The Mecosta County Park Commission currently is accepting applications for seasonal employment opportunities.
Positions begin in mid-April and end mid-October. All employees will be working with the public and assisting park guests. Customer service skills are a prerequisite for all positions.
All hourly park positions will be expected to work weekends and holidays, possibly 6 days per week, not normally to exceed 40 hours per week.
The Mecosta County Park Commission has adopted the Mecosta County Board of Commissioners' “Drug Free Work Place Policy.” Each employee must sign and adhere to the policy.
Office Ranger Typical/Essential Duties:
- Must have full knowledge of the campground office, which includes utilizing a computer to register campers, selling of vehicle and/or boat ramp permits, taking phone messages, etc.
- Must have knowledge of the rules and regulations to assist in the total operations of the park area.
- Handles minor complaints whether in campground office or in park area, such as barking dogs, facilities out of order, maintenance problems, etc. Must be able to use tact at all times when dealing with the public.
- Keeps park office in a clean and orderly fashion at all times.
- May be required to do some restroom cleaning.
- Performs other duties as assigned by Park Manager or Asst. Park Manager.
- Must Weight Lifting Limit: all employees be able to lift at least 35#.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and the level of work being performed by people assigned this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list. This position also includes any and all jobs/duties assigned by the Superintendent and his/her designate.
As a potential employee for the Mecosta County Park Commission, it must be understood that the nature of the position may require you, temporarily or permanently, to work in another park and may be transferred to that park at any time.
