This position patrols recreational and natural areas and enhances visitor experience, encourages proper and appropriate use of park property, promotes compliance with rules and regulations, protects park resources and positively represents the City of Portland. Duties include providing park visitors with general assistance, directions and information on City parks, recreation programs, information on historical, cultural and natural features of parks and other services; promotes safe use and enjoyment of Portland Parks by encouraging voluntary compliance with and/or enforcing applicable park rules and regulations and requesting police assistance when necessary; assists in keeping parks clean by removing litter, graffiti and encampments (following the Encampment Removal Policy); monitors the use of the boat ramp and collects fees where applicable and manage parking; perform maintenance to and oversees use of beach areas and public restrooms; provide emergency assistance and direct emergency services to the parks when needed; assists in directing traffic, crowd control and protecting park resources during special events; maintains daily log and reports on park incidents, public contracts, park conditions; is available for case follow-through when necessary and other duties as assigned.
Required Skills & Experience:
Preferred Skills & Experience:
Applications accepted until filled
Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.
Hourly Rate
$18.00/hour, plus $3.00/hour stipend for each hour worked
If you have questions or need assistance with the application, please contact Shae Gonzalez (City of Portland Recruiter) at sgonzalez@portlandmaine.gov or 207-653-3615 (call or text)
The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email hrinfo@portlandmaine.gov
Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Group : SEASONALS
Job Family : PART-TIME, TEMP & SEASONAL
Posting Start : 02/07/2025
Posting End : 12/31/9999