Part-Time Park Aide (WAR) at Gloucester County – Gloucester, Virginia

• Assists the public with matters of park usage.
• Preparation of areas or buildings prior to events, secures area afterwards.
• Opens and closes parks throughout the County.
• Performs general maintenance and inspection of park grounds, trails, equipment, and facilities.
• Maintains activity and park attendance records.
• Participates in various fee collections for equipment and facility rentals.
• Weighs and identifies fish caught by park patrons.
• Patrols park property on foot, all-terrain vehicle, bicycle, boat, or vehicle as needed to ensure the safety of park visitors.

High school diploma/GED.

One (1) year of experience in park operations/maintenance work preferred. Customer service and cash handling experience preferred.

• Possession of a valid driver’s license; possess and maintain a driving record that meets established Gloucester County Driving Standards.
• Pass a post-offer, pre-employment physical examination; employee may be subject to subsequent physical examinations to ensure he/she meets job-related physical requirements.
• Possession of, or ability to successfully complete within sixty (60) days of employment, Red Cross-approved course in First Aid, AED, and CPR. First Aid, AED and CPR certification must be maintained while employed by the County.
• Completion of Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Social Services approved child protection training/coursework for mandated reporters of child maltreatment within one (1) month of employment.
• Completion of National Association of State Boating Law Administrator approved boat-handling course preferred.
• Possession of freshwater fishing license preferred.