PARK ASSISTANT duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Assists with the overall supervision, operation, and maintenance of assigned major park sites.

Park Facility Maintenance and Management

·          Performs and manages maintenance including, but not limited to, trash collection and disposal, shrub trimming, edging, raking, sweeping, power washing, painting, mowing, weed eating, athletic field preparation and custodial services.

·          Clean and inspect park office, picnic tables, grills, playground equipment, trails, and restroom buildings, to ensure a safe, clean, and attractive park environment.

·          Conduct inspections of various park amenities to include playgrounds, skate parks, vert ramps, outdoor fitness equipment, shelters, grounds, volleyball courts, horseshoe pits and basketball courts, maintenance equipment and facility buildings.

·          Inform and discuss with supervisor park maintenance and operational issues.

·          Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to always ensure good conditions.

·          Assist with maintaining inventory of tools, equipment, vehicles, and cleaning supplies. Assist other city personnel with landscape maintenance, environmental projects, volunteer projects, etc.

·          Assist with supervising approximately 1-8 part-time or temporary staff at multiple park sites to include hire, schedule, evaluate, and discipline.

·          Monitor and assist with daily work assignments of staff, community service workers and volunteers.

·          Assist with training park employees in the use and care of maintenance tools, power equipment, utility vehicles, and city vehicles to ensure safe use Park/Outdoor Facility Operation

·          Report major park rule infractions and issues to supervisor to ensure a safe park environment is maintained at all times.

·          Assist with shelter reservations and work with event organizers conducting events in the park

·          Responsible for attending on-site meetings to ensure that events are planned for park design and capacity.

·          Monitor the use of recreation equipment and amenities by patrons to ensure it is being used in a safe and correct manner.

·          Issues sports equipment for general public recreational use

·          Practice's workplace safety

·          Manage and operate skate park and vert ramp, including the educational enforcement of all applicable rules and regulations.

·          Explain City and department policies regarding conduct while on City Park property with violators to clarify misunderstandings.

Administrative

·          Responsible for timely and accurate review and submission of time sheets.

·          Assist with monitoring capital improvement projects.

·          Monitor shelter reservations and permits daily via ActiveNet database to ensure site is prepared for group.

Our Commitment

Work with the best - work for Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation! Join our team and contribute to our 60+ year track record of providing legendary experiences! We are dedicated to promoting healthy lifestyles and protecting our environment. We ensure all residents – regardless of their physical, social, and economic circumstances – can access our programs. By providing enriching and memorable lifelong experiences, we strive to enhance the quality of life for our community by improving the physical and mental well-being of our residents.

Are you…

· Able to keep a positive attitude and foster excellence through your actions, words, and appearance? Personable and genuine with your communication- both written and verbal?

· Someone who seeks opportunity to learn and understand the experience of others, creating a collaborative environment for all voices to be heard? Able to embrace differences and individuality to encourage inclusion? Willing to listen with an open mind?

· A problem solver who can work through sticking points and difficult conversations, holding yourself and team members to the highest standards of accountability?

· Able to find opportunities in challenges, no matter how difficult, finding creative solutions?

 · Able to model sustainable practices to ensure an environmental conscious and productive culture (Ex: Recycle, reduce waste, optimize resources, and improve processes)?

 · Going to take ownership of your time with the department and strive for excellence?

 THEN WE WANT YOU TO JOIN OUR TEAM!

 The P&R Employee Experience

 At Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation, our success is because of our dedicated employees. We are intentional about creating an employee experience where you are empowered to reach your full potential, are supported through strength-based initiatives, and are confident in your abilities. We champion a workplace culture built on our cultural foundations: Professionalism, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, and Citizenship. These guiding principles of behavior cultivate a positive and high performing work environment. Success is recognized and celebrated, and legendary experiences are the core of who we are.

 Full Time Perks –

 Employees who are new to the Virginia Retirement System are eligible for:

 · 14 full day paid holiday, and one half-day paid holiday.

· Annual Leave and Sick Leave

· Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Coverage

· Legal and Identity Theft Protection

· Virginia Retirement System (VRS) Hybrid Retirement Plan & Basic Life Insurance

· Commonwealth of Virginia 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (COV457)

· Hybrid 457 Cash Match

· Virginia Local Disability Program (VLDP) – Income Replacement (Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Long-Term Care)

· Life Insurance

· Wellness Programs

· Employee Assistance Program / Work-Life Services

· Paid Maternity/Paternity/Parental Care Leave