Seasonal Park Worker- Natural Resources (8 mo.) Salary $17.00 - $17.25 Hourly Location Johnson County Conservation Dept FW Kent Park Oxford, IA Job Type Seasonal Job Number 00827 Department Conservation Opening Date 02/03/2025 Closing Date 5/1/2025 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits Definition & Duties Under general supervision as a manual laborer and limited skill equipment operator engaging in a wide range of conservation and other outdoor recreation maintenance and construction activities. Work with a lead person, though may be called upon to work on job assignments without direct supervision and being guided only by general job instructions. Perform related work such as preventive maintenance functions on equipment. This position may require work on Saturdays and Sundays. Knowledge of & Ability to + Operation of small equipment and mowers, and the preventive maintenance of such equipment + Basic knowledge of Iowa native plants and their care + Basic safe work practices + English language to include grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary and punctuation Ability to: + Learn operation of technical equipment + Operate assigned equipment skillfully, safely and in conformance with manufacturer’s recommendations + Represent Johnson County and perform duties in a professional, responsible and trustworthy manner + Operate a variety of equipment, such as but not limited to manual shift pickup trucks, large riding mowers, push mowers, other small turf equipment, and small tractors, and small power tools. + Understand and follow oral and written instructions + Perform manual labor (moderate to heavy) for extended periods of time + Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and members of the public + Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors and proactively managing biases + Work outdoors in unfavorable weather conditions + Handle low to moderate levels of stress, meet deadlines and solve problems appropriate to the position + Have clarity of speech, hearing, and writing which permits effective communication + Have sufficient vision which permits light production and review of a wide variety of materials + Have sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and hand tools with moderate to heavy use and make handwritten notations + Lift, move, carry, push and/or pull up to approximately 50 to 100 pounds + Stand, sit, bend, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, twist, reach, crouch and crawl + Have sufficient personal mobility necessary to complete field work + Occasionally carry out duties with limited supervision + Work on weekends as needed Minimum Education, Training & Experience & Special Requirements Eighth grade or equivalent. Grounds maintenance related experience preferred. Special requirements: Possession of a valid driver’s license and insurable under county liability coverage. Must be 17 years old and provide proof of age or be at least 18 years old. Must pass background check. Specific Duties to be performed satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. + Perform grounds maintenance. + Pick up garbage and litter. + Clean toilets, shelters, and other park facilities. + Wash vehicles and other equipment. + Rake leaves; pull or cut weeds. + Seed grass and plant trees/shrubs. + Perform minor building and fence repairs. + Paint and stain as needed. + Put up signs and maintain roads. + Assist with special projects such as the installation and maintenance of culverts. + Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with JCCB policies, procedures and safety practices. + Attend work regularly at the designated place and time. Resume and Cover Letter preferred For questions regarding this position, please contact Ethan Hochstein at ehochstein@johnsoncountyiowa.gov Employee Benefits The following is a summary of benefits for full-time, non-bargaining County employees. Benefits, privileges and duties for employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement may vary depending on specific contract provisions. Compensation Employees serve a six-month probationary period and are eligible for meritorious performance compensation increases based upon performance evaluations. Across the board compensation increases are considered by the Board of Supervisors, and are made effective July 1 annually. Vacation + During 1st through 4th years: 3 working weeks + During 4th through 9th years: 4 working weeks + During 9th through 19th years: 5 working weeks + During 19th or later years: 6 working weeks Holidays 12 paid holidays per year plus 2 personal holidays: + New Year's Day + Martin Luther King's Birthday + President's Day + Memorial Day + Independence Day + Juneteenth + Labor Day + Veteran's Day + Thanksgiving Day and day after + Christmas + Floating Christmas holiday Sick Leave Accrues at the rate of 18 days per year on a per-pay period basis to a maximum accrual of 120 days. After accumulation of 90 sick days, employees may convert sick leave to vacation on a 4:1 basis. Parental Leave A paid two-week (80 hour) paid parental leave is provided to full-time benefit eligible parents to allow for child bonding time. This includes child's birth, adoption, placement in the home or court appointed guardianship. Wellness Program Voluntary wellness activities, screenings, educational opportunities and incentives are offered throughout the year for employees and their families. Employee Assistance Program Employees and their families may contact Synchrony for free EAP counseling and referral services. Health Care Coverage Eligible employees may elect health care coverage the first of the month following one full month of employment. + Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Iowa is the third party administrator for this self-funded plan + PPO with 90/10 in-network and 80/20 out-of-network co-insurance; $275 deductible single or $550 deductible family; $1000 out-of-pocket maximum single or $2000 out -of-pocket maximum family + Single coverage is $32/month for eligible full-time employees; family coverage is $112.00/month. Dental Care Coverage Eligible employees may elect dental care coverage the first of the month following one full month of employment. Single coverage is paid by the County for eligible full-time employees; family coverage is a cost between the County and employee. Vision Care Coverage Eligible employees may elect vision care coverage the first of the month following one full month of employment. Single coverage is paid by the County for eligible full-time employees; family coverage is a cost between the County and employee. Flexible Spending Eligible employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for out-of-pocket health, dental and vision expenses that are not reimbursable through another source. Employees may also set aside pre-tax dollars for dependent care expenses. Life Insurance Eligible full-time employees are covered after 60 days of employment. Coverage is 1 times annualized compensation rounded up to the nearest thousand in group term life insurance and AD&D. Max covered salary $100,000. *Supplemental Life Insurance The County offers to all benefit-eligible employees additional life insurance coverage that may be purchased for employees, spouses and children at guarantee basis. Long-Term Disability Eligible full-time employees are covered after 60 days of employment. County provides up to 2 years of long term disability coverage at 66 2/3% of the employees wages as a result of injury, sickness or pregnancy; employees may opt to purchase additional coverage. IPERS Iowa Public Employee Retirement System is a mandatory defined benefit retirement plan designed to supplement both Social Security and private savings. Non law-enforcement employees contribute 6.29% and the County contributes 9.44%. Deferred Compensation (457) A deferred compensation plan is offered that provides tax advantages and an additional means in which to save for retirement with an easy payroll deduction. Employees may select from several companies offering deferred compensation. The County will match up to $40/biweekly, and employees are vested on day 1. Discounted Bus Pass Full-time and part-time employees are eligible to purchase discounted bus passes for Iowa City Transit and Coralville Transit for commuting to/from their jobs as Johnson County employees. Bus pass availability is subject to available funds and continuation of the program. Johnson County is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities and elderly are encouraged to apply. Employer Johnson County Address 913 S Dubuque St Suite 103 Iowa City, Iowa, 52240 Phone 319-356-6003 Website https://www.johnsoncountyiowa.gov/ Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email