasks.
• Performs other related work as required.

 

Qualifications:

• At least 18 years of age. 
• Valid driver’s license and a driving history that meets County standards.
• Experience in customer service, facility cleaning, and grounds maintenance work desirable.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively with the public, enforcing park rules, resolving problems, and providing information.
• Skill in operating vehicles and equipment effectively, safely, and efficiently.  Examples include half-ton trucks and golf carts.  This item is specific to campgrounds.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Skill in keeping timely, accurate records related to fee collections and remittance, work requests, destruction and loss forms, public incident forms, etc.
• Knowledge of building and grounds maintenance activities and processes.  This item is specific to campgrounds.
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to work independently and as a team.
• Ability to follow safety rules.
• Ability to contribute to a positive work culture that fosters excellent customer service and teamwork.

Compensation:
Starting hourly rate is $15.75 year one, $16.00 year two, and $16.25 year three. No benefits are provided for these seasonal positions.

Physical Requirements:

High Physical Requirements - Job requires significant physical exertion, with tasks that involve more active movement. This job may include standing for long periods, lifting heavy objects, or engaging in manual labor.  Physical requirements for Nine Mile are moderate and require a combination of desk work and some physical work.

 

All physical requirements are described with the intent to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job.

 

Selection Procedure:

The selection of the successful candidate may be made by assessment of education and work experience, oral interview, review of references, and/or other job-related selection procedures. Depending on position requirements, the selected candidate may be required to satisfactorily complete post-offer assessments, including but not limited to education verification, background checks, driver license verification, physical examination, psychological assessment, and drug screening paid for by the County.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Marathon County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status.

 

Special Accommodations:

Marathon County will make arrangements to furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services where necessary and reasonable to afford an individual with a disability the opportunity to participate in the recruitment process. Please notify the Employee Resources Department office or phone (715) 261-1451 to request special accommodations prior to the application deadline.

Notice to Applicants:

Wisconsin Statutes, Sections 19.36 (7), 64.09 (5), and 64.11 (7) require public employers to treat the following items as a public record: Each applicant’s application, records, recommendations, and qualifications except as provided in Section 19.36 (7), Wis. Stats. that allows the identity of an applicant to remain confidential if the applicant requests in writing that the County not provide access to this information.  If you choose not to have this information become a public record, you must make such a request in writing to the Employee Resources Department. If you become a finalist for the position, your identity may be disclosed as required by law