Parks Gate Supervisor #2603-1127-01

This seasonal role will implement and coordinate the Lighthouse Point Park gate during activities and programs as well as other park programs, as assigned. The work will require evening and weekend hours, depending on operations and assigned schedule. This position will be under the direct supervision of the Parks Administration.

The employee is responsible for working directly with assigned staff to conduct all seasonal gate operations, as well as focusing on customer service and communication. This role includes maintaining detailed records, scheduling and communicating with other staff, as well as daily work in outdoor park settings. Seasonal position, up to 40 hours per week, not to exceed 120 calendar days.

Hours of operation for Lighthouse Park are typically sunrise to sunset. As such, hours of work will vary, and shifts will include early mornings, evenings, holidays, and weekends.

• Collect and organize all Lighthouse Point Park vehicle permit fees, passes, and vessel permit processing, including training all Parks Seasonal Program Aide gate attendants on how to review required registration information, sell season passes, and all day-to-day functions of the park.
• Prepares daily schedules for gate attendants, including collecting weekly time sheets for verification and transmittal to Parks Supervisors.
• Communicates with all visitors to the park, including rules and regulations as well as all applicable permit requirements. Reviews with staff any park events at the Lighthouse and welcomes all visitors to the park.
• Sets up equipment and materials needed for the seasonal vehicle sticker program.
• Conducts administrative tasks such as processing vehicle park permit registration alongside Program Aide gate attendants, attendance and visitor tracking, and general record keeping.
• Leads supervision of all Lighthouse Point Park gate activities and operations during peak season, which is mostly considered Memorial Day through Labor Day; however, not limited to that period.
• Communicates well with visitors and program staff.
• Assists with maintaining access, cleanliness, and orderliness of park gate areas and equipment.
• Assists in choosing and purchasing of supplies and equipment needed for gate operation.
• Takes inventory, maintains, and organizes supplies and equipment needed for gate operation.
• Represents the department at all Lighthouse Point Park community events, meetings, and facilities.
• Follows safety guidelines and protocols established by the department.
• Performs related work as required.

• Recent high school graduate, college student, or recent college graduate.
• Some experience (preferably at least one season or semester) in cashier and/or customer service
• Equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

Physical Requirements	Amount of Time					Working Environment	Amount of Time
	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3			None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3
Stand				X		Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)			X
Walk				X		Work near moving mechanical parts		X
Sit		X				Work in high, precarious places		X
Use hands to finger, handle, or feel				X		Fumes or airborne particles			X
Reach with hands and arms				X		Toxic or caustic chemicals			X
Climb or balance			X			Outdoor weather conditions				X
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl				X		Extreme cold (non-weather)		X
Talk or hear				X		Risk of electrical shock	X
Taste or smell			X			Work with explosives	X
						Risk of radiation	X
Lifting or force to be exerted?						Vibration	X
How much and how often?	Amount of Time					Other: Outdoor terrain, including uneven and/or untended ground				X
	None	Under 1/3	1/3 to 2/3	Over 2/3		Other: May encounter outdoor flora & fauna hazards (i.e., poison ivy, insects, wildlife)				X
Up to 10 pounds				X		Works near moving vehicles (low speed)				X
Up to 25 pounds				X
Up to 50 pounds			X
Up to 75 pounds		X
Up to 100 pounds		X
More than 100 pounds	X

*Pursuant to the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, The City of New Haven has a adopted a Drug Free Workplace Policy. The City of New Haven requires a pre-employment drug test, which includes screening for marijuana.

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