Park Greeter

Town of Cape Elizabeth

Opening posted: 02/11/2026 | Expires: 05/01/2026

START DATE: May 4th, 2026
CLOSING DATE: Until the position is filled
JOB TYPE: Part-time Seasonal (16-24 hrs/week)
26-Week Season (May-October)
SALARY: $16.00-$18.00/hr
DEPARTMENT: Cape Elizabeth Community Services

Overview
The Town of Cape Elizabeth seeks applicants for an open Park Greeter position at Fort Williams
Park. Fort Williams Park is a 90-acre municipal park that welcomes approximately 1 million
annual visitors. Situated within the park is Portland Head Light– completed in 1791 under the
commission of President George Washington. Park amenities include the Portland Head Light
Museum & Gift Shop, historical sites, athletic fields, children play areas, a beach, walking trails,
picnic tables, charcoal grills, tennis and pickleball courts, an off-leash dog walking area, a pond,
portable toilets, and food vendors. Visitors include local residents and tourists from all over the
world.

Position Description
Park Greeters staff the Visitor Services booth in the park’s central parking lot, and assist visitors,
commercial vehicle drivers, and tour guides arriving into the park. Daily duties include collecting
motorcoach fees, monitoring the bus lane and central parking lot, answering visitor questions
about the park and local area, providing local directions, and interpreting park features and
history to the public. Work is completed under the general supervision of the Fort Williams Park
Supervisor. Successful greeters are outgoing and knowledgeable of the Greater Portland area.

Position Requirements
● Strong interpersonal skills.
● Customer service oriented.
● Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
● The ability to work effectively in a team environment.
● Initiative, self-motivation, and good judgment.
● Any equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession
of the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
● A valid driver’s license.

Application Process
Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter and completed job application to the
Director of Community Services/Fort Williams Park. Call (207) 799-2868 for more
information/questions.