Seasonal Associate, Park Services Specialist – Regional Parks

Anoka County

. Provide park guests with excellent customer service and information regarding public safety and protection of Parks Department properties and natural resources .

Posted 9/18/2026part-timeAnoka • Minnesota • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $17 - $22 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong customer service skills while providing information on public safety and park operations. Capable of responding to emergencies and resolving guest concerns effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Customer Service ExperienceFirst Aid/CPR/AED CertificationStrong Verbal and Written Communication SkillsAbility to Analyze SituationsValid Driver's License

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Hard Skills

Emergency ResponseOperational Problem SolvingBending and StoopingProlonged Walking on Uneven TerrainLifting 0–25 lbs.

Soft Skills

Conflict MediationGuest InteractionTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

ComputersPhonesRadio DevicesStandard Office EquipmentPickup TrucksUTVs

Certifications & Qualifications

First Aid CertificationCPR CertificationAED Certification

Industry Keywords

Public SafetyParks DepartmentCampground OperationsVisitor Center OperationsNatural Resource Protection

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide park guests with excellent customer service and information regarding public safety and protection of Parks Department properties and natural resources
Oversee and assist park service, campground, gatehouse, and other park operations
Greet guests, provide supplies, open and close facilities, and replenish funds for park facilities
Assist operations at visitor centers, gatehouses, cross-country skiing facilities, and campgrounds
Respond to daily operational problems and concerns
Troubleshoot, repair, and/or contact the supervisor for assistance
Respond to emergency situations including severe weather, medical, and other incidents
Receive, mediate, and resolve customer complaints or concerns
Travel between various regional park work sites

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be at least 18 years of age or older
Must have a valid driver’s license
Successfully pass a criminal history and driver’s license background check
Successfully pass required pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen, DOT physical, and/or other qualification checks
Ability to work 25–40 hours per week, including varied days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Previous customer service experience preferred
Strong verbal and written communication skills preferred
Ability to analyze situations and determine the best course of action preferred
First Aid/CPR/AED certification preferred
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
Ability to perform bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, prolonged walking on sloped or uneven terrain, and handling/carrying equipment
Ability to regularly lift 0–25 lbs.
Ability to use computers, phones, radio devices, standard office equipment, pickup trucks, and UTVs
Ability to drive between work sites using a county vehicle and/or personal vehicle

Benefits

Comp & perks

Advancement/professional development opportunities
Work-life balance
Reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities