Park Warden

Vickerstock are delighted to be working with Belfast City Council to recruit a full time temporary (12 week) Park Warden. The successful applicant will be required to undertake and successfully complete a training programme which will enable the post holder to fully carry out their duties i.e. dog control enforcement and litter code, if they do not already hold this. The successful applicant will be required to complete this training and demonstrate competence within six months of taking up the post. Main purpose of job To be responsible to Team Leader (Park Warden) for the efficient performance of the park warden service. To carry out all activities in accordance with specified quality, quantity and time targets. To enforce by-laws and dog control orders, litter code and alcohol by laws. To work with stakeholders, user groups and others increasing their awareness and enjoyment of parks through events, guided tours, walks, talks and other activities. Summary of responsibilities and personal duties To enforce council bye-laws, dog control orders, litter code and carry out alcohol enforcement. To undertake on behalf of the council the full range of duties in connection with the council's powers in relation to anti-social behaviour Regular walkabouts or patrols in parks, cemeteries, allotments etc to identify problems and enforce relevant by-laws or legislation relating to antisocial behaviour. This will include, but is not restricted to: Drinking, littering, graffiti in parks and open spaces; Dumping/fly tipping; Dog fouling; Undertaking enforcement within parks and open spaces, at key events and at seasonal periods alongside partner agencies; and in particular the police; Issuing of warning notices and fixed penalties as appropriate; To patrol and clock in at designated sites and maintain orderly conduct of the public ensuring general safety; to give guidance and deal with any complaints in relation to the relevant sites. To prepare and compile reports in relation to all aspects of the post. To lift litter, waste, rubbish and hazardous materials such as glass bottles, dog fouling etc and ensure that all such materials are disposed of appropriately. To examine vandalised areas ensuring as much as possible that the vandalised area is made safe and to also furnish reports on observations and the actions taken. To update and maintain park opening signs removing any graffiti or other disfigurements, whilst also ensuring that the correct opening hours are displayed. To carry out minor repairs on these signs if required, and to display stencils and temporary signage, on a range of issues as directed by Park Management. To undertake routine inspection of paths, parks furniture, lighting etc completing the necessary inspection records and reporting any faults / issues. To provide attendant duties at park buildings, playgrounds, pavilions, properties and open spaces. Essential criteria Qualifications and experience Applicants must, as at the closing date for receipt of application forms: have a full, current driving licence which enables them to drive in Northern Ireland, or, have access to a form of transport which enables them to carry out the duties of the post in full and be able to demonstrate by providing personal and specific examples on the application form, that they have at least one year's relevant experience in each of the following three areas: dealing effectively with members of the public in a face-to-face environment; working within a security role, for example, opening/closing facilities, carrying out patrols, setting alarms, recording and reporting incidents and working with other statutory bodies, for example, the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI);AND working in an enforcement or legislative role, for example, dog control orders, litter code and, or alcohol enforcement. Other Requirements: Please note that successful candidate's will be required to complete Basic Access NI Security Clearance at a cost of £18. To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Glenda Reddington at Vickerstock. Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit Vickerstock to view a wide selection of our current jobs All conversations will be treated in the strictest of confidence Skills: waste council procedures