Park Naturalist jobs in Rock Hill, SC

York County is located in the Piedmont region, between the Broad River and the Catawba River. Its diverse landscape is home to family-friendly towns/cities, a progressive urban region and lakefront communities. We are excited that you want to join our team and recognize that our employees are the foundation for our success.

Mission Statement - York County provides quality public services in an open, efficient, and responsive manner.

Vision Statement - York County provides an environment where all citizens and businesses can thrive and succeed.

The Bethel-Lake Wylie Preservation Park District was approved by the voters on November 3, 2020. Two years earlier, District Two York County Councilwoman Allison Love saw a need to save greenspace and protect land from rapid development. Seeking to enhance the quality of life for residents of York County, she worked to encourage voters to create a special tax district to help purchase and maintain several undeveloped properties along heavily-traveled corridors. 

In 2021 the BWLPPD Board purchased four properties for preservation and future public use.  These purchases have protected more than 150 acres from development. These properties include:

This 87-acre site on Hwy 557 features a large estate home, and a beautiful view of the surrounding area.  

This 6.8-acre site on Highway 274 is currently hosting frequent farmer's markets on some weekends. 

Projected Hiring Range: $18.05 - $22.56 per hour. Salary is based on qualifications.

Location:  Bethel Lake Wylie Parks, Clover

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am -5:00 pm; hours may vary based on operational needs to include occasional evenings and weekends.  

Our Total Compensation Package:

• Compensation – competitive market-rate pay, and negotiable based on qualifications.
• Comprehensive State Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance 
• Life Insurance
• Long-term disability
• Deferred Compensation 401K Plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Public Loan Forgiveness Program (Student Loan Forgiveness Program) 
• 11 Paid Holidays 3 Optional Holidays 
• Longevity Pay
• SC State Retirement Plan Pension 
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Sick Bank
• Critical Care and Cancer Insurance
• Wellness Screenings 
• Employee Assistance Programs 
• Professional Development / Trainings / Conferences

• Performs general grounds maintenance work, including but not limited to installing landscape materials, mowing grass, bush-hogging, planting, tree and shrub maintenance, removing debris.
• Performs general maintenance of Park facilities; including, but not limited to HVAC systems, electrical systems, plumbing systems, carpentry work, painting and preventive maintenance. 
• Performs routine custodial work, including cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, removing trash, stocking restroom supplies. 
• Prepares Parks for community or special events; including set-up, tear down, and support during the event. May work afterhours and weekends. 
• Opens and closes Park entrances as needed. 
• Performs multiple levels of construction that includes carpentry work, masonry, drywall, painting.

• High School Graduation or GED equivalent. 
• One (1) year of experience in a skilled or unskilled trade, construction, facility maintenance or related field or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Certification in Aerial Boom lift (man lift) preferred.