GATE KEEPER (SEASONAL)
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND PARKS
CITY OF WORCESTER

The City of Worcester seeks qualified applicants for a Gate Keeper for the Parks Division within Department of Public Works and Parks. Under the direction of the Head Gate Keeper, the position duties involve general tasks within the City of Worcester Parks system; to include pool attendant, trash cleanups, distribution of meals with the summer food program, assisting with summer special events within the City of Worcester and/or assigned to a site for the duration of the summer.

Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS:

• Maintain daily attendance records and welcome guest to facility
• Participation in routine cleaning, cleaning equipment, and trash removal
• Complete incident/accident report forms to be submitted to Direct Supervisor
• Assist with opening and closing the facility
• Inspect facility areas and report any problems to the maintenance or to Direct Supervisor

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to address issues promptly, advise management of problems or concerns, violations, and areas for improvement related to policies and procedures
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with other personnel and the public
• Ability to enforce facility rules and regulations firmly, tactfully, and impartially
• Ability to perform manual tasks requiring some physical exertion
• Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds to a height of 40 inches

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience with performing custodial work
• Experience with daily record keeping
• Experience with working with the public
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to pass CORI/ SORI background check

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• American Red Cross First-Aid & CPR/AED Certification

STARTING SALARY: $15.00 per hour, seasonal, non-benefitted

To apply, please visit: to complete the employment application form or send the employment application to: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. OPEN UNTIL FILLED, applications received prior to or on FRIDAY, MARCH 22, 2024, will receive preference. Preference is given to Worcester residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Direct inquiries to: City Hall, Human Resources, Room 109, 508-799-1030, .