About the position
The Parks Clerk position at the City of Mt. Juliet is a part-time role designed to support the care, maintenance, and operations of park facilities and grounds. This position involves a variety of semi-skilled duties and specialized projects as assigned, contributing to the overall recreational programs offered by the city. The Parks Clerk will work under the general administrative direction of the Parks Director and Parks Coordinator, ensuring compliance with the City of Mt. Juliet Policy and Procedures Manual. Given that this department operates seven days a week, the Parks Clerk will be required to work varied shifts, including nights and weekends, to meet the needs of the community. In this role, the Parks Clerk will assist in planning, organizing, and initiating diverse recreational programs suitable for all age groups. Responsibilities include coordinating and monitoring activities at various sites such as community centers, greenways, parks, playgrounds, and gyms. The position also requires the operation of light-duty machinery, including all-terrain vehicles, and office equipment for tasks such as answering phones, scheduling events, and managing monetary transactions for park facility usage. The Parks Clerk will participate in the setup and teardown of special events, oversee gymnasium activities, and conduct routine checks and cleaning of park facilities. The role demands a proactive approach to maintaining park facilities, ensuring they are safe and welcoming for the community. The Parks Clerk will also be involved in maintaining records related to work, time, and materials, and will perform other duties as assigned by the Parks Director or Parks Coordinator.
Responsibilities
- Adhere and comply with the City of Mt. Juliet Policy and Procedures Manual.
- Assist in the planning, organization, and initiation of diverse recreational programs appropriate for all age groups.
- Coordinate and monitor programs and activities conducted at community centers, greenways, parks, playgrounds, gyms, and other sites.
- Operate light-duty machinery such as all-terrain vehicles, including gators and four-wheelers.
- Operate office equipment, including answering phones, directing calls, taking messages, and scheduling events for the community center.
- Receive and record monies for usage of park facilities.
- Participate in the coordination, setup, and teardown of special event activities, with the ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
- Oversee gymnasium activities.
- Participate in routine checks of parks/playgrounds and routine cleaning of bathrooms, including mopping and trash pickup.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Previous experience preferred in recreation, marketing, or a similar field.
- General working knowledge of computers and office equipment.
- Ability to operate small all-terrain vehicles such as gators/four-wheelers.
- Ability to perform a variety of routine park maintenance duties.
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
Nice-to-haves
- Previous experience in customer service (1 year preferred).
Benefits
- Employee assistance program
