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Join our team! We are hiring diverse and talented people for seasonal Parks Worker positions. In this role, you help make Saint Paul a city that works for us all.
Here's what you can expect to do:
Performs routine manual labor in parks, on a playground, at a golf courses, or other public grounds or buildings; and performs related duties as required. (Employees in this classification are hired for seasonal work.)
Find out more about the role from our current Parks Worker I staff by watching our video: http://youtu.be/qj7qlS6X8qc.
Information regarding the current open positions These are seasonal, temporary positions that may work part-time or full-time hours and are limited to a maximum of 1040 hours within one year. We have positions open for individuals with and without a Minnesota Class D Driver's License.
Hourly Rates of Pay Parks Worker I – without a driver's license, may include weekends/evenings = $16.73/hour starting, $16.98/hour beginning July 1, 2024 Parks Worker I – with driver's license = $16.73/hour starting, $16.98/hour beginning July 1, 2024 Parks Worker I – with driver's license and a commitment to weekly weekend/evening work = $18.71/hour starting, $18.71 beginning July 1, 2025
The Parks Worker I position is entry level to career opportunities include pathways into Parks Worker II, III, Grounds Cred Leader, and Parks Maintenance Supervisor positions.
Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.
Responsibilities
Each location will have different work shifts and duties vary by location. All locations are in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Use the Supplemental Questionnaire section to specify which location you prefer and your schedule preference.
Park Worker I - -Highland National Golf Maintenance -- 864 South Snelling Avenue
Primary Duties and Responsibilities Include: Course setup including pin locations, tee markers, and divots Daily golf course maintenance Operation, maintenance, and cleaning golf course equipment Other duties as assigned Note: Positions at Highland Golf must be available to work every third weekend.
Park Worker I - Como Park Zoo and Conservatory-- 1225 Estabrook Drive Primary Duties and Responsibilities Include: Light labor assisting in the janitorial maintenance of Como Park Zoo and Conservatory grounds and buildings Facility set ups for events, weddings, and daily operations of grounds Other duties as assigned Note: Positions at Como Campus must be available to work weekends.
Park Worker I - Parks & Recreation Maintenance Team -- various locations (approximately 70 openings) Primary Duties and Responsibilities Include: Light labor maintenance of park grounds and buildings including mowing and weed whipping Daily janitorial maintenance of park spaces and facilities
Other duties as assigned Note: Most, but not all, Maintenance Team positions require weekend hours.
Park Worker I - Public Works -- 873 Dale Street North Primary Duties and Responsibilities Include: Light labor involving maintenance along boulevards and roadways including mowing and weed whipping
Roadway and sidewalk clean up in the downtown area
Signage assembly, equipment maintenance, and brush and debris removal
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Must be at least 16 years of age.
Some positions require possess a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License, or equivalent out-of-state driver's license.
Some positions do not require a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License, or equivalent out-of-state driver's license.
Other: Applicants selected for these positions must be available to work flexible hours when needed, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to work in all weather and temperature conditions.
City of Saint Paul
200 City Hall Annex
Saint Paul, Ramsey, Minnesota 55101
US
