City of Chesterfield Career Opportunities

The Aquatic Aide will be under the general supervision of the Aquatics Manager/Recreation, Recreation Specialist and Aquatic Aid Manager, and shall be responsible for the routine work in operating of the aquatic concession’s facility and in the daily operations of the aquatic center front desk and slides.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares concessions for operation
• Maintains equipment and facilities
• Responsible for the accounting of monies received
• Enforces park and facility rules in a courteous manner
• Professional and courteous to customers
• Cleans work area and empties trash
• Selling season passes and program registrations
• Checking in season pass holders and daily admission guests
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Slide dispatch

Knowledge

Basic knowledge of restaurant and or food preparation. Basic knowledge of computer skills and capable of accurate money handling; Basic knowledge of equipment to do related work.

Skills

Must be able to adeptly handle multiple priorities, problems, and demanding situations; possess strong oral communication skills; be able to look toward the future while dealing with the demands of the present; possess strong planning and organization skills; be creative and proactive, yet politically sensitive; possess strong customer service skills and be a team player.

Abilities

Ability to work indoors and outdoors with long varied hours such as days, nights, holidays and weekends. Must be able to bend, kneel stoop, reach and lift. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time and where frequent interruptions prevail. Must be able to operate a computer, cash drawer and credit card machine.

Must be able to work with potentially dangerous equipment. Requires alertness, precision memory, concentration, judgement, reasoning, patience, problem solving and imagination. Must be quality minded, safety conscious, people and service oriented, a team player and self-starter.

Minimum Education, Certification and Experience

Must be at least 16 years of age. Must complete the City of Chesterfield Training/Orientation Program. Must be flexible to work mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.

A City Employment Application must be submitted for consideration.
You may email your resume to hr@chesterfield.mo.us

The Aquatic Aide Manager will be under the general supervision of the Recreation Manager-Aquatics and Recreation Specialist, and shall be responsible for assisting in managing the concession stand at the Chesterfield Family Aquatic Center. Assists in training and supervision of aquatic aides. At times will assist with the front desk operations and nightly deposits.

Must be flexible to working Days, Evenings, Nights, weekends and Holidays.

• Operate a food and beverage concession operation.
• Assist upper management with training and supervision of aquatic aides
• Performs and oversees cleaning and maintenance of food service area, outside concession eating area and aquatic center entryway.
• Responsible for the accounting of monies received and making accurate nightly deposits.
• Ensures compliance with health and sanitation requirements that will meet or exceed St. Louis County Health Department Standards.
• Make written and oral reports as directed.
• Exhibit a high degree of customer service skills and positive attitude with staff and customers at all times.
• Enforce park and facility rules in a courteous manner.
• Exhibits a professional image, behavior, appearance and demeanor at all times.
• Works well with others, creates a teamwork atmosphere for fellow co-workers.
• Maintains positive experience for every patron and responds to internal and external requests without delay.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Basic knowledge of restaurant and or food preparation.
• Basic knowledge of computer skill.
• Implementing and monitoring cashiering and cash control procedures.
• Basic knowledge of equipment to do related work.
• Ability to train and evaluating others in work procedures.
• Must have effective decision -making skills and public relation skills
• Time and Stress Management skills.
• Must be able to adeptly handle multiple priorities, problems, and demanding situations.
• Possess strong oral communication skills; be able to look toward the future while dealing with the demands of the present.
• Possess strong planning and organization skills.
• Be creative and proactive.
• Possess strong customer service skills.
• Able to be a team player and create a team atmosphere for Aquatic Aides.
• Must be able to lift at least 25lbs.

Abilities

Ability to work indoors and outdoors with long varied hours such as days, nights, holidays and weekends. Must be able to bend, kneel stoop, reach and lift. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time and where frequent interruptions prevail. Must be able to operate a computer, cash drawer and credit card machine.

Must be able to work with potentially dangerous equipment. Requires alertness, precision memory, concentration, judgement, reasoning, patience, problem solving and imagination. Must be quality minded, safety conscious, people and service oriented, a team player and self-starter.

Minimum Education, Certification and Experience

• Must be at least 18 years of age and/or equivalent experience.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Previous supervision experience preferred.
• Must complete the City of Chesterfield Training/Orientation Program.

A City Employment Application must be submitted for consideration.
You may email your resume to hr@chesterfield.mo.us

The City of Chesterfield is seeking Concession Workers for the 2022 Season with the Chesterfield Parks, Recreation & Arts Department.

Position Summary

The concession worker will be under the general supervision of the Recreation Manager, and shall be responsible for the routine manual work in maintaining, cleaning and operating of concession facilities. 

• Prepares concessions for operation as trained;
• Prepares food and beverages;
• Maintains equipment and facilities by performing manual labor and semi-skilled work;
• Responsible for the accounting of monies received;
• Make written and oral reports as directed;
• Enforces park and facility rules in a courteous manner;
• Professional and courteous to all customers;
• Cleans work area and empties trash;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Must be able to adeptly handle multiple priorities, problems, and demanding situations; possess strong oral communication skills; be able to look toward the future, while dealing with the demands of the present; possess strong planning and organizational skills; be creative and proactive, yet politically sensitive; possess a strong customer service orientation; and be a team player.

Minimum Education, Certification and Experience

Must be at least 15 years of age. Must complete the City of Chesterfield Training/Orientation program.

This is a seasonal, non-exempt, position with an hourly salary of $11.50.

A City Employment Application must be submitted for consideration.
You may email your resume to hr@chesterfield.mo.us

The City of Chesterfield is accepting applications for the position of Concessions Manager for the 2022 Season.  

The Concessions Manager will be under the general supervision of the Recreation Manager and is responsible assisting in managing the concession operation at the Chesterfield Valley Athletic Complex, Chesterfield Family Aquatic Center, and other City facilities. Assists in the recruitment, training and supervision of concession workers.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate a food and beverage concession operation around multi-facility.
• Assist Recreation Manager - Concessions in recruitment training and supervision of assistant concession managers and concession workers;
• Assist in maintaining high sanitation/hygiene expectations that will meet or exceed St. Louis County Health Department Standards;
• Take inventory, prepare, sell, service food items to customers;
• Responsible for the accounting of monies received and making accurate night deposits;
• Performs and oversees cleaning and maintenance of food service areas;
• Ensures compliance with health and sanitation requirements;
• Maintains quality control on all food items;
• Make written and oral reports as directed;
• Exhibit a high degree of customer service skills and positive attitude with staff and customers at all times;
• Enforce park and facility rules in a courteous manner;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Must be able to adeptly handle multiple priorities, problems, and demanding situations; possess strong written and oral communication skills; be able to look toward the future, while dealing with the demands of the present; possess strong planning and organizational skills; be knowledgeable of current trends, resources, legislation, and funding sources; be creative and proactive, yet politically sensitive; possess a strong customer service orientation; and be a team player.

This is a seasonal, non-exempt, positon paying an hourly rate of $13.75.

A City Employment Application must be submitted for consideration.
You may email your resume to hr@chesterfield.mo.us

The City of Chesterfield is accepting applications for the position of Seasonal Maintenance Worker (March-November).

• Physically participates in the construction and maintenance of park, recreation, beautification areas and public grounds.
• Maintenance and repair of park equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Assists in turf management programs for a high-quality sports complex, parks beautification areas, and public grounds.
• Operates equipment/tools including rakes, brooms, string trimmers, push mowers, augers, etc.
• Perform a wide range of duties associated with the maintenance and operation of the athletic facility that include: Trash removal, cleaning restrooms, skinned infield prep, baseball/softball game day set up, field painting, soccer field set up, football field set up.
• Assists in the planning, organization, implementation and maintenance of various types of landscapes within the city. Areas include but are not limited to traditional perennial and annual plantings, large native grass lands, trees, wildflower, and wetland locations.
• Assists in the maintenance of landscape areas: planting, watering, pruning, weeding, fertilize as needed.
• Sets up, cleans up and prepares for various civic or recreational programs or activities.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Must be at least 18 years of age and able to work various hours such as days, nights, weekends and holidays.

This is a seasonal position paying an hourly salary of $12.00.  

A City Employment Application must be submitted for consideration.

You may email your resume to hr@chesterfield.mo.us

Under the direct supervision of the Head Guards, Pool Managers, Recreation Specialists, Aquatics Manager/Recreation. The Lifeguard is preventing aquatic emergencies by maintaining 10/20 surveillance protection and enforcing pool rules. As well as providing quality customer service and safe and clean aquatic facility.

Must be available to work: Days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.

• Provide a safe aquatic environment for the public.
• Responsible for enforcing rules and regulations governing the conduct of pool patrons.
• Lifeguard skills maintained at Test Ready Skills at all times.
• Attendance of mandatory monthly in-service trainings 4 hrs. per month
• Maintenance and cleaning of the pool, pool deck, concessions, locker rooms, showers, rest rooms, and other areas as directed by the managers.
• Project a professional and healthy image through dress, behavior and attitude.
• Respond to all patron needs in a courteous manner and report comments/complaints to the manager on duty.
• On time for all shifts
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills required:

• Must be able to lift 25 lbs. objects.
• Maintain a professional and mature attitude toward responsibilities, fellow staff and patrons.
• Work effectively with supervisors, co-workers and the public.
• Ability to act quickly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Duties require attentiveness to visual and audible cues for recognition and identification of swimmers in distress or in process of un-safe behavior.

Minimum Qualifications/Skills:

• Must be a minimum of 15 years of age
• Must currently or be able to possess the following certifications (Training is available)
  • Jeff Ellis and Associates Lifeguard License
• Must complete the City of Chesterfield Training/Orientation Program

Abilities

Abilities while performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, kneel, stand, stoop, communicate, reach and manipulate objects.  This position requires mobility Duties require attentiveness to visual and audible cues for recognition and identification of swimmers in distress or in process of un-safe behavior. This position requires proficient swimming ability and the proper application of rescue and first-aid techniques. This position requires the ability to properly extract Guests in Distress from anywhere in the aquatic environment,

Working conditions- Manual labor is required Extreme weather conditions and working with chemicals are factors in this position.

A City Employment Application must be submitted for consideration.
You may email your resume to hr@chesterfield.mo.us

The Recreation Aide reports to the Superintendent of Recreation and will assist in the supervision of and the cleaning of the Chesterfield Community Center. Assist with programs and events within the Recreation Division at the Community Center and Parks. This may include Concessions, Aquatic Center, and Administration.

• Assists in the operations of the Chesterfield Community Center and the Chesterfield Family Aquatic Center;
• Assist with programs and special events for all groups, Seniors, Youth, etc.;
• Although not a direct supervisor, may provide occasional supervision of independent contractors, and interns;
• Ability to perform cleaning tasks;
• Performs a wide range of duties associated with the maintenance and operation of facilities;
• Assists other divisions and departments during emergencies and is on-call to respond;
• Assists in maintenance of tools, equipment and facilities. Knowledgeable in care and use of equipment;
• Performs other duties as assigned;
• Shift requirements to include days, nights and weekends.

Knowledge

Knowledge of principles and practices associated with recreation and special event programming, marketing, maintenance and operations of parks, and recreation facilities.

Skills

Must be able to adeptly handle multiple priorities, problems, and demanding situations; possess strong written and oral communication skills; be able to look toward the future, while dealing with the demands of the present; possess strong planning and organizational skills; possess a strong customer service orientation; and be a team player.

Abilities

Ability to withstand exposure to variable weather conditions and to do work that is generally out of doors with long and varied hours such as days, nights, weekends and holidays. Must be able to bend, kneel, stoop, reach and lift. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, operate equipment up to fifty percent of the day, and where noise and interruptions prevail. May be required to move tables, chairs, cabinets, equipment, supplies, etc. to maximum of 50 pounds. Must be able to work with potentially dangerous chemicals and equipment. Requires alertness, precision, memory, concentration, judgement, reasoning, patience, problem solving, and imagination. Must be quality minded safety conscious, people and service oriented, a team player and self-starter.

Minimum Education, Certification and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required with substantial course work from an accredited college or university towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Parks and Recreation Administration, Facility Management, Sports Management, or a closely related field. Must have a valid Drivers license and maintain a safe driving record. CPR and AED certifications are desired.

The City of Chesterfield is accepting applications for the position of Recreation Aide- Sports and Wellness for the 2022 season.

Position Summary

The Recreation Aide reports to the Recreation Manager – Sports and Wellness and will assist in the supervision of recreation facilities and programs. This may include Concessions, Center, and Athletic Complex; and Administration. Also, may perform supervision of seasonal, full–time maintenance workers, and interns.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in the monitoring of contract compliance to performance and quality standards using onsite visits, staff reports and other assessment methods;
• Although not a direct supervisor, may provide occasional supervision of independent contractors, and interns;
• Assists in the operations of the Chesterfield Valley Athletic Complex, and the Chesterfield Family Aquatic Center;
• Assists in the administration of contract operations of the aquatic center;
• Physically participates in the construction and maintenance of park, recreation, beautification areas, rights-of-ways, and public grounds;
• Assists in the maintenance and repair of all recreation equipment, tools, and supplies;
• Assists in turf maintenance programs for a high-quality sports complex, parks and beautification areas;
• Performs a wide range of duties associated with the maintenance and operation of facilities;
• Works as a lead worker or crew foreman as assigned. Responsible for the work of small crews involved in Recreation operations;
• Assists other divisions and departments during emergencies and is on-call to respond.
• Assists in maintenance of tools, equipment and facilities. Knowledgeable in care and use of equipment;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Must be able to adeptly handle multiple priorities, problems, and demanding situations; possess strong written and oral communication skills; be able to look toward the future, while dealing with the demands of the present; possess strong planning and organizational skills; possess a strong customer service orientation; and be a team player.

This is a part-time, non-exempt, position with a starting hourly rate of $13.75.  

A City Employment Application must be submitted for consideration.

You may email your resume to hr@chesterfield.mo.us

The City of Chesterfield is accepting applications for the position of Planner.

Position Summary

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Prepares technical reports and makes presentations, including discussions with policy alternatives and recommended course of action, to the Architectural Review Board, Planning Commission, Board of Adjustment, and Planning and Public Works Committee.

Assists in preparation for and conducting of public meetings, hearings and presentations.

Basic knowledge of zoning and urban planning principles.

Ability to prepare reports, maps, graphic displays and provide presentations before a variety of audiences including elected officials and the general public.

Analytical and research skills with the ability to interpret data and provide professional recommendations.

Exercises initiative and interest in establishing effective working relationships and providing a high level of service to the general public. 

Experience with Access databases, GIS, and other planning related tools and software.

Minimum Education, Certification, and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning or other related field and two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in planning or related field. A Master’s Degree in Urban Planning or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of experience.

A City Employment Application must be submitted for consideration.

Candidates may email their resume to hr@chesterfield.mo.us.

The City of Chesterfield is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer.

The position provides police patrols, protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances and apprehension of criminal violators.  This position will be assigned to the Patrol Division.   

High school diploma or GED required, two years of college credit preferred.   P.O.S.T certification preferred or must successfully complete the State mandated 600 hours of basic police academy training. 

This is a full-time, non-exempt, position with a starting salary of $58,500 with P.O.S.T. Certification.

A City Employment Application must be submitted for consideration.
You may email your resume to hr@chesterfield.mo.us

The City of Chesterfield is accepting internal applications for the Street Maintenance Crew Leader position.

Position performs a wide variety of manual tasks including skilled and semi-skilled work and equipment operation in maintaining City streets, sidewalks, street trees, public grounds and facilities, and storm sewers.  Works independently, at a skilled level, under general supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor and other personnel as assigned.  Serves as a crew leader to provide general direction to maintenance workers within his/her crew. 

Performs work associated with the construction and maintenance of streets, sidewalks, urban forests, and storm sewers.  Operates dump trucks, backhoe, skid steer loader and attachments, sweeper, loader, and other equipment as assigned.  Works with hot mix asphalt:  shovels, rakes, places, and compacts asphalt mix.  Works with Portland cement concrete:  sets and removes forms; places, strikes off, levels, screeds, floats, finishes, and joints concrete.  Spreads and compacts aggregate base and gravel.  Operates vehicles and equipment.  Installs drain pipes and cleans ditches.  Assists in other duties as assigned.

Serves as a working crew leader, providing general direction to senior maintenance workers and maintenance workers within his/her crew.  Responsible for the work of small crews involved in Public Works operations.  Acts as Street Maintenance Supervisor in his/her absence. 

Operates snowplow-equipped truck to spread deicing chemicals, and participates in other snow removal activities as assigned.  Assists in the oversight of snow removal operations. 

Rakes and cleans streets, sidewalks, gutters, storm drains, shop, and yard areas. 

Welds, paints and performs other maintenance tasks.

Cares for plants.  Removes, prunes and trims trees located within City rights of ways and on public grounds and spaces.  Performs various landscaping, beautification, and plant care activities.

Sets up, cleans up and prepares for various civic or recreational programs or activities.

Assists in maintenance of tools, equipment and facilities.  Knowledgeable in care and use of equipment.  Orders materials, tools, and equipment.

Maintains facilities and grounds of public parks and property.

Assists other divisions during emergencies and is on-call to respond. 

Serves as primary stand by duty representative for Public Works as assigned. 

Safely operates heavy trucks and pulls equipment floats, trailers and hauls materials to work sites.

Responsible for Stand by Duty a minimum of two weeks per year.  Available for call-ins outside regular working hours.

Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of methods, materials and tools used in general maintenance of streets.  Knowledge of work hazards and safety precautions.  Skill in operation of tools and equipment used in street maintenance and repair.  Ability to operate Street Division vehicles and heavy equipment at an advanced level.  Ability to perform heavy manual labor requiring good physical condition.  Ability to follow oral and written instructions.  Ability to withstand exposure to variable weather conditions and to do work that is generally out of doors.  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.  Ability to lead other workers as assigned.  Ability to work days, evenings, and weekends.

Minimum Education, Certification, and Experience Requirements

Minimum of five years of experience in Public Works operations.  Experience and demonstrated mastery in most areas of the City’s public works operations.      

High school diploma or equivalent required. Meet all DOT physical requirements.  Valid Class A Commercial Driver's license within sixty (60) days of employment.

The minimum annual salary for this non-exempt position is: $51,474.

The City of Chesterfield is accepting applications for the position of Street Maintenance Worker. 

Performs work associated with the construction and maintenance of streets, sidewalks, urban forests, and storm sewers.  Operates dump trucks, backhoe, skid steer loader and attachments, sweeper, loader, and other equipment as assigned.  Works with hot mix asphalt:  shovels, rakes, places, and compacts asphalt mix.  Works with Portland cement concrete:  sets and removes forms; places, strikes off, levels, screeds, floats, finishes, and joints concrete.  Spreads and compacts aggregate base and gravel.  Operates vehicles and equipment.   Installs drain pipes and cleans ditches. Assists in other duties as assigned. 

• Operates snowplow-equipped truck to spread deicing chemicals, and participates in other snow removal activities as assigned.
• Rakes and cleans streets, sidewalks, gutters, storm drains shop, and yard
• Welds, paints and performs other maintenance tasks.
• Cares for plants. Removes, prunes and trims trees located within City rights of ways and on public grounds and Performs various landscaping, beautification, and plant care activities. 
• Sets up, cleans up and prepares for various civic or recreational programs or activities.
• Assists in maintenance of tools, equipment and Knowledgeable in care and use of equipment. Maintains facilities and grounds of public parks and property.   
• Assists other divisions during emergencies and is on-call to respond.
• Safely operates heavy trucks and pulls equipment floats (if Class A CDL), trailers, and hauls materials to work sites.
• Available for call-ins outside regular working hours.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities 

Knowledge of methods, materials and tools used in general maintenance of streets.  Knowledge of work hazards and safety precautions.  Skill in operation of tools and equipment used in street maintenance and repair.  Ability to operate Street Division vehicles and heavy equipment. Ability to perform heavy manual labor requiring good physical condition.  Ability to follow oral and written instructions.  Ability to withstand exposure to variable weather conditions and to do work that is generally outdoors.  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.  Ability to work days, evenings, and weekends.  

Minimum Education, Certification, and Experience Requirements 

Minimum of one-year experience in Public Works operations.  Experience and demonstrated competency in at least one of the City’s public works operational areas. 

High school diploma or equivalent required. Meet all DOT physical requirements. Valid Class B Commercial Driver's license within sixty (60) days of employment. 

Full-time, non-exempt, position with a salary starting at $40,862.

A City Employment Application must be submitted for consideration.

You may email your resume to hr@chesterfield.mo.us

The City of Chesterfield is accepting applications for the position of Building Attendant. Position works independently under the general supervision of the Building Maintenance Supervisor.

Performs general labor, basic maintenance, and janitorial tasks to clean and care for the City facilities in order to maintain a safe, sanitary, and attractive environment. Performs routine cleaning, vacuuming, mopping, dusting, waxing, buffing, washing windows, emptying trash and recycle receptacles, cleaning / disinfecting bathrooms, stocking supplies, and general clean-up of the facility exterior.

Must possess knowledge of methods, materials, and tools used in general building maintenance and cleaning practices/procedures. Must possess a valid Missouri Driver’s License and be able to work days, evenings and weekends. High school diploma or equivalent and two years’ experience in maintenance and janitorial-related work preferred.

This is a non-exempt position with a starting annual rate of $37,835 ($18.18/hour).

A City Employment Application must be submitted for consideration.

You may email your resume to hr@chesterfield.mo.us

Position performs janitorial tasks to clean and care for City owned facilities.  Works independently under general supervision of the Building Maintenance Supervisor. Assists in other duties as assigned. 

Applicant must possess knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in general cleaning practices and procedures.   Must possess a valid Missouri Drivers License and be able to work evenings and weekends. High school diploma and/or equivalent and two years experience in janitorial work preferred.

This is a part-time, non-exempt, position with an hourly rate of pay of $12, for a maximum of 1,000 hours per year.

A City Employment Application must be submitted for consideration.

You may email your resume to hr@chesterfield.mo.us