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Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board | Minneapolis Minnesota United states
Expires: May 2, 2024
Full job description Summary
The MPRB is accepting applications for Seasonal Golf Course Parkkeepers to perform seasonal manual labor in the care and maintenance of Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board's (MPRB) golf course grounds and equipment, including the repair and maintenance of golf course irrigation system.
This is a seasonal position with an expected start date mid-April through mid-October, depending on location and weather conditions. May be assigned a modified workweek and workday that includes weekends and holidays. Position hours are between 5:00 A.M and 7:00 A.M. with end times between 1:30 P.M. and 3:30 P.M.
Certified Seasonal positions are eligible for a number of benefits* including:
Established in 1883, the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) oversees a renowned urban park system spanning 7,059 acres of parkland and water. Featured among its 185 park properties are 55 miles of parkways, 102 miles of Grand Rounds biking and walking paths, 22 lakes, 12 formal gardens, 7 golf courses and 49 recreation centers. The MPRB is proud to provide services, programs and activities that meet the park and recreation needs of diverse communities and ensure race equity, gender inclusion and universal access. Altogether, MPRB properties receive about 30 million visitors annually, and employs approximately 617 full-time and 1,400 part-time and seasonal employees.
Park it here for an exciting career! Since 2013, MPRB has been recognized among the top five urban park systems in the United States by the Trust for Public Land. It is accredited by the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA)— one of three park agencies in Minnesota and fewer than 200 in the United States with this distinction for excellence in operations and service.
What You'll Do
Need to Have:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
Union Status: Seasonal Laborers Local 363
Additional Information
View full list of qualifications and job description.
Selection Process:
To apply for this seasonal certified position, applicants must complete an online application with supplemental questions at
What steps the selection process involves:
The MPRB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MPR123
Expires: May 2, 2024
Full job description Summary
The MPRB is accepting applications for Seasonal Golf Course Parkkeepers to perform seasonal manual labor in the care and maintenance of Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board's (MPRB) golf course grounds and equipment, including the repair and maintenance of golf course irrigation system.
This is a seasonal position with an expected start date mid-April through mid-October, depending on location and weather conditions. May be assigned a modified workweek and workday that includes weekends and holidays. Position hours are between 5:00 A.M and 7:00 A.M. with end times between 1:30 P.M. and 3:30 P.M.
Certified Seasonal positions are eligible for a number of benefits* including:
- Potential for full season bonus of $0.80/hour for all hours worked if you work at least 690 hours in a season and receive a qualifying performance rating score, to be paid on the final paycheck of the season
- Paid for holidays that fall within the work season
- Safety shoe reimbursement
- 8 hours of compensatory time per season
- Sick and safe time under the MN Earned Sick and Safe Time ordinance
- Wage and above benefits are as of 4/1/2023. Contract is currently being negotiated and hourly rate and benefits will be updated to what is bargained upon settlement of the union contract.
Established in 1883, the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) oversees a renowned urban park system spanning 7,059 acres of parkland and water. Featured among its 185 park properties are 55 miles of parkways, 102 miles of Grand Rounds biking and walking paths, 22 lakes, 12 formal gardens, 7 golf courses and 49 recreation centers. The MPRB is proud to provide services, programs and activities that meet the park and recreation needs of diverse communities and ensure race equity, gender inclusion and universal access. Altogether, MPRB properties receive about 30 million visitors annually, and employs approximately 617 full-time and 1,400 part-time and seasonal employees.
Park it here for an exciting career! Since 2013, MPRB has been recognized among the top five urban park systems in the United States by the Trust for Public Land. It is accredited by the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA)— one of three park agencies in Minnesota and fewer than 200 in the United States with this distinction for excellence in operations and service.
What You'll Do
- Maintain the physical attributes of golf course grounds, including bunker repair, removal of tree debris and other similar duties using MPRB equipment.
- Plant flowers, cut grass, weed whip and or other similar duties using MPRB equipment, including but not limited to riding lawn mowers, backpack blowers, and weed whips.
- Maintain and repair golf course irrigation system.
- Maintain and repair golf course equipment.
- Regular attendance at work expected; workload based on seasonal needs and hours of operation that may include days, nights, holidays, and weekends.
- Support the delivery of program and events by providing maintenance support to recreation staff that meets the needs and demands of the programs and events.
- Ensure other park amenities are safe, clean, and operational, including, but not limited to benches, picnic tables, drinking fountains, grills, signage, sidewalks, paths, and parking lots.
- Promptly report vandalism and enter work orders as necessary.
- Assist MPRB in identifying and addressing the park and recreation needs of underserved and under-represented communities.
Need to Have:
- Be at least 18 years old at time of hire.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Valid Driver's license.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
- Ability to stand, walk, climb, balance, twist, stoop, squat, kneel, crawl, crouch, reach, drive, maneuver, push, pull, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, see, walk backward, walk on rough and/or uneven terrain, climb ladders and stairs, and repetitive motion.
- Lift and move up to 50 pounds daily.
- Work outdoors in all weather conditions. Exposure to chemicals, pesticides, fuels, noise from equipment, blood-borne pathogens.
- Ability to operate pickup trucks, motor boats, riding mowers, power tools, hand tools.
- Basic care and maintenance of golf greens, turf, trees and shrubs.
- Basic care and general maintenance of golf course and golf course facilities and buildings.
- Ability to use and safely operate tools necessary for the performance of duties.
- Work independently.
- Work in a team environment and adapt to changing conditions and situations.
- Display basic professional conduct in the workplace, including respectful communication and civility towards others.
- Understand and follow work rules, policies, and procedures, both verbal and written.
- Outstanding customer service principles and practices and standards for a diverse customer base.
Union Status: Seasonal Laborers Local 363
Additional Information
View full list of qualifications and job description.
Selection Process:
To apply for this seasonal certified position, applicants must complete an online application with supplemental questions at
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. This position is open until filled.What steps the selection process involves:
- We review your minimum qualifications.
- We rate your training and experience based on application materials and supplemental questions (100%).
- We calculate your civil service score based on the above components and place you on the eligible list if all testing components are passed (passing score is 70.00 or above). Eligible list will expire on September 30, 2024.
- We conduct an interview.
- References, including verification of employment and work performance, may be considered. Past performance and discipline may be considered.
- We conduct a background check. Upon receiving a conditional offer of employment, the applicant will be asked to sign an informed consent allowing the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board to obtain their criminal history in connection with the positions sought. View the MPRB Background Check Policy here (Download PDF reader).
- Upon receiving a conditional offer of employment, applicant must also successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination with work simulation paid for by the MPRB.
The MPRB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MPR123
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