PINE TRACE PARK- PARKS OPERATIONS AIDE - PT - ALL APPLICANTS

PINE TRACE PARK- PARKS OPERATIONS AIDE - PT - ALL APPLICANTS

Salary

$16.05 Hourly

Location

Summerville, SC, SC

Job Type

PART-TIME

Job Number

02445

Department

Parks and Recreation

Opening Date

07/30/2026

Closing Date

8/5/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

Under the direct supervision of Park Management, the DCPRD Park Operations Aide will perform various duties at park facilities operated by Dorchester County Parks and Recreation Department. This is to include, but not limited to day-to-day management, staff supervision, providing information to the public, performing administrative duties, and customer service. This position requires early morning/late night, weekend and holiday work.

This post has been extended.

Duties

General Responsibilities

• Assists in the day-to-day operation of assigned park facilities.
• Supervises and assists Park Attendants in the performance of their duties.
• Communicates with supervisors and coworkers on a regular basis regarding park operations status or issues.
• Works with other divisions and staff as applicable to maintain efficient operations.
• Responds to special requests, complaints, and suggestions from park visitors in an effective manner.

Office Responsibilities

• Conducts attendance/revenue data collection.
• Responsible for completing daily deposits of revenues generated.
• Operates a register and computer software applications, takes reservations, and conducts pass sales.
• Assists in the development and implementation of ongoing staff training and incentive programs.
• Assists in the ordering, merchandising, and inventory control of retail items.
• Submits written or oral reports as needed to include, but not limited to: incident reports, inventory reports, weekly progress report, cash control incident reports and revenue reports.

Grounds/Activities Responsibilities

• Responsible for the cleanliness and general upkeep of park facilities.
• Participates in the set up/breakdown and implementation of park special events.
• Ensures that all activities and operations are conducted in accordance with established procedures and policies.
• Enforces rules, safety regulations and general facility rules for the visitors. Notifies proper authorities regarding violations or safety concerns.
• Responds to and take appropriate action and care in emergency or unusual situations. Notifies proper authorities as required.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

Candidates must be at least 17 years of age. Must attend and successfully complete all training programs

deemed necessary by DCPRD.

Additional Requirements

Must possess a valid state driver's license. First aid and CPR certification preferred.

Permanent part-time employees are eligible for benefits under the South Carolina Retirement System.

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The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers or copy and paste the same answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.

• Yes
• No

02

Are you at least 17 years of age?

• YES
• NO

03

Are you able to work a flexible schedule during the week and weekend?

• YES
• NO

04

Do you possess a valid state drivers license?

• YES
• NO

05

In order to be qualified for this position, you must be detail oriented and able to multi-task. Do you feel that you possess these traits?

• Yes
• No

06

You must be able to deal with difficult customers in a professional manner. Do you feel that you possess these traits?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have experience working in Parks and Recreation? If yes, please explain.

08

Do you currently work for Dorchester County Government?

• Yes
• No

09

Please provide an explanation for any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer. Indicate N/A if you have not experienced any periods of unemployment, if so, indicate timeframe of unemployment under work history.

Required Question

Employer Dorchester County

Address 201 Johnston Street

St. George, South Carolina, 29477

Phone 843-832-1640

Website http://www.dorchestercountysc.gov