SALARY
$14.85 – $15.75 Hourly
LOCATION
Ames, IA
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JOB TYPE
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Temporary
JOB NUMBER
24-PRSE-01
DEPARTMENT
Parks and Recreation – Temporary and Part-time positions
OPENING DATE
02/01/2025
CLOSING DATE
3/31/2025 5:00 PM Central
FLSA
Non-Exempt
BARGAINING UNIT
MERIT
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT?
No
Centrally located in the heart of Iowa, Ames is a vibrant, progressive community with more than 66,000 residents providing an excellent quality of life. Home to Iowa State University, Ames offers year-round recreation opportunities, diverse cultural offerings, a stable economy, safe neighborhoods, and a high-achieving school district.
## General Information
The City of Ames Parks and Recreation Department is accepting applications for temporary Forestry Seasonal Staff. The primary work location is 310 East 9th Street, but work will take place throughout the City’s Parks, Right of Ways, and other City facilities, as needed.
Candidates interested in this opportunity can expect to work 20-37 hours per week, April through November 2025, with flexibility on the number of days per week and hours per day worked, if mutually agreed. Work hours are typically scheduled Monday – Friday, 7 AM – 3 PM, and may include a 30-minute unpaid lunch.
Forestry Seasonal Staff are directly accountable to the City Forester, and adjunctly accountable to Parks and Facilities Superintendent and the Parks and Recreation Director.
## Examples of Essential Job Functions
Primary duties include cutting and trimming of trees, planting and watering trees, and chipping of tree debris. Secondary duties may include mowing and string trimming of turf, small construction, playground maintenance, and other assigned duties.
Each employee is expected to continually strive to bring shared values to life through our Excellence Through People organizational culture. ETP values include: committing to continuous improvement; inspiring creativity and innovation; being customer driven; making data-driven decisions; committing to diversity, equity, and inclusion; championing employee involvement; striving for excellence; having fiscal stewardship; acting with honesty and integrity; exhibiting leadership; choosing a positive attitude; respecting one another; promoting safety and wellness; and cultivating teamwork. For leaders, this includes creating a work culture that brings these values to life. For all employees, this includes maintaining a Total City Perspective. The purpose of ETP is to deliver exceptional services to the public at the best price, and for employees to experience an enjoyable and stimulating work environment.
## Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
– Must be at least 18 years of age.
– Must possess a valid driver’s license.
– Previous experience is preferred.
– Education in the field of forestry, horticulture, natural resource management or similar area of study is preferred.
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