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Lake Metroparks is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin or disability in employment.
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Lake Metroparks Administrative Offices
Personnel Department
11211 Spear Rd.
Concord Twp., OH 44077
Contact information
phone: 440-639-7275
fax: 440-639-9126
email
TTY Capabilities are available
by calling 1-800-669-9226
Office Hours:
Monday through Friday from 8 am to 4:30 pm
There are no full time positions posted at this time.
Interpretive Naturalist
Wage: $9.25/hr.
Method for Applying: Apply online at: Lakemetroparks.com
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Description: A part-time, hourly position in the Department of Interpretation. Under the supervision of the Nature Center Interpretive Manager, executes interpretive programs on natural and/or cultural history and staffs Nature Center. Addresses environmental issues and relates the above activities to the park district’s role as a land steward.
Hours: 24 to 28 hours per week.
Examples of Work:
- Executes and evaluates park-sponsored and requested interpretive programs for adults and families at Penitentiary Glen Reservation.
- Fills Naturalist on Duty (NOD) role on weekdays and weekends.
- Assists with department programs, special events, projects, and other naturalist duties as needed.
- Responsible for communication with supervisor via in-person meetings, phone calls and e-mail. Responsible for maintaining current knowledge of Lake Metroparks and Penitentiary Glen Nature Center/Reservation, in order to fulfill a role as park representative.
Education/Experience Required: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in natural sciences, environmental education or related field or equivalent experience. Other Requirements: Valid Ohio Driver’s License. Must be insurable by Lake Metroparks auto insurance. Annually completes all necessary safety and professional trainings as required by Lake Metroparks and supervisor.
Desirable Traits/Skills: Ability to write and speak in a clear, concise manner, ability to work with people in a pleasant, enthusiastic and appropriate manner. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Creative, flexible. Well organized. Ability to stimulate interest and excitement about program subject and the park district in visitors and other staff. Available weekdays, evenings and weekends.
Registration and Visitor Services Clerk
Wage: $9.25/hr. min.
Method for Applying: Apply online
Closing Date: May 8, 2013 or until filled.
Brief Description/Requirements: Part-time, year-round position up to 24 hours per week available with the Registration and Visitor Services Department at Lake Metroparks’ Headquarters in Concord Township providing outstanding customer service to park patrons in person and over the phone. Requires exceptional interpersonal skills, accurate and efficient computer skills, handling of cash and related general office and clerical duties.
Some responsibilities include program registration, scheduling school requested programs, special event ticket sales, facility rentals and answering park related questions with courtesy and confidence.
This position requires the desire to provide exceptional customer service, good social and communication skills, dependability and the support of the mission of Lake Metroparks.
- Farmpark
Wage: $8.00/hr. min.
Method for Applying: Apply online
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Brief Description/Requirements: Part-time position working 16-29 hours per week year-round in building maintenance at Lake Metroparks Farmpark in Kirtland. Must be willing to work weekdays, weekends, holidays and evenings. Requires highly motivated individual with the ability to perform physical labor, snow removal, custodial duties, painting, litter removal and assist with special events.
- Penitentiary Glen Nature Center (Weekdays)
Wage: $9.25/hr. min.
Method for Applying: Apply online
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Brief Description/Requirements: Part-time position working 16-29 hours per week year-round in building maintenance at Penitentiary Glen Nature Center in Kirtland. Must be willing to work primarily weekdays. Some weekends, holidays and evenings required. Requires highly motivated individual with the ability to perform physical labor, snow removal, janitorial duties, minor repairs, painting, litter removal, landscaping, and assist with special events/park programs. Ability to process orders and stock supplies. Experience in troubleshooting HVAC systems helpful.
Rate: $7.85/hr. min.
Method for Applying: Apply online
Brief Description/Requirements: Lake Metroparks has an opening for year-round Farmpark Interpreter to greet guests and assist in the coordination of programs and events. Responsibilities may include presenting plant & animal programs to public visitors. Conduct education programs for groups. Care for farm animals & work in gardens. Requires willingness to learn new material and speak in front of groups of people (will train). Must be outgoing and organized. Hours vary (under 30 hours/week). Requires some weekend work.
Applications for summer 2013 seasonal positions are now being accepted.
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