Park Counts and Park Admissions (Temporary Summer Parks & Rec Aide)

Salary: $18.71 Hourly
Location : (Parks & Recreation Admin Bldg) Maplewood, MN
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 2026-00168
Department: Parks & Recreation
Division: Parks Maintenance
Opening Date: 03/30/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Union: Unrepresented
FLSA Status: nonexempt


Position Summary
The current vacancy is in the Parks & Recreation department. The eligibility list created by this vacancy may be used to hire other vacancies in the department or County.
Park Counts

Location: Various Ramsey County regional parks/trails
In this position, staff will go to various regional park and trail locations throughout Ramsey County Park system. The park count staff is responsible for showing up to the assigned location on time, count park users as they are entering the park/trail at the specific location and submitting the counts on time.

Waterpark Admissions

Location: Battle Creek Waterpark

The Waterpark Admission job is a fast paced, position for a friendly outgoing person who can warmly welcome visitors. Roles will include processing credit card transactions, processing group admissions, explaining waterpark rules and creating an inviting visitor experience by treating all visitors will respect.

Please Note: This job posting is being conducted to fill temporary (not to exceed 6 months in length) appointments. The number of hours worked per week and shifts may vary. Applicants chosen for hire from this process will not gain rights or preference for other permanent, Ramsey County jobs.


This posting will remain open for application until filled. Interviews will be scheduled on an ongoing basis until positions are filled.

To view or print a copy of the complete Ramsey County job (class) description for this position, go to: . Once at this page, you can browse the alphabetical list or search for a job description.

Examples of Work Performed

1. Answer telephone calls and respond to public inquiries concerning County facilities.
2. Answer questions from golfers, arena users, and nature center and park patrons.
3. Sweep, mop, scrub, and vacuum floors in Parks Administration building.
4. Cut and trim grass using hand operated equipment and power mowers.
5. Dispose of trash and trim trees.
6. Assist in minor building and service equipment repairs or with special projects, as assigned.
7. Change cups on greens, move tee markers, and rake sand bunkers.
8. Complete touch-up painting on signs, equipment, and buildings.
9. Lay sod, and repair turf damage and/or apply fertilizer and pesticides (if qualified and assigned).
10. Monitor building during rentals and/or events including the opening and closing of the building.
11. Shovel and blow snow.
12. Operate scoreboards, PA systems, and/or other electronic systems or devices.
13. Assist in changing blades on ice making machines.
14. Operate ice edgers and ice resurfacing equipment.
15. Patrol designated areas as assigned, report disturbances and assist patrons as necessary.
16. Conduct user surveys.
17. Drive company vehicles as assigned.

(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : Winter Months Assignment - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13.

Minimum Qualifications
Education: Sufficient to perform the duties.
Experience: None.
Other: Must be 16 years of age.

Exam/Screening Process Information
This is an unclassified, at-will temporary position. This position requires an open screening and selection process. There is no exam for this unclassified, at-will, temporary position. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the department for consideration. Employment isn't guaranteed beyond the end of this assignment.
Definition of Unclassified from the Ramsey County Personnel Act:

Subdivision 1. General. "The appointing authority may discharge employees in the unclassified service with or without cause. Employees in the unclassified service have no right to a grievance appeal from discharge or other disciplinary action under sections 383A.281 to 383A.301. An employee in an unclassified position shall not have tenure but shall be entitled to all benefits associated with tenure such as vacation leave, sick leave, health insurance, and other benefits as determined by the county board."
Criminal Background Checks: All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment.
E-Verify Participation: Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.


Equal Opportunity Employer: Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance or national origin.
Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of its workforce. The county strives being equitable, inclusive, transparent, respectful, and impactful in how we serve and engage with residents, as well as Ramsey County employees. Advancing racial equity ensures all people who need access to opportunities and services we provide, will receive them. Racial equity is achieved when race can no longer be used to predict life outcomes, and outcomes for all are improved.
To print a paper application for this posting click You will need to print this posting and answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them with your completed paper application.

For further information regarding this posting, please contact: .
Ramsey County provides a wide range of employee benefits to support health, well-being, and work/life balance. Benefits eligibility can vary depending on union status/contract language. A summary of benefits is provided below. Detailed information is available for review at

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • The County contributes a bargained percentage to the medical and dental monthly premium
  • Employees choose from four enrollment tiers: Single, Employee + legally married spouse, Employee + Child(ren), Family
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance - three plan options including a High Deductible Plan with a Health Saving Account offered. Earn up to $20/month in electronic gift cards for each enrolled employee or spouse for wellness activity
  • MetLife Dental Insurance - two plan options offered
  • VSP Vision Insurance - Advantage Plan offered

• Pre-tax Benefit Program
  • Pre-tax medical, dental, vision monthly premium deduction option
  • Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • County monthly contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees who elect the High Deductible medical plan

• Paid time off
  • Vacation hours, accrued based on years of service, ranging from 12 to 25 days per year (pro-rated for part-time employees)
  • 11 scheduled holidays and two floating holidays
  • Up to eight weeks of 100% paid parental leave, plus additional use of sick time as noted below
  • Sick hours accrued at a rate of three weeks per year, which can be used for medical and dental care; injury or illness for you, your spouse or children; the birth or adoption of a child (up to 80 hours) or the death of a family member (up to 40 hours)
  • Wellness incentive allows conversion of unused sick time to vacation or pay

• Retirement benefits
  • Pension - The county contributes at least 7.5% of your salary to your pension, depending on bargaining unit. Unlike other retirement investments, pension payments are a lifetime benefit once you start collecting payments
  • New employees become vested after three years. For the Police and Fire union, employees are vested after 10 years
  • Deferred compensation - 457(b) account with employer match
  • Health Care Savings Plan - all benefits-eligible employees contribute 1% of gross regular salary to a Health Care Savings Plan account for eligible health care expenses after retirement. Interest accrues tax free. County provides a scheduled contribution after five years of participation

• Transit and parking
  • Fully funded Metropass.
  • Transportation/parking expenses reimbursement account

• Employee well-being
  • Employee assistance program, including telephone counseling, financial counseling, rideshare benefits, etc.
  • Wellness programming
  • Flexible work policy with hybrid work options for eligible positions

• Life Insurance and Disability leave
  • County provided Basic Life coverage - 1x annual salary, minimum $10,000 up to a maximum of $50,000. Optional supplemental coverage available
  • Long-term Disability - County provided coverage replaces 40% of the employee's lost income after six months of disability, subject to a $5,000 monthly maximum. Option to purchase an additional 20% income replacement up to $7,500 monthly maximum
  • Short-term Disability - option to purchase 60% income replacement coverage with 30, 60 or 90-day waiting period

• Career development
  • Tuition reimbursement, up to $4,000 per year
  • Online professional development opportunities through the Learning & Development Center
  • County employment qualifies as a public service organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Employee resource groups - help employees build connections through common bonds with colleagues

For information about Ramsey County's 2026 benefits, visit:
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*Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening process. The supplemental questionnaire will be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Provide complete information for each question. Do not write "see resume" as it is not an acceptable answer. The experiences you indicate in your responses will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Select "yes" if you have read and understand.

• Yes
• No

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Are you a returning employee or being rehired for the season?

• Yes
• No

03


*Please select the option that best applies to you if you have completed or are currently participating in any of the following Public Sector Partnership Programs at Ramsey County.

• HIRED Partnership Program
• Project for Pride in Living (PPL) Partnership Program
• Ramsey County Workforce Solutions
• Ramsey County Internship (including Right Track Plus)
• Fellowship at Ramsey County
• Limited-Duration Assignment at Ramsey County
• Provisional Assignment at Ramsey County
• Temporary Opportunity at Ramsey County
• Work Experience Program (e.g., Young Adult Career Academy)
• Job Shadow Experience at Ramsey County
• No, I have not participated in any of the above

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*Select the option that best describes your highest level of completed education.

• High school diploma or GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctoral Degree
• None of the above

05


*If you indicated in the previous question that you have a degree, please describe below your field of study, the name of the school, dates of attendance/completion and type of degree. If you have other formal training and certifications related to this position, you may include that here. If you do not have a degree/college credit, please write N/A in the space below. DO NOT WRITE see resume or see application.
06


*Which best describes your experience in customer service?

• Less than 3 years of experience
• At least 3 years of experience but less than 5 years
• At least 5 years of experience but less than 7 years
• At least 7 years of experience but less than 9 years
• 9 years of experience or more

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*Describe the experience indicated in question above. Include the name of your employer and provide specific details of the work you performed. Do not copy and paste your resume, a job description or indicate "see resume". If you do not have this experience, type "N/A in the space below."
08


Are you 16 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

09


Staff may be required to work on July 4, 2026. Are you able to work July 4, 2026?

• Yes
• No

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Please indicate your availability (i.e., preferred number of hours worked per week, available working hours/days, any major prior commitments such as a vacations) Scheduling barriers will not automatically eliminate your application from consideration. Our managers use this information to try to be as flexible as possible while also ensuring our parks are fully staffed for the summer season.
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Which role are you most interested in?

• Park Counts
• Waterpark Admissions

Required Question