Seasonal Parks Staff

Posting number: 2026-SPS07

Department: Public Works

Division: Parks and Recreation

Job classification: Seasonal Parks Staff

Posting type: Open

Categories: Parks and Recreation, Parks

Summary

These are temporary, seasonal positions which will end September/October.

 

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must successfully submit a completed application prior to the posting deadline. Applications submitted with incomplete or missing education and/or work experience sections will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed. These applicants will be disqualified from consideration. The attachment of a resume to the application does not fulfill this requirement and will not prevent incomplete applications from being rejected. Education and work experience fields must be completed, regardless of the presence of an attached resume.

 

Once the posting closes, all applications will be reviewed. The information provided on the application will be utilized to determine whether or not each applicant meets the Minimum Requirements for this position as noted in the Job Description. We encourage all applicants to provide a comprehensive, concise history of their education, certification, licensing, and employment history. Please read the Minimum Requirements thoroughly and then demonstrate that you meet these requirements on your application.

 

For questions regarding this posting, please contact Sherry Christman, Human Resources Analyst at schristman@norcopa.gov or 610-829-6382.

 

Equal Employment Opportunities – It is the policy of Northampton County to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, sex, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability, or any other status protected by the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state, federal, or local law.

Examples of duties

GENERAL PURPOSE
The Seasonal Parks Staff position is responsible for the general maintenance, cleaning, and regular safety inspections of the grounds and equipment associated with County owned lands and facilities.

The regular shift for this position will include weekdays, weekends, and holidays. The Division will be flexible with shifts of job assignments. The Parks, Recreation, & Conservation division has reservations, events, and other duties that require this position to be available seven (7) days a week.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
This position reports to, and receives direction from, the Parks Recreation Specialist, Parks Foreman, Lead Groundskeeper, and the Parks, Recreation & Conservation Administrator.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
This position is not responsible for the supervision of other employees or functions.  
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE POSITION
Provides quality service for guests at all County owned properties, sponsored or supported programs, and events. Seasonal Parks Staff are expected to be diplomatic and patient.

Performs general maintenance duties such as cleaning grounds, paths, equipment, lawns, restrooms, and open areas. This includes trash removal/pick-up and/or moving picnic tables and equipment.

Checks reservation permits and confirms reservation details (day/rental). Welcomes, cleans up, and inspects reservation area prior to and after event.

Enforces all facility and safety rules and regulations. Completes inspection forms as assigned. Promptly completes and maintains damage and/or nuisance reports. Identifies and calls for assistance when emergencies arise.

Responsible for blocking off full parking areas, unsafe areas, etc.

Operates light vehicles, large mowers, small grass cutting/hedge trimming machinery, power tools, and other specialized seasonal maintenance equipment as assigned. Uses hand and power equipment to trim grass around trees, fences, and structures. Prunes trees and shrubs.

Rakes leaves, picks up litter, and keeps areas tidy and in good appearance. Clears ditches and removes brush from trails and pathways.

Waters, cultivates, and trims lawns, shrubs, flowers, trees, and other plantings. Plants trees, shrubs, and flowers. May perform hand mulching and hand weeding.

Assists with construction and landscape projects.

*An employee assigned to this title shall perform a majority