Park Host

Job Title:             Park Host, LaVern M. Johnson Park

Department:     Parks and Public Works

Salary:                $14.42 per hour plus value of camp host site with full hookups

Job Type:            Part time, seasonal, early September to mid- May with option to continue into summer 

General Statement of Duties:

Park Hosts must reside in their own RV in the park while working for the Town. Park Hosts are responsible for ensuring that Lyons’ Parks remain welcoming, clean, enjoyable, and safe for Park users and visitors. In general, Park Host’s duties include interacting with Park visitors, maintaining the Park, and collaborating with other Town employees, volunteers, and law enforcement agencies with respect to the use of the park.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Verify that rest rooms, shelters, and other park facilities remain clean and stocked on a routine basis, especially during weekends and other high-use periods.
• Report any issues with respect to the cleanliness and maintenance of park facilities promptly to the Parks and Recreation staff.
• Check grills regularly and clean when needed.
• Assist park users with parking-permitting procedures at automated kiosks.
• Check facilities on regular basis for cleanliness, and report to Park staff promptly any needs to improve cleanliness.
• Assist Parks staff with the public’s use of park amenities consistent with the policies and practices of the Town.
• Assist parks maintenance staff with trash and recycle collection by extracting full bags from trash stations to avoid overflowing trash and with hauling to proper on-site dumpsters.  Alert parks maintenance staff to any trash situations that need attention.
• Perform minor resource management and maintenance projects as assigned.  Make modifications to park grounds or facilities as approved by the Director of Parks and Public Works.
• Be present at the park and campground regularly and keep them in good condition, including mowing, ballfield preparation and general maintenance.
• Be present and available to the public during scheduled times, satisfy reasonable public needs, and courteously assist guests as requested.
• Return all Town of Lyons owned equipment at end of each season, such as keys, tools, phones, equipment, router, or any other items.
• Check-out and check-in park equipment.
• Be responsible for accounting and depositing money collected to Parks and Recreation office staff on a daily basis.
• Patrol parks regularly to monitor compliance with park rules and policies.  Contact park users when necessary regarding infractions of Town rules, ordinances, or other policies to ensure public safety and positive user experiences.  Coordinate with Boulder County Sheriff deputies and contracted security services as needed for support in assisting the public with compliance of Park and Campground rules.
• Represent the Town positively and professionally in all interactions with the public. Make every effort to cordially assist any visitor in need of help.  Park hosts must be available to the public to answer questions and assist with shelter rentals, park usage, and other rules and regulations.  This involves getting out and making contact with the public in the campground and park on a regular basis.
• Inform local law enforcement and the Department of Community Relations immediately of any acts of violence, vandalism, and/or any other illegal activity that may occur in the parks.   Evaluate every situation and decide whether to address personally or to summon law enforcement.
• Alert the Department of Parks and Public Works immediately of any maintenance issue that poses a potential hazard in the park.
• Make an honest effort to assist any visitor in need of help.  Remain available to the public to answer questions, assist with shelter rentals, and facilitate park usage consistent with the Town’s rules and regulations.
• Keep an accurate written log of events and occurrences, including any problems, incidents, hazards, and maintenance issues.
• Assist parks staff with shelter facilities and other park facilities by placing signs, cleaning, and removing debris (regularly hosing down and cleaning concrete pads, picnic tables, etc.).
• Assist parks staff with shelter rentals, picnic table rentals, and compliance with any guidelines and restrictions identified in the permits.
• Assist parks and recreation staff with any special events as needed.  Remain available during special events as requested by Parks and Recreation staff.
• Assist maintenance staff as needed with mowing and trimming duties.
• Provide a motorhome trailer or other RV in good repair to use as residence on-site at the Park.
• Advise Parks and Recreation staff both in person and remotely as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of Lyons Municipal Code and Park rules and fishing regulations
• Knowledge about the Town of Lyons and services available in the area and region to be able to answer visitor’s questions.
• Ability to work professionally and cooperatively with other employees of the Town and with members of the public.
• Ability to clean and sanitize public restrooms, to collect and dispose of trash and litter, and to clean and maintain charcoal grills and fireplaces.
• Ability to manage various tasks, assignments, and duties simultaneously.
• Ability to adjust flexibly to new situations on an as needed basis and learn new assigned duties quickly.
• Ability to skillfully and constructively support visitors and de-escalate situations in which a Park visitor may be upset.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making to ensure the safety and well-being of diverse Park users.
• Ability to operate a small UTV for trash pickup and disposal.

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