Traffic & Parking Attendant Volunteer
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Traffic and Parking Attendant Volunteer
The Traffic & Parking Attendant is expected to assist park staff with directing traffic at the Park entrance, French Ave and the two parking lots; arrange/remove traffic cones at park entrance; monitor park capacity and parking space availability; close/open parking lots based on capacity; maintain parking spaces and repaint parking space lines; assist Park Staff at the Ranger Station with answering phone line, answering visitor questions and assisting with campground/cabin check-in/out.
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Location: Blue Spring Entrance & Parking Lots
Email: Connor.Wagner@FloridaDEP.gov
Phone: 386.775.3625
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Description of Duties:
The Traffic & Parking Attendant is expected to:
- Assist Park Staff with directing traffic at the Park entrance, French Ave and the two parking lots.
- Arrange/remove traffic cones at park entrance.
- Monitor park capacity and parking space availability.
- Close/open parking lots based on capacity.
- Maintain parking spaces and repaint parking space lines.
- Assist Park Staff at the Ranger Station with answering the phone line, answering visitor questions and assisting with campground/cabin check-in/out.
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Benefits to Volunteer:
Volunteering allows you to maintain a valuable Florida resource and provide visitors with a positive and comfortable experience. The Traffic & Parking Attendant will gain experience in working in a high velocity atmosphere managing traffic and park visitors.
Volunteers are provided with a T-Shirt, name tag, and park specific training. Upon completion of 500 hours, volunteers receive an annual pass for all Florida State Parks. Volunteers are eligible for recognition and awards on a district and statewide level. Volunteers are also eligible for workers compensation if injured while volunteering. Volunteers are included in all park staff gatherings as well (potlucks, celebrations, holiday parties etc.)
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Standards of Performance:
- It is essential for the Traffic & Parking Attendant to maintain a friendly and polite attitude.
- The Traffic & Parking Attendant must have a deep desire to aid park visitors.
- The Traffic & Parking Attendant should have a desire to continue to learn more about Blue Spring State Park and the Florida Park Service.
- Volunteers are considered staff by park visitors and may be evaluated as such by the public. Always show a professional attitude.
- Traffic & Parking Attendant will not discuss confidential park information including park staff/volunteer/employee personal information with the public.
- Traffic & Parking Attendant will not disclose the locations of any money, equipment or other park related sensitive items to the public.
- Traffic & Parking Attendant are expected to maintain a professional attitude at all times.
- Any questions about the Traffic & Parking Attendant duties should be directed at Park Management.
- Traffic & Parking Attendant is expected to maintain a proper appearance at all times.
- No park vehicle will be operated after consuming alcohol of any amount.
- Personal safety is the responsibility of the Traffic & Parking Attendant. All necessary Personal Protective Equipment will be provided by the park. The Traffic & Parking Attendant is required to wear PPE as required for the task.
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Knowledge, Skills and Experience Desired:
- A valid driver’s license is required for this position.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills are needed.
- The ability to work with others in a high velocity atmosphere.
- The ability to operate a computer and other office equipment is helpful, but not necessary.
- The Traffic & Parking Attendant should enjoy working with the public.
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Special Requirements:
All volunteers must be friendly and courteous to visitors at all times.