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Job Description
Summary
This position is responsible for maintaining specific park areas and supervising scheduled public activities in assigned areas. This position works a varied schedule including possible week-ends, evenings and holidays if needed. This position reports to the Park Maintenance Assistant Supervisor Parks Operations Supervisor and/or any other employee with higher classification.
This position uses a variety of hand and power tools and equipment such as shovels, rakes, axes, pruners, chain saws, weed eaters, backpack blowers, edgers, and any type of mower, tractor, trucks, and trailers, and other equipment owned or rented by the City on a daily basis. This position works primarily outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and Terrain.
Essential Functions
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Responsible for the daily maintenance of various park buildings and park grounds as assigned. Duties include but are not limited to: Picking up litter, emptying garbage cans, weeding flowerbeds, watering trees/plants, painting, mowing, operating various hand, power tools and equipment . Must be able to operate a city vehicle, clean restrooms, mop floors, wash windows, prepare baseball/softball fields for play, and communicate with the public in a polite and professional manner.Set up and working of City Sponsored Special Events as needed.Responsible for completing Incident Report Forms immediately after a situation occurs and routes them to the Parks Supervisor.Other duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications- High School Degree or GED
- Must be 18 years of age.
- Must be able to successfully pass background check.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of:- A wide variety of power tools and equipment.
Skills in:- Use of hand tools.
- Excellent customer service.
Ability to:- Work outdoor in a variety of weather conditions.
- Work independently and complete the duties assigned in an effective and timely manner.
- Communicate verbally or in writing in a concise, accurate, and courteous manner to public inquiries.
- Provide information within his/her scope of knowledge or refer to an employee of higher classification.
- Perform all work in accordance with safety procedures manual.
- Work as a member of a team worker and maintain good working relationships with other employees.
- Follow detailed instructions.
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS- Must possess a valid Washington State driver's license.
BENEFITS:- Department of Retirement Systems Retirement Plan
- Paid holidays and sick leave
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume with their application. Applications must be received no later than Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 11:59 pm. For additional information, or a complete job description, please contact Human Resources at mvhr@mountvernonwa.gov .
The City of Mount Vernon provides and enforces a drug free workplace and maintains a smoke free work environment.
The City of Mount Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.- Sick Leave
Closing Date/Time: 1/26/2025 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Mount Vernon
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Welcome to the City of Mount Vernon, Washington! Our city has a firm belief that our municipal government will be a model of success - committed to a pragmatic vision for those who choose to create a life here. You can be proud of your City Hall.
We are a mission-driven organization. We are committed to provide the most effective and efficient basic services and work with our community in a respectful and collaborative manner.
About Mayor Donovan
Mayor Donovan began his first term on January 1, 2024. Prior to becoming mayor, Peter served the residents of Mount Vernon for seven years in the Mayor’s Office. He is committed to ensuring that local city government is efficient, accessible, dignified, and inclusive.
A lifelong resident of Skagit County, Mayor Donovan loves what the city of Mount Vernon has to offer its residents and visitors. He and his wife have enjoyed raising their four children here; and he hopes to put the city on track to be a place where his children can afford to return, if they choose, to start their own families, afford their first home, and launch their own careers.
Known for his collaborative approach to leadership, he continues to develop and strengthen ties to other government entities and local agencies—to provide Mount Vernon with the best opportunity to thrive, for generations to come.
The City of Mount Vernon is a code city and a Mayor/Council form of government. The Mayor is the chief executive and administrative officer for the City of Mount Vernon and oversees and manages all operations including: Finance, City Attorney, Information Services, Human Resources, Development Services, Library, Public Works, Parks and Enrichment Services, Police and Fire Department. This includes a City staff of 255 full time employees, 56 part time/seasonal employees, and a total City budget of $141 million.
Mayor Donovan holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications/Public Relations from Washington State University; and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration. -