Job Listings
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.
*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.”
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:
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.
· 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:
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 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.
*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:
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.
· 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:
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 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.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Performs daily inspections of airport property including: airfield, terminal, and hangars for maintenance, cleaning, or safety discrepancies requiring attention. Resolves any minor discrepancies or potential hazards to aircraft or vehicular traffic as necessary and completes reports documenting those inspections and reports any discrepancies to the Airport Manager.
· Performs daily inspections of the Airport’s fuel systems and mobile refueling vehicle(s), including checking the fuel levels in the tanks, draining the tank sumps to check for water or other contaminants, check for any other safety concerns or potential discrepancies, completes necessary documentation of findings, and reports any discrepancies to the Airport Manager.
· Provides into-plane fueling to various types of aircraft utilizing the mobile refuels.
· Provides excellent customer service to anyone arriving at the airport.
· Assists with maintenance of airport facilities, equipment, vehicles, and grounds to include: mowing, cleaning, vehicle care and maintenance, etc..
· Performs general terminal maintenance, including: sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, cleaning glass, cleaning bathrooms, making coffee, etc..
· Assist in keeping accurate records of sales, inventory, aircraft take-off and landings as well as hangar rental and tie-down information.
· Ensures compliance with the Wildlife Management Plan by utilizing pyrotechnics and other means to harass and remove wildlife hazards from the airfield as necessary.
· Occasionally conducts tours of the airport for local schools and civic organizations.
· Assists with instructing and advising airport interns.
· Coordinate and assist with annual airport events.
· Occasionally assists with towing aircraft into and out of hangars upon customer request.
· Occasional supervision and/or escort onto the airfield of crews and contractors in performance of major cleanup or maintenance activities.
· Frequently operates various types of vehicles and equipment while performing aforementioned tasks, including, mobile refuels, pickup truck, tractors, zero turn mower, string trimmer, blower, hedge trimmer, 2-way air to ground radio, etc.
· Performs other duties as required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
· None.
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SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
· Works under direct supervision of the Airport Manager.
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, skills, and/or abilities 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 preferred but not required; previous work experience at an FBO, servicing aircraft, facility maintenance, and/or airport operations is preferred but not required. On the job training relating to several required duties of this position will be administered, prior to the individual performing those duties unsupervised.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
· Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with employees and the public in a courteous, tactful, and patient manner.
· Ability to provide excellent customer service while interacting with the airport tenants, traveling public, and any other visitors to the Airport.
· Ability to operate a computer, POS machine, 2-way radio, and various other types of electronic equipment.
· Skill in operation of other listed tools and equipment.
· Knowledge of the occupational hazards and ability to follow necessary safety precautions in the safe operation of vehicles and equipment.
· Knowledge of applicable regulations including FAA Advisory Circulars and NFPA 407.
· Self-motivated with the ability to maintain facility without day-to-day direction.
· Ability to use independent decision-making judgment concerning maintenance and repairs.
· Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions associated with aircraft and airfield operations.
· Ability to collect, record, and report necessary information.
· Knowledge of aircraft, airports, and their safe operations.
· Basic mechanical knowledge of reciprocating engines and their maintenance.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
· Prompt and regular attendance.
· Subject to work on a call-in basis in cases of emergency.
· Ability to work various hours, as necessary, and must work on a call-out system, as needed.
· Neat, clean, and appropriate attire suited to an airport business environment.
· Must possess a valid Louisiana driver’s license.
· Must be able to communicate effectively via an air-to-ground 2-way radio.
· Annual on the job training and certification required as it relates to airfield inspection and operating procedures, fuel quality control inspections and fueling aircraft.
EQUIPMENT OPERATED:
Vehicles, fuel dispensing systems/equipment, airfield lighting, weather reporting systems, communications/radio equipment, building and grounds maintenance equipment and tools, standard office equipment.
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 sit; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and climb stairs or ladders.
· The employee must often lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
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· The employee will be exposed to various types of explosive, flammable, and/or hazardous chemicals on a daily basis and must wear the appropriate PPE to prevent injury.
· 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 while operating equipment and being in the immediate vicinity of running aircraft engines.
· The employee may be exposed to extreme temperatures and inclement weather.
City of Minden – Application for Employment
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updated 10.15.24
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