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Park Assistant

Maricopa County
parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, Arizona, Goodyear
14999 West Casey Abbott Road South (Show on map)
May 30, 2025
Posting Date 05/30/25 Application Deadline 06/03/25 Pay Range Anticipated Hiring Range: $17.00 - $19.00 hourly Full Pay Range: $17.00 - $25.00 hourly Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Job Type Unclassified Department Parks and Recreation About the Position Do you love being surrounded by beautiful scenery and fresh air? Then our Estrella Mountain Regional Park is the place for you! Come work with a diverse group of individuals and assist adventure-seeking customers in exploring Maricopa County's Parks. In this role, you will knowledgeably explain the various attractions the park holds and feel good knowing you enhanced the client experience! Note: This position requires availability Monday-Friday, 5 AM-9 PM during the summer and 6 AM-8 PM during the winter. Weekend, evening, and holiday availability is required. Flexibility is essential. About Us Welcome to the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department! From hiking on a barrier-free trail to horseback riding along a creek to testing your mountain biking skills and abilities on a competitive track, Maricopa County parks offer visitors the best of the Sonoran Desert. At approximately 120,042 acres of parkland and 872-miles of trails, Maricopa County is home to one of the largest regional park systems in the nation. Currently, there are twelve parks in Maricopa County's regional park system. Each is unique and offers its visitors a wide variety of recreational opportunities. The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department oversees the Maricopa Trail, a 315-mile trail system that encircles the valley and links all regional parks together. The department is staffed by a team of passionate employees, park hosts, and volunteers dedicated to providing park visitors with the best customer experience possible. Join us today! Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits including access to our upcoming on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Learn more at Work With Us \| Maricopa County, AZ We Require Six months of customer service/public contact experience High school diploma or GED A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis We Also Value Cash handling experience using a computerized point-of-sale system Experience with Microsoft Office Suite Job Contributions Assists with park operations and customer service needs, including informing the public of various park amenities, trails, special use permit processes, and event planning. Works cooperatively and professionally with the public and other County employees, including groups of all ages and socioeconomic backgrounds Explains park rules and policies, ensuring proper use of park facilities by the public Assists with fee collection and revenue, including but not limited to, collecting various park fees via Contact Station (Entry Station), Nature Center, Self-Pay Stations, and other areas. As required, prepares necessary financial reports and completes bank deposits Helps park maintenance and custodian staff with daily tasks or projects as needed Assists with ongoing animal care, Nature Center and other park displays, and park information kiosks throughout the park facility Completes minor trail repair as needed Provides oversight of various service-type projects conducted by volunteer groups, conservation crews or other service organizations Educate the public about the natural and cultural resources within the park through informal visitor contact Working Conditions Park setting working in close physical proximity with the public Ability to work in outdoor climates with temperatures regularly over 100 degrees Fahrenheit Ability to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays May require regular vehicle travel between off-site locations, including other Maricopa County Parks or within the same park, of distances greater than 1 mile Valid Arizona driver's license required, upon hire Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. 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