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Position	Park Biologist, Part-time, Year Round
Classification	Salary Schedule C
Benefits	Participation in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS); Sick Leave
Profile	Working under the direction of the Chief of Natural Resources, assist with resource management projects throughout the district in cooperation with a multi-disciplinary team of scientists. Assist with design and implementation of ecological surveys to identify natural resources present within Metro Parks land holdings. Assist with design of ecological restoration projects. Perform wetlands delineations and help facilitate Metro Parks development projects through Section 404 and 401 permit applications and mitigation plans. Prepare natural resource mapping products using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) technology. Assist with all natural and cultural resource management, including resource inventory and restoration activities in the Metro Parks.
Qualifications	Broad, general understanding of natural resource issues, typically acquired through formal training at the bachelor's degree level. Background in botany, wetlands science, and ecological restoration preferred. Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills. Written and oral communication skills; presentation skills. Computer skills. Experience with Global Information Systems (GPS) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology. Demonstrated organizational skills and time management. Conflict resolution skills. Valid Ohio driver's license. Ohio Pesticide Applicators license within one year of employment. First Aid/CPR certification within six months of employment.
Conditions of Employment	Must successfully complete a one-year probationary period.
Contact	Please send a letter of interest and resume to: Human Resources Metro Parks, Serving Summit County 975 Treaty Line Rd. Akron, OH 44313 employment@summitmetroparks.org Phone calls will not be accepted.
Closing date	Open until filled
Date posted online	May 2, 2013

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Position	Part-time, Year-round Park Technician
Salary	Hourly: $11.23 - $14.50
Benefits	Participation in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS)
Profile	Reports to the Park Manager, Assistant Park Manager, Project Manager or Crew Leader; performs unskilled and semi-skilled duties necessary for the maintenance of park properties, areas, buildings, and facilities; helps with the construction of certain park improvement projects.
Qualifications	Graduate of a high school or GED equivalent. Possession of a valid driver's license. Experience in lawn care, landscaping, and painting preferred. Ability to perform substantial physical labor, outdoors in all weather conditions. Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written instructions.
Conditions of Employment	Must successfully complete a 180-day probationary period.
Contact	Please send a letter of interest and resume to: Human Resources Metro Parks, Serving Summit County 975 Treaty Line Rd. Akron, OH 44313 employment@summitmetroparks.org Phone calls will not be accepted.
Closing date	Open until filled
Date posted online	March 21, 2013

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Position	Customer Service Representative F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm
Classification	Non-Exempt; Casual Employee Status
Benefits	Participation in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS)
Profile	Assist park staff and volunteers with the management of the day-to-day operations of F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm visitors center, providing customer service to the public, for 15 to 32 hours per week, year-round.
Qualifications	Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent. Customer service and retail experience. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to relate to and work with all types of people with tact/diplomacy. Customer service skills. Communication skills: oral, written and telephone. Ability to self-start in assigned projects. Computer skills: Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, familiar with database & data entry, email and internet. Ability to operate miscellaneous office equipment such as fax, copier, phones, laminating machine, video equipment, cash register, credit card machine, etc. Understanding of office procedures and protocols. Organizational skills; demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Valid Ohio driver’s license.
Conditions of Employment	Must successfully complete a 180-day probationary period.
Contact	Human Resources Metro Parks, Serving Summit County 975 Treaty Line Rd. Akron, OH 44313 employment@summitmetroparks.org Phone calls will not be accepted.
Closing date	Open until filled
Date posted online	April 25, 2013

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Position	Interpretive Services Intern
Salary	Hourly: $8.50; up to 40 hours/week for up to 18 weeks
Benefits	Participation in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS)
Profile	Assigned to the Interpretive Services Department; works with the Interpretive Services staff and manager to carry out the department's mission. Plans, schedules and conducts interpretive, educational, and recreational activities throughout the park district. The internship will be available primarily during the summer months but may be any time of the year not to exceed 18 weeks.
Qualifications	Must be currently enrolled in wildlife management, natural resources management or closely related degree program from an accredited university or college. May be enrolled in an associate's, bachelor's or master's degree program.
Conditions of Employment	Must successfully complete a four-week probationary period.
Contact	Please send a letter of interest and resume to: Human Resources Metro Parks, Serving Summit County 975 Treaty Line Rd. Akron, OH 44313 employment@summitmetroparks.org Phone calls will not be accepted.
Closing date	Open until filled
Date posted online	April 12, 2013

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Position	Operations Intern (three positions)
Salary	Hourly: $8.50; up to 40 hours/week for up to 18 weeks
Benefits	Participation in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS)
Profile	Reports to the Regional Manager, or Operations Services Manager, and will also receive direction from the Park Manager, Assistant Park Manager, Crew Leader or other designated supervisor. Cuts grass, weeds and brush primarily using hand tools and mowers. Weeds and cultivates park grounds. Cleans restrooms and buildings. Performs other related custodial duties. Cleans culverts, ditches and other drainage facilities. Grades and maintains trails, picnic areas and other facilities. Assists in special events and activities sponsored by the park district. Participates in the safety and risk management programs of the park district. May perform the duties of a boat attendant. Performs other related duties as assigned by supervision. Works on projects outside of maintenance to assist management.
Qualifications	Must be currently enrolled in park management, natural resources management or closely related degree program from an accredited university or college. May be enrolled in an associate's, bachelor's or master's degree program.
Conditions of Employment	Must successfully complete a four-week probationary period.
Contact	Please send a letter of interest and resume to: Human Resources Metro Parks, Serving Summit County 975 Treaty Line Rd. Akron, OH 44313 employment@summitmetroparks.org Phone calls will not be accepted.
Closing date	Open until filled
Date posted online	March 21, 2013

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Position	Gate Attendant Supervisor - Summer 2013
Salary	Starting rate: Minimum wage
Benefits	Participation in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS)
Profile	To schedule and supervise the gate attendants while also performing the duties of a gate attendant.
Qualifications	Graduation from a high school or GED required
Conditions of Employment	Must successfully complete a two-week probationary period. Possession of a valid driver's license.
Application	Download a seasonal application
Contact	Human Resources: Metro Parks, Serving Summit County 975 Treaty Line Rd. Akron, OH 44313 employment@summitmetroparks.org Phone calls will not be accepted.
Closing date	Open until filled
Date posted online	January 29, 2013

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Position	Gate Attendant - Summer 2013
Salary	Starting rate: Minimum wage
Benefits	Participation in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS)
Profile	To be present at entrance gate at designated assigned park during the swimming season. Sell daily admission tickets and season passes. Admit individuals with purchased season passes or who pay the daily entrance fee. Greet and assist park patrons.
Qualifications	High school student, graduation from a high school or GED preferred
Conditions of Employment	Must successfully complete a two-week probationary period. Possession of a valid driver's license.
Application	Download a seasonal application
Contact	Human Resources: Metro Parks, Serving Summit County 975 Treaty Line Rd. Akron, OH 44313 employment@summitmetroparks.org Phone calls will not be accepted.
Closing date	Open until filled
Date posted online	January 29, 2013

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Position	Head Lifeguard - Summer 2013
Salary	Salary Schedule C
Benefits	Participation in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS)
Profile	The head lifeguard supervises the operation of swimming facilities in Munroe Falls Metro Park and Silver Creek Metro Park. Lifeguards provide a safe swimming and beach area for park visitors, perform safety-maintenance duties, and carry out instructions of supervisors and the policies of Metro Parks, Serving Summit County.
Supervision	Reports to the park manager and chief of rangers
Responsibilities	1) Perform maintenance and service functions as outlined in the lifeguard guidelines and/or assigned by the park manager. 2) Perform all duties of a lifeguard. 3) Enforce park district rules and regulations on the waterfront area. 4) Participate in the safety and risk management program of the park district. 5) Perform other related duties as assigned.
Education	High School student or GED equivalent. Associate's degree preferred
Experience	Two years of experience as a lifeguard at a pool or, preferably, a beach.
Knowledge & Abilities	1) Ability to deal courteously with the public. 2) Ability to make a prompt response in an emergency. 3) Demonstrated emotional intelligence, including: self-awareness and accurate self-assessment; sensitivity and empathy; openness, reliability, trust and consistency.
Licenses	Possession of valid State of Ohio driver's license. Must successfully complete and be current in the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Course (or equivalent); Lifeguard Training Instructors' Course preferred. Must possess current certification in Community First Aid and CPR/AED for the Health Care Provider. Must pass Metro Parks water test specific to the facility.
Conditions of Employment	Must successfully complete a two-week probationary period
Application	Download a seasonal application
Contact	Human Resources: Metro Parks, Serving Summit County 975 Treaty Line Rd. Akron, OH 44313 employment@summitmetroparks.org Phone calls will not be accepted.
Closing date	Open until filled
Date posted online	January 29, 2013

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Position	Assistant Head Lifeguard - Summer 2013
Salary	Salary Schedule C
Benefits	Participation in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS)
Profile	The head lifeguard supervises the operation of swimming facilities in Munroe Falls Metro Park and Silver Creek Metro Park. Lifeguards provide a safe swimming and beach area for park visitors, perform safety-maintenance duties, and carry out instructions of supervisors and the policies of Metro Parks, Serving Summit County.
Supervision	Reports to the park manager and chief of rangers
Responsibilities	1) Perform maintenance and service functions as outlined in the lifeguard guidelines and/or assigned by the park manager. 2) Perform all duties of a lifeguard. 3) Enforce park district rules and regulations on the waterfront area. 4) Participate in the safety and risk management program of the park district. 5) Perform other related duties as assigned.
Education	High School student or GED equivalent. Associate's degree preferred
Experience	Two years of experience as a lifeguard at a pool or, preferably, a beach.
Knowledge & Abilities	1) Ability to deal courteously with the public. 2) Ability to make a prompt response in an emergency. 3) Demonstrated emotional intelligence, including: self-awareness and accurate self-assessment; sensitivity and empathy; openness, reliability, trust and consistency.
Licenses	Possession of valid State of Ohio driver's license. Must successfully complete and be current in the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Course (or equivalent); Lifeguard Training Instructors' Course preferred. Must possess current certification in Community First Aid and CPR/AED for the Health Care Provider. Must pass Metro Parks water test specific to the facility.
Conditions of Employment	Must successfully complete a two-week probationary period
Application	Download a seasonal application
Contact	Human Resources: Metro Parks, Serving Summit County 975 Treaty Line Rd. Akron, OH 44313 employment@summitmetroparks.org Phone calls will not be accepted.
Closing date	Open until filled
Date posted online	January 29, 2013

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Position	Lifeguards - Summer 2013
Salary	Starting rate: Minimum wage
Benefits	Participation in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS)
Profile	Lifeguards provide a safe swimming and beach area for park visitors, perform safety-maintenance duties, and carry out instructions of supervisors and the policies of Metro Parks, Serving Summit County.
Supervision	Reports to the park manager, assistant park manager, head lifeguard, assistant head lifeguard and the chief of rangers. May be called upon to oversee other lifeguards.
Responsibilities	1) Perform maintenance and service functions as outlined in the lifeguard guidelines and/or assigned by the head lifeguard, park manager or assistant park manager. 2) Perform all duties of a lifeguard. 3) Enforce park district rules and regulations on the waterfront area. 4) Participate in the safety and risk management program of the park district. 5) Perform other related duties as assigned.
Education	High School student or GED equivalent
Experience	One year of experience as a lifeguard at a pool or, preferably, a beach.
Knowledge & Abilities	1) Ability to deal courteously with the public. 2) Ability to make a prompt response in an emergency. 3) Demonstrated emotional intelligence, including: self-awareness and accurate self-assessment; sensitivity and empathy; openness, reliability, trust and consistency.
Licenses	Possession of valid State of Ohio driver's license. Must successfully complete and be current in the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Course (or equivalent). Must possess current certification in Community First Aid and CPR/AED for the Health Care Provider. Must pass Metro Parks water test specific to the facility.
Conditions of Employment	Must successfully complete a two-week probationary period
Application	Download a seasonal application
Contact	Human Resources: Metro Parks, Serving Summit County 975 Treaty Line Rd. Akron, OH 44313 employment@summitmetroparks.org Phone calls will not be accepted.
Closing date	Open until filled
Date posted online	January 29, 2013

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Position	Seasonal Maintenance Worker – Summer 2013
Salary	Starting rate: Minimum wage
Benefits	Participation in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS)
Profile	Under the direction of the park manager or other supervisor, performs all duties for daily maintenance of park properties, buildings and facilities.
Qualifications	High school student, graduation from a high school or GED required. Experience in lawn care, landscaping and painting preferred.
Conditions of Employment	Must successfully complete a two-week probationary period. Possession of a valid driver's license preferred.
Application	Download a seasonal application
Contact	Human Resources: Metro Parks, Serving Summit County 975 Treaty Line Rd. Akron, OH 44313 employment@sum mitmetroparks.org Phone calls will not be accepted.
Closing date	Open until filled
Date posted online	January 29, 2013

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In the Dugout
The tuliptree has one of the most perfectly straight trunks in the forest. American Indians often used the wood to make dugout canoes.

Hold Your Nose
The striped skunk's scientific name, mephitis mephitis, means "noxious gas, noxious gas."