Whitpain Township just posted a job opening for Park Attendant for Wentz Run Park .  The job description is below:

Protect, secure, and maintain Wentz Run Park, a 70-acre multi-purpose active recreation area in Whitpain Township.

Responsible for the general maintenance of Wentz Run Park, assure the proper and fair use of Wentz Run Park facilities by all patrons, and provide necessary security for patrons and facility.

Maintains park cleanliness
• Sweep and hose down pavilion, gazebo, and basketball and tennis courts, when necessary
• Sweep, wash, and sanitize restroom facilities, replenish paper supplies, empty trash and sanitary receptacles daily
• Pick up of litter
• Empty trash receptacles as needed and replace bags
• Refill bags at pet waste stations
• Inspect playground and exercise equipment daily and submit inspection sheets
• Survey park facilities to note vandalism and/or needed repairs
• Submit accurate and detailed check-off lists and report all necessary repairs to the Director
• Prevent motorized vehicles from entering prohibited areas
• Check field and pavilion use permits
• Prevent the use of obscene language and physical arguments
• Enforce all park rules, regulations, and ordinances
• Assist park users with information, parking, and location of facilities
• Unlock and lock restrooms daily
• Alert proper emergency personnel in the event of an accident or incident
• Prepare pavilion, concession pavilion, courts, and fields for scheduled events
• Clean-up after rental area events
• Assist renters with any associated needs
• Monitor parking
• Organizes and conducts inventory of supplies in the storage shed and concession stand
• Reports supply shortages to director
Assist during special events
• Direct parking and traffic during events at park
• Aide in event set-up and break-down

Performs other duties as deemed appropriate by the Parks & Recreation Director

• Minimum age – 18
• Communicate effectively and professionally with public
• Ability to lift 30-50 pounds
• Must be observant and self-motivated
• Valid driver’s license

Location is outdoors at Wentz Run Park. A motorized utility vehicle is available to assist with duties; foot patrol is also necessary at times.

Must be able to lift 30-50 pounds, work outside in hot and cold conditions, and stand for an extended period.

Starting pay is $9/hour.
Direct reports
Under the direct supervision of the Parks and Recreation Director, Assistant Director, and Program Coordinator