Park Caretaker - Powers Park

Job Status: 
Closed - no longer accepting applications
Job Closing Date: 
Friday, April 12, 2024 - 9:30am

The Coos County Parks Department has an opening for a Park Caretaker at Powers Park.  This volunteer position acts as a watchperson and general caretaker of the County Park; expected to perform duties for approximately 20 hours per week.  This is an unpaid position.   The caretaker is provided with a rent-free 3-bedroom, 2 bath home, with utilities, water and garbage provided free.  Phone and internet hookup are caretakers responsibility.  ABSOLUTELY NO PETS.

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, PLEASE COMPLETE THE APPLICATION HERE:  https://cooscounty.applicantstack.com/x/apply/a24bpl6zbck5?preview=1  Alternatively, you may print out the application form attached below.  

EXAMPLES OF PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

  1. Enforces park rules and regulations, registers vehicles and visitors, directs the general public in their use of park and recreation facilities, and performs related duties as required.
  2. Cleans restrooms and performs light maintenance tasks.
  3. Collects fees when required.
  4. Provides security during weekends and evenings when park ranger is not on duty.
  5. Landscape and lawn maintenance.

RECRUITING REQUIREMENTS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

Must have ability to interact courteously with the public, to provide information regarding park regulations and facilities, and to ensure the safety and welfare of the public; ability to patrol grounds and to enforce regulations; some mechanical knowledge is helpful.  Basic computer skills for online reservation system.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

Completion of high school; or any satisfactory combination of experience and training.