About The Position And Our Agency

Are you seeking a part-time position, primarily on the weekends?

If so, the City of Carpinteria's Parks and Facilities Attendant position

may be the right job for you!

The City of Carpinteria is accepting applications for a Parks and Facilities Attendant

This assignment will primarily involve working Saturdays from 11:00am - 10:45pm

and some additional work on Sundays or weekdays if needed.

Deadline for First Review of Applications: September 19, 2024, at 11:59 pm

Interview Date: Tentatively, September 26, 2024.

The Parks and Facilities Attendant will primarily assist with facility rentals and provide customer support during events at the City's Veterans Memorial Building and other special event locations. This role involves ensuring that facilities are clean, set up according to event specifications, and that any issues are promptly addressed to ensure a positive experience for all users.

Essential Functions And Basic Duties

Include but are not limited to the following

Attends to the proper and safe use of City parks, coastal open space lands, recreational trails and facilities; sets up and takes down audio, video, and lighting equipment, and furniture for rooms, parks/fields, and outdoor venues; coordinates contract caterers/food servers, security, and instructors for meetings and special use events; monitors and enforces park and facility user compliance with City permits, agreements, rules, and regulations; conducts security checks of parks, coastal open space lands, recreational trails, and facilities including monitoring, abating, and reporting unsafe or unhealthy conditions; performs preventive maintenance and repairs; loads and unloads supplies, materials, and equipment; performs minor janitorial duties; assists and provides information to the general public including resolving customer questions, concerns, and/or problems about the use of City facilities; and performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and/or Experience:

A combination of education, training, and work experience equivalent to one year of experience as a parks and facilities attendant, laborer, or custodian.
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. *

License/Certificate (All licenses/certificates must be maintained as a condition of employment):

A valid California Driver's License is required.
Satisfactory driving record.
CPR/First-Aid Certification within 6 months from start of employment.

Other Requirements

Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
Must be available to work weekends, evenings, holidays, on-call, and overtime as needed.
Bilingual in English and Spanish is desirable.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

The following examples of the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities are representative that are necessary to perform the essential duties of the position:

Knowledge of: Practices, methods, and procedures used in the operations and maintenance of parks and facilities; methods of preparation of athletic fields including dragging, chalking, and watering for play; janitorial and preventive maintenance practices, methods, and procedures in parks and facilities; methods, materials, equipment, and tools in parks and facilities; and work safety practices.

Ability to: Coordinate activities at parks, coastal open space lands, recreational trails and facilities; solve problems or recommend solutions in the in the operations and maintenance of parks, coastal open space lands, recreational trails and facilities; operate audio, video, and lighting equipment; operate building security and fire alarm systems; operate field light timers; effectively communicate both orally and in writing; understand oral and written instructions; prepare and maintain activity reports; establish and maintain courteous, effective public relations; exercise initiative in resolving problems; provide customer service and general direction regarding operation of all City facilities, buildings, parks, and grounds; and effectively work as a team member.

Selection Process And Additional Information

DEADLINE TO APPLY: The recruitment may close at any time without further notice. To be considered for first review, please submit by September 19, 2024.

Applications must be submitted online through GovernmentJobs.com

Click here to apply: Parks & Facilities Attendant (governmentjobs.com)

Materials must be complete and clearly indicate the candidate meets the minimum qualifications. Incomplete, late, emailed, and faxed applications are not accepted. Resumes are not considered in lieu of the required employment application.

Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified.
A resume may be included with your application; however, it will not substitute for the information requested on the application.
Those considered most qualified will be invited to participate in an appraisal interview.

The City of Carpinteria is an equal opportunity employer.

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Parks and Facilities Attendant Job Description

Under the terms of the city's benefits plan and policies, part-time (temporary, seasonal, or extra help) employees are not eligible for benefits, other than those required by federal or state law (e.g. paid leave in accordance with Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act of 2014 - AB1522 and City policy). The City does not participate in Social Security; in lieu of social security, part-time employees, not currently CalPERS members, are enrolled in the City's 457 Deferred Compensation retirement plan. If you are a CalPERS member or CalPERS retired annuitant, please notify Human Resources.

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Do you have a current and valid California Driver's License?

Yes
- No

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This Position May Require You To Work a Flexible Schedule. Indicate Which Of The Follow Shifts You Are Able To Work (check All That Apply)

Weekdays (Mon. - Fri.)
Weekday Evenings (Mon. - Fri.)
Saturdays
Sundays
On-Call
Holidays

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Required

Bilingual in English and Spanish is not required, but desirable. Please indicate your level of bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish (check one):

None
Basic (You can understand and use simple phrases and sentences in Spanish. You can engage in basic conversations but may struggle with complex topics or detailed communication. Reading and writing abilities are limited to common phrases and basic text)
Intermediate (You can handle most conversations in Spanish, including some work-related discussions. You are able to read and write routine documents, emails, and reports, though you may require assistance with advanced vocabulary or grammar. You can effectively communicate in familiar situations)
Advanced (You are fluent in Spanish, with the ability to converse on a wide range of topics, including complex and technical subjects. You can read and write at a professional level, including drafting reports, documents, and conducting presentations. You can communicate effectively in both formal and informal settings)

Required Question

Agency City of Carpinteria

Address 5775 Carpinteria Avenue

Carpinteria, California, 93013

Phone (805) 684-5405

Website https://carpinteriaca.gov

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