Job Opportunities

Function
Midland Downtown Park Conservancy (MDPC) is seeking a part-time (20-25 hours/week) Operations Coordinator for Centennial Park. The Operations Coordinator’s primary responsibility is to maintain park grounds and facilities at the highest level of quality and safety possible, greet and assist park visitors, and assist with programming and events.

Position Duties

• Represent Midland Downtown Park Conservancy and Centennial Park in a positive and professional manner.
• Responsible for creating and maintaining a positive public image through positive communications while building and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships between MDPC and existing and potential clients, sponsors, visitors, etc.
• Provide support for projects including, but not limited to, building and grounds maintenance, equipment maintenance, cleaning/sanitation, horticulture needs, inventory organization, security, and contract workers to ensure Centennial Park is clean, safe, and in good working order at all times while open to the public.
• Assist with operations and troubleshooting of the splash pad, video board, music streaming service, security cameras, security personnel, lighting, etc.
• Perform tasks in short, medium, and long-term work plans.
• Manage audiovisual setup and production for small-scale programming events, i.e., movies in the park, field day music, storytime, etc.
• Perform daily inspections of the Park to ensure all areas remain clean, safe, and maintained.
• Perform daily inspections of the Children’s Nature Play area to ensure the ground is clear of any objects and debris. Periodically rake and add mulch to maintain a safe base level.
• Perform daily inspections of the Dog Parks to ensure the ground is clear of any objects and debris. Periodically rake and add decomposed granite to maintain a safe base level and perform bi-weekly sanitization.
• Clean, sanitize, restock, and organize the Activity Cart, Reading Cart, and other games and activities.
• Work with operations, event, and programming teams to identify items for the Activity Cart.
• Maintain Park grounds by removing litter, wiping down tables and chairs, and ensuring the Park is clean. Assist custodial staff with restocking and cleaning restrooms and emptying trash containers, as needed.
• Assist with programming and event set-up, including tents, barricades, stage, cord covers, bollard removal, games, activities, and arranging tables and chairs.
• Operate power equipment such as leaf blower and power washer to clean park grounds.
• Attend meetings related to park operations as directed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to represent the park with a high level of integrity and professionalism, adhere to park policies, and support management decisions in a positive, professional manner.
• Minimum of 16 years old.
• Ability to work outdoors in a public setting.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Ability to verbally communicate professionally with co-workers and the public.
• Ability to operate small power equipment is preferred.
• Ability to take initiative and complete project assignments independently and on-time.
• Ability to multi-task and manage time well.
• Ability to work without supervision in a small team environment.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Energetic and outgoing.