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PT SECURITY GUARD PART-TIME PARKS & RECREATION

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Inspect and patrol premises regularly.

· Monitor property entrances.

· Secure all exits, doors and windows at all City parks and recreation complex.

· Report any suspicious behaviors and happenings to appropriate personnel.

· Reports need for any repairs (lighting inside, outside, doors, etc.) to the Buildings & Events Coordinator.

· Ensure the facility and occupants remain safe.

· Performs other duties as required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· None

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

· Works under the general supervision of the Buildings and Events Coordinator, Assistant Parks and Recreation Director and Director of Parks and Recreation.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

· High school diploma or GED required.

· Previous experience of security required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Ability to deal with employees and/or the public in a courteous, tactful and patient manner.

· Ability to communicate effectively verbally and/or in writing.

· Good understanding of guidelines for areas in security and also public safety.

· Must possess critical thinking skills and be able to problem-solve.

· Ability to resolve disputes with users of facilities.

· Knowledge of recreational activities and guidelines.

· Ability to make decisions in accordance with established policies and to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

· Have good time-management skills.

· Dependability and honesty is mandatory.

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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Prompt and regular attendance.

· Subject to work on a call-in basis in cases of emergency.

· Must be able to work nights and weekends when required.

· Neat, clean, and appropriate attire suited to the work related environment.

· Current and valid Louisiana driver’s license required.

· Ability to drive city vehicle to other park facilities for locking, unlocking, and patrolling ensuring safety.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED:

Keys Flashlight

Golf Cart Radio Controlled Device

City Vehicle (to remain in city limits)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk and hear.

· The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.

· The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.

· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

· The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to noisy.

· The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme hot, cold, wet, and humid weather conditions.

POLICE OFFICER – FULL-TIME – POLICE DEPT

*Minimum age requirement 21.

*Must have NO FELONY on record.

*Must hold a current and valid driver’s license.

Must have a passing Civil Service Test Score submitted with application for consideration.”

VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Assists in supervision of programs in the recreation center.

· Performs cleaning duties of the center.

· Observes all participants to insure rules and regulations are abided by.

· Reports all accidents to a supervisor.

· Works with outside maintenance crews at times if needed.

· Helps with program registrations and tryouts.

· Keeps inventory of all objects inside center.

· Supervise teams practicing basketball during the season.

· Supervises public use of facility.

· Performs other duties as required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· None

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

· Works under the general supervision of the Facility Support Personnel, Buildings & Events Coordinator, Assistant Parks & Recreation Director and Director of Parks & Recreation.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education and/or Experience:

· High School diploma or GED.

· Two years experience in Recreation Programs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Ability to deal with employees and/or the public in a courteous, tactful and patient manner.

· Ability to communicate effectively verbally and/or in writing.

· Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment.

· Ability to resolve disputes with users of the center.

· Knowledge of recreational activities and guidelines.

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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Prompt and regular attendance.

· Subject to work on a call-in basis in cases of emergency.

· Neat, clean, and appropriate attire suited to the work related environment.

· Must supervise teams practicing basketball during the season.

· Current and valid Louisiana driver’s license.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED:

Telephone, cleaning equipment, vehicle, cash register.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk and hear.

· The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.

· The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.

· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

· The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

· Employee may be exposed to driving in inclement weather conditions.

FACILITY SUPPORT PERSONNEL – Part Time

*Minimum age requirement 17.

*Must have NO FELONY on record.

*Must hold a current and valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

*Must be able to attend weekly Fire trainings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Provide assistance to the citizens of Minden.

· React responsibly to dangerous hazards.

· Prevent, combat, and extinguish fires with the goal of protecting lives, the environment and property.

· Maintains all department equipment which include, but are not limited to fire station, trucks, hoses, pumps, and extinguishers.

· Keep a clean environment in the department facilities.

· Drive fire trucks and other emergency vehicles.

· Conduct fire drills for fire dept.

· Ensure teamwork and accountability.

· Performs other duties as required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· None

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

· Works under an officer, a captain.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education and/or Experience:

· High School diploma or GED required.

· Required to have passed the Civil Service Exam.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Ability to deal with employees and/or the public in a courteous, tactful and patient manner.

· Ability to communicate effectively verbally and/or in writing and to understand and follow oral or written instructions.

· Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment.

· Ability to recognize unsafe or hazardous equipment and repair it or notify supervisor to have it repaired.

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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Pass a physical agility test.

· Must have no felony convictions.

· Must be 18 years of age.

· Must have a current and valid driver’s license.

· Prompt and regular attendance.

· Subject to work on a call-in basis, 24 hours per day, in cases of emergency.

· Neat, clean, and appropriate attire suited to the work related environment.

· Adhere to all NFPA regulations.

· Ability to work weekends and holidays when required.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED:

Hand tools, mowers, weed eaters, edgers, small power tools, vehicles, hoses and rescue equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.

· The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.

· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

· The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

· The employee will work outside in extreme temperatures and be exposed to adverse weather conditions throughout the year.

· The employee will be exposed to driving in inclement weather.

To apply for any of our available positions, please click the link above or stop by City Hall 520 Broadway Minden, LA 71055 to pick up a paper application for employment. Complete and return via directions listed at the top of the application. If you should have any questions regarding our job listings, please contact Human Resources at (318) 377-2144 ext. 462. City of Minden is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

updated 10.15.24

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