The City of Tukwila is seeking a seasonal Volunteer Leader and Parks Maintenance Worker.

The Tukwila Parks Department mission statement is to create clean, safe, and well managed parks that inspire activity. The Parks Department is actively seeking a Seasonal Parks Maintenance Worker who is punctual, energetic, enthusiastic, a self-starter, and flexible with the ability to work weekend hours and support the Green Tukwila Partnership (GTP) 15 hours a week. The Seasonal Parks Maintenance Worker reports directly to the Parks Maintenance Supervisor. The position is responsible for doing park rounds ensuring the sites are neat and tidy. This includes trash pickup, tidying garbage cans, and debris pickup. Also is responsible for setting up and tear down of shelter rentals. The position will work closely with Green Tukwila’s Specialist and be trained to lead and work volunteer restoration and clean up events in the parks and on the trails. Other duties include landscape maintenance tasks and data entry. You will split your time performing Parks Maintenance and supporting the Green Tukwila Partnership and will work a total of approximately 30 hours per week.

Tukwila Parks and Recreation is home to 159 acres of parks, 12 miles of trails, Foster Golf Links, and the Tukwila Community Center. The department develops and maintains parks and facilities, and offers a wide range of recreational events, programs, and services for all ages. The Tukwila Parks Department mission statement is to create clean, safe, and well managed parks that inspire activity.

The City of Tukwila is a dynamic suburb of Seattle, Washington. A unique city, Tukwila is one of the most diverse communities in the country, with more than 80 languages spoken in its schools. Also located in Tukwila is the largest retail mall in the Pacific Northwest. While slightly more than 20,000 people reside in Tukwila, more than 47,000 work in the City every day and more than 150,000 go in and out of the city daily.

This is a seasonal/temporary position. Workers will not exceed 1040 hours in a 12 month period. Must be able to work weekends. Incumbents will likely work Tuesday - Saturday from approximately 6:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

How To Apply:
Initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the "education" and "work experience" section of your application in Government jobs website.

In order to be considered for this position you MUST apply on-line and complete the entire application. Please include previous experience in seasonal parks, volunteer programs, restoration or public works maintenance and any other related work, training, or volunteer experience in grounds maintenance, tools, and equipment will be considered.

This position will remain open continuously until filled. First review of applications will take place on May 10, 2023.

The City of Tukwila is an equal opportunity employer and strives to employ a diverse workforce reflective of the community it serves. Qualified applicants with multicultural experience and/or backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to humanresources@tukwilawa.gov.

Ability to operate equipment such as mowers, backpack blowers, line trimmers, power tools, hand tools, and related small equipment.

Weekend work will be required.

Landscape management activities may include

• Lawn care activities
• Horticultural care activities
• Graffiti remediation
• Working in support of other positions performing various skilled and semi-skilled work

Park management activities may include

• Trash pick up
• Event support/Shelter Prep
• Basic janitorial work
• Working in support of other positions performing various skilled and semi-skilled work.

Be open to learning new skills and growing with the organization.

Green Tukwila Partnership activites may include:

• Collecting, entering, and reporting program data
• Leading group volunteer opportunities and public events
• Planning and implementing community volunteer habitat restoration events.
• Promoting the partnership at community outreach events and online platforms
• Maintaining program supplies
• Responding to general inquiries about the program

KNOWLEDGE (position requirements at entry):

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  Maintenance and repair methods and techniques in area of assignment;
• Basic grounds keeping and equipment maintenance techniques;
• Safety precautions applicable to area of assignment; and
• Tools and equipment used in area of assignment.

SKILLS (position requirements at entry):

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  Using equipment and tools properly and safely;
• Applying customer service techniques;
• Operating vehicles requiring less than a commercial driver's license;
• Establishing and maintaining effective interpersonal relationships at all organizational levels and with the public; and
• Communication, both oral and written, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

TRAINING, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSING REQUIREMENTS (Position requirements at entry):

Must possess a valid Driver's License and be able to work with limited supervision.

• Motivated self-starter
• Great attitude
• Great attention to detail and organized
• Willingness to grow and learn
• Comfortable with public speaking
• Experience with databases and Microsoft Office
• Experience in habitat restoration or native plants

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY/REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, mobility, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Heavy Work: Maneuvering up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

City of Tukwila
Summary of Benefits for Teamsters Represented Employees:

Benefits are provided as per the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE
The City of Tukwila offers a comprehensive benefit package to all regular full-time and regular part-time employees and their eligible dependents, including domestic partners (DP) and domestic partner's children (a tax penalty applies to the domestic partner portion of the premium). Part-time employees pay a pro-rated share of the premium.

Employees have the option of choosing from the City's self-insured plan that is administered by Healthcare Management Administrators (HMA) and is part of the Regence Preferred Provider network; or Kaiser Permanente, an HMO, for medical and prescription coverage.

The dental plan is provided through the City's self-insured plan and covers preventative, basic, and restorative services to an annual maximum of $2,000. An incentive level applies to these services ranging from 70% to a maximum of 100% coverage. Orthodontia is available for dependent children to age 19.

Vision coverage is provided via Teamsters through Northwest Administrators, Inc. Coverage includes an annual eye exam and vision hardware.

PAID LEAVE
Sick leave: Sick leave accrues at the rate of 4 hours per pay period (pro-rated for part-time employees.)

Vacation: After six months continuous employment, six (6) days of vacation is awarded and then accrues at the rate of 4 hours each pay period (pro-rated for part-time employees). Additional vacation days are awarded annually after 3 years through 15 years of service, to a maximum accumulation of 384 hours.

Holidays: The City of Tukwila recognizes ten (10) holidays and two (2) floating or "personal" holidays each calendar year, unless otherwise specified in a labor contract.

RETIREMENT
Membership in the Washington State Retirement System PERS 2, PERS 3, or PSERS 2 plans, as applicable, is required. The employee and employer both contribute to the plans.

Deferred Compensation Program (457B): Employees may choose to set aside a portion of their earnings on a tax-deferred basis for retirement purposes. The City offers three investment programs: Mass Mutual, ICMA-RC, and Security Benefits Group.

LIFE AND LONG TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE
A basic life insurance policy of $50,000 is provided for Teamsters represented employees. (Part-time employees pay a pro-rated share of the premium.)

Supplemental life insurance is available at group rates through payroll deduction for employees and their dependents.

A long term disability (LTD) policy is provided for Teamsters represented employees at no cost. The policy provides for up to 60% of salary replacement to a maximum of $6000 monthly.

FLEXIBLE BENEFITS
The Flexible Spending Account (FSA) allows employees to set aside a portion of their salary, tax-deferred, to pay for out of pocket medical expenses; dependent care expenses (child and adult); and adoption expenses.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
The City of Tukwila contracts with an outside agency to provide confidential personal or job related counseling and referral assistance to employees and their eligible dependents at no cost.

LONGEVITY
Longevity pay is awarded after five years of service and increases at 10, 15, 20, 25, and 30 years.

OTHER INFORMATION & BENEFITS

Commuter Incentives: ORCA Cards for commuting via regional transit; Van Pool - may be eligible for $100 monthly incentive; Alternate Commuters - carpool/rideshare, walk, or bicycle may be eligible for $60 monthly incentive.

Career Opportunities: The City encourages career development for its employees and, when possible, seeks to promote qualified employees from within the City.

Hours of Work: The normal work week is forty hours, Monday through Friday. Flexible work schedules may be available, based upon business necessity. Some positions require weekend, shift, holiday, or overtime work. A shift differential applies for regularly scheduled hours worked between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.

Pay Days: Pay days occur on the 10th and 25th of each month (24 pay periods annually). Direct deposit of pay is available.

Payroll deduction is available for the Washington State Guaranteed Education Tuition (GET) program.