Employment Vacancies
Full-time
The Somerset County Park Commission has the following fulltime positions available.
Interested candidates should call or email Donna Umgelter at dmumgelter@scparks.org (908)722-1200.
Foreperson
Fleet and No. County Maint, East County Park
Description
Under direction of the Supervisor North County Maintenance to maintain seasonal recreation facilities, to transport and operate the portable stage and sound system, and to assist with special events. Also Assist with other Park Commission Sites. Performs other related duties.
Qualifications
High school graduation or GED, with a minimum of five years parks/recreation maintenance experience. Previous supervisory experience preferred, but not required, but at minimum, ability to supervise staff. Ability to work with the general public crucial. Ability to work evenings and weekends, and ability to adjust work schedule as required for the efficient operation of programs and facilities. Must have a valid Class A commercial driver's license.
Senior Maintenance Worker
Fleet and No. County Park Maint, Roving Crew
Description
Under the direction of the Roving Crew Foreman and Assistant Foreman, is responsible for the grounds maintenance at various park sites and open space locations. Assists other general use park locations with maintenance needs including ball fields, picnic groves and special events.
Qualifications
High school graduation or GED and one to two years related experience and/or training. Ability to work with the general public crucial. Ability to work in all weather conditions. Ability to work weekends and holidays if required and report to work for emergency situations. Must be able to tow trailers on roadways. Must have a valid driver’s license. Must have or be able to obtain a valid Class A Commercial driver’s license within six months of hire.
Irrigation Technician
Warrenbrook/Green Knoll Golf Course
Description
Under the direction of the Golf Course Superintendent, performs duties related to daily maintenance and upkeep of the irrigation and fertigation systems.
Qualifications
High school diploma and technical training with one to two years related experience preferred on irrigation pumps, heads and parts, and ability to efficiently maintain and repair system. Individual must be able to work weekends, holidays, report to work for emergency situation if necessary, and adjust work schedule as required for the efficient operation of the golf course. Valid driver’s license required.
Greensworker
Golf Maintenance
Description
Under the direction of the Superintendent, responsible for the playing condition and maintenance of the grounds and turf of the golf course including operating necessary equipment to maintain greens, tees, fairways, rough, and out of play areas, bunker maintenance, preparation of new areas for seed/sod, planting and trimming trees, and snow removal.
Qualifications
High School diploma or GED and one to two years related experience and/or training preferred. Ability to work with general public. Ability to work weekends and holidays and if required, report to work for emergency situations. Must have a valid driver’s license.
Stableworker
Lord Stirling Stable
Description
Under direction of the Stable Supervisors, performs duties to effectively operate an equestrian stable, including feeding and grooming of horses, care of tack, cleaning stalls, and preparation of horses and ponies for riding lessons, lead line, and pony parties.
Qualifications
Ability to perform simple maintenance tasks. Must be able to school new and young horses. Ability to adjust work schedule to include some evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required for the proper care of the horses. Ability to perform physical tasks under varying weather conditions. Ability to understand and follow oral instructions. Ability to work with the general public crucial. Must have a valid driver's license. Previous experience working with horses preferred.
part-time
Part-time Stable Workers
Duties include feeding and grooming horses, care of tack, and cleaning stalls. Must be able to adjust work schedule to include some evenings, weekends, and holidays. Must be able to perform physical tasks under varying weather conditions. Previous experience working with horses preferred. $13/per hour
Recreation Assistant
Assist children, teens, and adults with developmental disabilities with instruction of skills in a variety of recreation activities. Duties include transporting participants to and from programs in Park Commission vans. Evening and weekend hours. Must have a valid driver’s license. Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred but not required. $13/hour + $1.00 driving differential.
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