Part Time Park Services-Landscape

ELKHART COUNTY GOVERNMENTAL POSITION VACANCY NOTICE

PART-TIME PARK SERVICES- LANDSCAPE

DEPARTMENT: Elkhart County Parks & Recreation

HIRING RATE: Up to $18.25/hour

BENEFITS: No Benefits Offered

POSITION TO BE FILLED: April 2026

HOURS & DAYS OF WORK: 16 hours/week as assigned including evenings & weekends; Seasonal position for 28 weeks (April-Mid October)

LOCATION OF POSITION: Cobus Creek and other various park locations, Goshen, Elkhart County

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Between parks (please complete driving page on application)

Job Summary The primary function of this position is to assist with the planting, thinning, watering, pruning, weeding, removal, and mulching of trees, shrubs, flowers, and gardening at landscaped park sites. Other secondary projects may include the establishment of native plants/natural areas, programming related to plants, and working with landscape volunteers.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, higher education and/or previous experience in landscaping, biology, and land management preferred
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to lift 80 pounds, kneel, bend, push, and do physical labor related to gardening; plus, work in all types of weather
• Knowledge and skills of garden landscaping, especially with the use of native plants and removal of non-native plant species
• Ability to operate lawn equipment and hand/garden tools
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently
• Pre-employment background check and drug screen

Elkhart County Human Resources

117 N. Second Street, Goshen, IN 46526

Telephone: (574) 535-6725 FAX: (574) 535-6750

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED

Elkhart County is an Equal Opportunity Employer