The Town of East Hartford is hiring Rangers for the upcoming summer season.
Department: Parks and Recreation -Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation or their designee, Rangers are responsible for patrolling Town parks and recreational facilities while ensuring that all policies governing facility use are followed. Additional duties include maintaining attendance records, identifying and reporting safety hazards, collaborating with Town staff to address safety concerns, and collecting fees when required for facility use and programs.
Hours
This is a part-time position with work hours scheduled during normal Town facility operations, as well as after-hours and weekends for community events.
The Town of East Hartford proudly stands as an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a work environment free from discrimination. We firmly uphold the principles of equality, ensuring that all individuals are treated fairly without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Our commitment to inclusivity and diversity is unwavering, and we enthusiastically encourage applicants from all walks of life to join our team.
Opens and secures facilities scheduled for public use. Assists with parking automobiles at Parks and Recreation events. Enforces department policies by checking residency identification, verifying permits, and prohibiting the use of alcoholic beverages on park property.
Example of Duties (Illustrative Only):
• Opens and secures facilities designated for public use.
• Assists with parking at Town events.
• Enforces department policies, including checking residency identification, reviewing permits, and ensuring that alcoholic beverages are not brought onto park property.
High school diploma.
The following physical and mental standards are required to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position:
Mobility: Frequent walking throughout parks and recreational facilities; occasional kneeling, crouching, pushing, and pulling of materials and equipment; occasional reaching above and below desk level.
Lifting:Frequent lifting of papers, files, and materials up to 10 pounds; occasional lifting and carrying of equipment and other items up to 25 pounds.
Visual Requirements: Frequent use of vision necessary to read files, documents, computer screens, and perform close-up work.
Hearing/Talking: Frequent hearing and speaking, both in person and by telephone.
Emotional/Psychological Factors: Frequent interaction with others, including extensive contact with the public; frequent deadlines and time-sensitive assignments.
Work Environment:
Work is primarily performed outdoors at Town parks, recreational facilities, and other municipal properties. While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be exposed to varying weather conditions and must be able to work in outdoor environments for extended periods.
General Guidelines:
The duties listed above are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.