Park Attendant - Part Time

October 17, 2026

This is a combination of labor and public relations work. The employee in this class is responsible for the upkeep of the Madison County Nature Trail. Works under the supervision of the Park Manager in the maintenance of park grounds and facilities. Greets visitors to the park, answering questions, and supplying information. The employee works with relative independence on routine matters. (All duties listed may not be included in any one position nor does the list include all tasks found in a position of this class.)<ul style="padding: 0 0 0 40px; margin: 0 0 3pt; color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: left; text-indent: 0"><li style="padding: 0; margin: 0">Clean buildings, pick up trash and maintain bathrooms in a clean condition.</li><li style="padding: 0; margin: 0">Distributes supplies as necessary.</li><li style="padding: 0; margin: 0">Provides security during operating hours, by patrolling and securing assets of The Nature Trail.</li><li style="padding: 0; margin: 0">This employee must meet and greet visitors to the park, answer questions, and provide helpful information and instructions.</li><li style="padding: 0; margin: 0">Must be able to work late evenings, weekends, and Holidays.</li><li style="padding: 0; margin: 0">The employee is responsible for making reservations, collecting money for donations/fishing permits, and issuing receipts.</li><li style="padding: 0; margin: 0">Performs other duties directed by the Park Manager.</li></ul>Education and Experience <ul style="padding: 0 0 0 40px; margin: 0 0 3pt; color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: left; text-indent: 0"><li style="padding: 0; margin: 0">Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from a standard high school. </li><li style="padding: 0; margin: 0">Some general instruction and knowledge of the natural features of parks and nature trails.</li></ul>Knowledge, Skill, and Ability<ul style="padding: 0 0 0 40px; margin: 0 0 3pt; color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: left; text-indent: 0"><li style="padding: 0; margin: 0">Ability to meet and deal effectively with the general public. </li><li style="padding: 0; margin: 0">Ability to exercise good judgment in any situation which may arise.</li></ul>Physical Requirements<ul style="padding: 0 0 0 40px; margin: 0 0 3pt; color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: left; text-indent: 0"><li style="padding: 0; margin: 0">Frequently moves items weighing up to 25 pounds from one area to another.</li><li style="padding: 0; margin: 0">Must be able to work in outdoor weather conditions.</li><li style="padding: 0; margin: 0">Needs to be able to position oneself to stoop, kneel, or crawl on occasion.</li><li style="padding: 0; margin: 0">Must be able to observe their surroundings.</li><li style="padding: 0; margin: 0">Must be able to communicate effectively.</li></ul>Schedule<ul><li>Hours varied, but required weekends</li><li>16-29 hours per week</li></ul> <div style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-indent: 0; text-align: center"> To be considered for this position, all applicants must complete the employment application in full. </div><div style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-indent: 0; text-align: center"> Madison County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.</div><div style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-indent: 0; text-align: center">Madison County is a drug-free workplace and conducts drug and alcohol testing.</div>

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