Join the award-winning Johnson County Park and Recreation District (JCPRD) team and help make a real impact in this community! As part of our National Gold Medal Award–winning organization, you’ll help bring joy, adventure, and enrichment to millions each year. JCPRD welcomes over 7 million visitors to our parks and engages 3 million+ participants in more than 4,000 programs—and we’re still growing.
When you work at JCPRD, you’re joining a team recognized locally, regionally, and nationally for excellence in parks, recreation, culture, education, and public service. Enjoy outstanding benefits, retirement plans, employee incentives, and a workplace culture built on passion, creativity, and teamwork.
Named Best Large Employer in Johnson County for two years running, JCPRD is the perfect place to grow your career, make a difference, and have fun doing it. Come work where you play—and help us inspire healthier, happier lives for everyone!
Job Description:
Join our team at Meadowbrook Park as a part-time park maintenance worker. Meadowbrook Park is a premier park located in Prairie Village. This 80-acre park is comprised of 5 shelters, 3 fishing ponds, 3 playgrounds and over 3 miles of paved trails. This location has an annual visitation of 1 million people. This is a seasonal position running from April to October.
- Responsibilities include mowing, trimming, cleaning facilities, landscape planting and maintenance, waste collection and disposal, turf and flower care, special projects, and grounds maintenance etc.
- Seasonal Park Workers may operate equipment and trucks as trained, assigned, and licensed.
- Some weekend and Holiday schedules may be assigned.
- Hourly Rate: $15.00 - $17.50, depending on experience.
Job Requirements:
- A desire to work for JCPRD, an honest commitment to do your best, if you have skills already fantastic, however we do on the job training.
- Valid driver’s license is required.
JCPRD requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department.