Temp Seasonal - Grounds and Operations Specialist Salary $18.88 Hourly
Location: City of Spokane, WA Job Type: Temp- Seasonal Job Number: 2025-00627 Department: Parks - Riverfront/Entertainment
TEMP SEASONAL Opening Date: 01/07/2026 Closing Date: 12/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Description Benefits Questions
CLASS SUMMARY JOIN THE SPOKANE CITY PARKS DEPARTMENT AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY!
The Grounds and Operations Specialist is responsible for special event support, general upkeep of facilities, greenspaces and hardscapes as assigned. This position is located at Riverfront Park, Spokane's premier park in the heart of the city. Your contributions will provide a valuable service to our community, and your efforts will help to maintain effective environmental stewardship of our magnificent Riverfront Park and the surrounding area.
As a Riverfront Park employee, you will be part of a valued team where your contributions make a positive daily impact. Our valued employees receive ongoing training to enhance your skill and provide opportunities for upward mobility. As a team member, you will also receive a bus pass, flexible schedule options and the ability to enjoy concerts and events held at Riverfront Park that occur during your shift.
https://my.spokanecity.org/riverfrontspokane/calendar/
This position will be eligible for between 29-40 hours part-time per week. Variable schedules will be available.
EXAMPLES OF JOB FUNCTIONS
The following Responsibilities and Requirements are functions the individual who holds or desires the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Support maintenance activities throughout Riverfront Park. • Maintains grounds, restrooms and picnic facilities. • Operates small, motorized and manually operated hand-held landscape and janitorial equipment. • Requires frequent interaction with public.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:
Must be 18 years of age or older. Must be physically able to lift 50 lbs. Must be physically able to work on your feet for the entire shift (breaks allowed). Valid driver's license with no restrictions. Must be able to pass a drug test.
Training will be provided.
This role is considered a safety-sensitive position for which impairment while working presents a substantial risk of death. You must successfully complete a selection process that includes interviews, a criminal background check, a pre-employment drug screen, reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions) and a physical and lift test (for some positions).
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status, genetic information, veteran/military status or disability status.
Local 270 is the sole bargaining agent for temp seasonal employees.
Temp seasonal employees receive paid sick leave in accordance with state sick leave legislation.
Required Questions
Are you at least 18 years of age? Yes No
Do you have a valid driver's license with no restrictions? Yes No
Are you physically able to lift 50 lbs.? Yes No
Employer Information
City of Spokane Address: 808 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. City Hall, 4th Floor Spokane, Washington, 99201 Phone: 509.625.6160 Website: http://my.spokanecity.org