PARK SPECIALIST

Position Number: 22091782 

Location: Lake Chicot State Park -PT61

County: Chicot

Anticipated Starting Salary: $14.00 per hour 

Lake Chicot State Park is looking to hire 5 lifeguards for the upcoming Summer season.

This is an extra help or part-time position with rate of pay - $14 per hour.

Lifeguards are responsible for maintaining a safe swimming environment by enforcing all rules and regulations of the pool and surrounding areas. Lifeguards are also responsible for monitoring the pool facilities for potential hazards or unsafe conditions, providing first aid to patrons, custodial duties in maintaining the pool facilities, taking entry fees and selling concessions to guests. This position requires weekend and holiday work.

Applicants must meet or exceed the following qualifications: The applicant must be 16 years of age and possess or be willing to obtain Red Cross Lifeguard Certification. Depending on the position, a valid Arkansas driver's license is required. Some positions are required to undergo a criminal background check and or safe driving check. Other job-related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements, except for certification or licensure requirements, upon approval of the qualifications review committee. 

The Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism has three major divisions: Arkansas State Parks, Arkansas Heritage and Arkansas Tourism. Arkansas State Parks manages 52 state parks and promotes Arkansas as a tourist destination for people around the country. Arkansas Heritage preserves and promotes Arkansas’s natural and cultural history and heritage through four historic museums and four cultural preservation agencies. Arkansas Tourism improves the state’s economy by generating travel and enhancing the image of the state.

Position Information

Job Series: Parks – Career Path

Classification: Park Specialist

Class Code: RPA16P

Pay Grade: SGS02

Salary Range: $35,610- $52,703

Job Summary

The Park Specialist is responsible for assisting in the daily maintenance, visitor services, and conservation efforts within Arkansas state parks. This role ensures that park facilities, landscapes, and public areas are well-maintained, safe, and accessible for visitors. The Park Specialist also provides customer service, educates guests on park regulations, and supports recreation programs to enhance the overall visitor experience.

Primary Responsibilities

Receives and confirms room reservations via telephone, accepts advance credit card deposits, and manages front desk operations. Mails room confirmations, deposit receipts, and refund forms to guests. Greets and registers guests, assigns rooms, and ensures a smooth check-in process. Answers inquiries and provides information on hotel services, guest registration, travel directions, and local tourist attractions. Maintains accurate guest account records and posts charges accordingly. Totals and balances the cash register with recorded receipts, identifying and reconciling discrepancies. Compiles daily activity and transaction reports. May sell gift items, maintain office supply inventories, conduct security checks of the lodge and grounds, and assign tasks to custodial staff. Receives, transfers, displays, and promotes merchandise. Opens and closes facilities, prepares deposits, and assists with daily operational reporting. Processes merchandise orders and collaborates with vendors to obtain requested items. Monitors and coordinates inventory activities, prepares inventory orders, and maintains data in relevant databases. Verifies inventory records and ensures accurate tracking of supplies and equipment. Ensures the assigned facility is clean, organized, and meets housekeeping standards. Performs monetary transactions and operates a cash register as needed. May serve as a lead worker by training and guiding staff, setting work plans and deadlines, providing instructions, and reviewing completed tasks for accuracy and compliance. May be assigned accounting-related duties, including financial reporting and transaction processing. Provide friendly and informative customer service to park visitors, answering questions about park features, rules, and activities. Enforce park policies and regulations to ensure public safety and proper park usage. Report safety hazards and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. Help enforce emergency protocols during severe weather conditions or incidents. Support special events and recreation programs by setting up and assisting as needed.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of basic bookkeepin