Park Naturalist jobs in Charlotte, NC

Performs semiskilled work opening, closing and monitoring facility operations; ensuring safety and cleanliness of facilities and equipment, and related work as required. Work is performed under limited supervision including nights, weekends, and holidays.  General hours will be within these hours:    

Starting In November through February 

Friday from 5:00pm – 10:00pm 

Saturday and Sunday from 6:00am – 10:00pm (8-hour shift during these hours)  

March through October 

Monday – Friday from 5:00pm – 10:00pm 

Saturday and Sunday 6:00am – 11:00pm (8-hour shift during these hours)

These hours can vary bases on the Athletic Seasons. This position may also be asked on occasion to work later than the specified time depending on the needs of tournament play. 

The following duties are those considered most essential to the position.  This does not preclude the delegation of other duties considered as necessary by management to successfully complete an assignment or project. Opens and closes parks and facilities; unlocks and locks bathroom doors, gates and concessions.

• Promotes good relations with citizens using the parks and recreation facilities.
• Ensures that facilities and surrounding areas are clean and ready for use.
• Ensures that all bathrooms are stocked, sanitary and clean.
• Ensures compliance with park rules and regulations, assisting individuals and groups using parks and ensuring safety and security of parks and patrons.
• Sets up facilities and equipment for use and special events and restores to original set up after use.
• Turns facilities lights on and off.
• Maintains various attendance information as required.
• Assists with field preparation, dragging and lining and temporary fencing setup and take down.
• Consults with Facilities and Tournament Supervisor and/or Senior Park Repair Technician when any issues arise.
• Performs other duties as apparent or assigned.