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Recreation Assistant-Part time; Therapeutic Recreation –SOMERSET COUNTY PARK COMMISSION, BRIDGEWATER, NJ
Assist children, teens, and adults with developmental disabilities with instruction of skills in a variety of recreation activities during assigned programs. Implement directions given by program supervisor; actively assist during the assigned activity. Assist with transporting participants in Park Commission vehicles which includes driving participants and aiding on vehicles. Recreation Assistants must be a minimum of 18 years of age, possess a valid driver's license, and be able to perform the responsibilities of the job. Please email resume to dmumgelter@scparks.org or call (908)722-1200. EOE
SEASONAL MAINTENANCE WORKERS – SOMERSET COUNTY PARK COMMISSION
The Somerset County Park Commission is accepting applications for seasonal maintenance workers at various locations throughout Somerset County. Experience with hand tools and landscaping equipment a plus. Applicants must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to take written and oral direction from supervisory staff. Work week is Monday through Friday and some weekends and holidays. Must possess valid driver’s license. The starting rate is $10.00 per hour. Please call (908) 722-1200 for an application or visit our website at www.somersetcountyparks.org EOE
RECREATION DIRECTOR - MENDHAM TOWNSHIP, NJ
Seeking a full or part-time Recreation Director responsible for planning, promotion and administration of all recreational activities including sports programs, classes, ski club and special events. The director will be required to prepare budgets, schedule fields and attend and facilitate Recreation Committee meetings, special meetings and other community events. We are seeking an enthusiastic, hands on candidate with strong organizational skills and the ability to communicate with all age groups. Excellent marketing and social media skills are a must. Mendham Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Submit resume with cover letter indicating salary requirements to: Township Administrator, P.O. Box 520, 2 West Main Street Brookside, NJ 07926 or email to dbonanno@mendhamtownship.org.
Ad Posted: December 19, 2018
Gardener-Designer – MORRIS COUNTY (NJ) PARK COMMISSION
Seeking a full-time Gardener-Designer. Employees in this position are responsible for maintaining assigned garden areas to the highest degree of horticultural standards as well as supervising subordinate staff with activities related to the design, installation and maintenance of seasonal and permanent plant displays. Individuals should have a strong demonstrated ability in landscape design and aesthetics, as well as a strong working knowledge of a variety of annual, perennial, herbaceous, woody, bulb, and tropical plants. This position is based at the Frelinghuysen Arboretum but will be utilized at the park systems other horticultural sites Willowwood Arboretum and Bamboo Brook and facilities. Work is approximately 70% gardening / 30% designing.
Essential functions include but are not limited to:
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Designs, plants and maintains a variety of seasonal and permanent display gardens and container plantings, with annuals, perennials, bulbs, herbaceous, woody and tropical plants.
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Sources, selects and orders appropriate supplies & plant materials while working within a defined budget.
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Supervises and participates in the installation and care of designed plantings resulting in high quality gardens and grounds for public enjoyment and to enhance facility rental revenue potential.
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Produces professional planting design drawings by hand (or with computer design software, if available) and maintains all associated plant records in coordination with the Horticultural Plant Records program.
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Works with members of the Horticulture Education department to develop planting designs and gardens that supplement horticultural classes and programs.
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Trains and supervises staff in the maintenance of annuals, perennials, vines, shrubs, tropical plants, and trees in accordance with the horticulture standards of the Morris County Park Commission.
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Performs horticultural tasks such as, but not limited to, soil preparation, planting, weeding, staking, deadheading, watering, fertilizing and mulching.
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Applies pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers and maintains associated application records as required.
Minimum: A two-year Associate’s degree in Horticulture, Landscape Design, or a related field; 3-years’ work as a professional gardener or groundskeeper; 1-year’s experience supervising a staff making landscape plantings in a public garden; landscape contracting, or related industry; a portfolio of original garden designs and installations; the ability to identify woody, herbaceous, and annual landscape plants; and the ability to obtain NJ Pesticide Operator License.
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Valid New Jersey Driver’s license.
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Applicants must pass Horticultural Design Foreman test to be eligible for this position.
Salary: $54,109.00 plus Benefits.
Please visit http://morrisparks.net/index.php/commission/employment/ for full job description (apply for horticultural display foreman position) and additional information regarding the Park Commission. Applicants must download the employment application and submit with cover letter and resume to employment@morrisparks.net. No phone calls please.
The Morris County Park Commission is an equal opportunity employer. Deadline: until filled.
Ad Posted: December 19, 2018
Maintenance Manager - Essex County
The County of Essex is seeking a full time Maintenance Manager. The manager is responsible for the administration and coordination of all maintenance functions within the South Mountain Recreation Complex, including daily operations, preventative maintenance, and project management. The manager is responsible for the overall implementation and effectiveness of assigned maintenance and operation programs; and coordinates maintenance activities. The Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex covers 35+ acres, including Turtle Back Zoo, Codey Arena, Treetop Adventure Ropes Course, Safari Min-Golf Course, waterfront paddleboats, two playgrounds, two parking decks, and a 1.7 miles recreational walking path. The successful candidate must have substantial experience and knowledge in coordinating and managing various facilities
Qualifications include but are not limited to the following:
- 1. Significant experience in principles, practices, and methods of Public Park and open space administration.
- 2. Coordinate and direct a park maintenance staff to complete daily maintenance routines.
- 3. Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff; perform related assignments as necessary.
- 4. Understand, interpret, and apply general and specific administrative and departmental policies and procedures as well as applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws and regulations.
- 5. Operate and use modern office equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet operations.
- 6. Plan and organize work to meet changing priorities and deadlines.
- 7. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Examples of Duties:
- · Plans and supervises operation and maintenance activities of the Essex County South Mountain Reservation.
- · Develops and recommends operations and maintenance policies and procedures and utilization of staff and equipment.
- · Selects and evaluates personnel, and plans and conducts staff training and development programs.
- · Makes periodic inspections to insure effectiveness of maintenance and operations activities.
- · Directly supervises specialized maintenance activities.
- · Assists in long range planning of maintenance and operations programs, inclusive of both buildings and grounds.
- · Develops and implements operating standards and procedures.
- · Coordinates the maintenance activities between facilities within the Essex County Park System, other County departments, and the general public.
- · Prepares correspondence, reports and other written materials.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience plus valid NJ Pesticide Operator/Applicator License is preferred. Must be available weekends, evenings and holidays. Excellent benefits package. Qualified applicants must email resume to Robert Jackson, Director of Human Resources – rjackson@admin.essexcountynj.org.
Ad Posted: December 4, 2018
Full Time Ice Rink Zamboni Driver / Maintenance Worker, CODEY ARENA, COUNTY OF ESSEX DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION, AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS
Responsible for driving / operating the Zamboni machine by following procedures to ensure the highest quality ice maintenance for the safety of all customers. Would also be responsible for assisting with the cleaning and maintenance of the machines, equipment and the overall facility. Reports to Arena Director, Manager
Key Responsibilities:
1. Must be available to a shift schedule that includes working nights, early mornings, weekends and holidays.
2. Drives and operates the Zamboni according to all safety guidelines during scheduled shifts.
3. Responsible for making ice as assigned according to the ice rink schedule and the general maintenance of the ice surface during shifts using the edger machine.
4. Responsible for monitoring the ice and equipment for any problems and notifying management regarding any issues.
5. Responsible for assisting with general maintenance and cleaning of the facility which includes: restrooms, sweeping floors, removing trash, cleaning of locker rooms, benches, and stands as needed.
6. Complete daily compressor logs, maintenance log and shift report.
7. Assume any additional responsibilities as required.
Salary based on experience for full or part time positions.
Requirements:
Must possess a valid NJ Driver’s license.
NOTE: Must be available to work weekends, morning, evenings & holidays. Excellent benefits package. Any qualified applicants should email their resume to:
ROBERT JACKSON, Director of Human Resources – rjackson@admin.essexcountynj.org
Ad Posted: November 15, 2018
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