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Work in the Great Outdoors and help people enjoy Metro Parks. We're an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Position	Park Technician II - Sand Run
Salary/Classification	Hourly - Grade 12
Benefits	Hourly Employee Benefits Package
Profile	Under the direction of the park manager or other supervisor, performs all duties necessary for the daily maintenance of park properties, areas, buildings, and facilities. To help with the construction of certain park improvement projects, and to operate single-axle dump trucks. May be called upon to oversee full-time, part-time and seasonal maintenance employees.
Qualifications	State of Ohio Commercial Driver's License, Class A required. Graduation from High School or GED required. Specialized training in park and grounds maintenance preferred. Minimum of (2) years of experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, building maintenance or related fields. Experience in the operation of single-axle dump trucks preferred. First Aid and CPR certification required.
Conditions of Employment	Must successfully complete a 180-day probationary period, per Article 3, Section 3 and Article 15, Section 2, of the 2011-2014 agreement between AFSCME and Metro Parks, Serving Summit County.
Contact	Send or email 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Closing date	Open until filled or withdrawn
Date posted online	January 31, 2012

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Position	Park Ranger
Salary/Classification	Casual employment status; hourly, non-exempt
Profile	Under the direction of ranger supervisors and park managers, patrols assigned areas for the purpose of assisting park patrons and ensuring an enjoyable, safe and pleasant park experience. Provides information, education, and assistance to park visitors to achieve resource protection, as well as visitor safety and security. Administers special-use, pavilion and shelter permits. Serves as a commissioned peace officer, enforcing park district rules and regulations, and other applicable laws. Performs duties with tact, diplomacy, discretion, and impartiality. Works to prevent violations of park rules and other laws whenever possible. Protects life, property, and maintains good order within the parks.
Qualifications	Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Academy (OPOTA) certification. One (1) or more years of experience in parks, natural resources or comparable law enforcement preferred. Graduation from a high school or GED required. Associate's degree preferred. Demonstrated emotional intelligence to include: self-awareness and accurate self-assessment, demonstrated sensitivity and empathy, demonstrated openness, reliability, trust and consistency.
Conditions of Employment	Must successfully pass the Ohio Peace Officer Physical Fitness Standards at 50th percentile, minimum. Valid CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and Standard First Aid certifications. Must have a valid State of Ohio driver's license.
Contact	Send or email 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 or withdrawn
Date posted online	January 31, 2012

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Position	Concession Stand Supervisor - Summer 2012
Salary	Starting rate: Minimum wage
Benefits	Participation in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS)
Profile	Manages concession stand operations, including inventory control and supervision/scheduling of concession stand workers, while also performing the duties of a concession stand worker.
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 10, 2012

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Position	Concession Stand Worker - Summer 2012
Salary	Starting rate: Minimum wage
Benefits	Participation in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS)
Profile	Under the direction of the concession stand supervisor or other supervisor, performs all duties related to the daily preparation of food products. Sell and serve food products to park patrons at Metro Parks concession stand facilities in a courteous manner.
Qualifications	High school student, 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 10, 2012

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Position	Gate Attendant Supervisor - Summer 2012
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 10, 2012

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Position	Gate Attendant - Summer 2012
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 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 10, 2012

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Position	Head Lifeguard - Summer 2012
Salary	Salary Schedule C
Benefits	Participation in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS)
Profile	The head lifeguard supervises the operation of Munroe Falls Metro Park's swimming facility. 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
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	Must have successfully completed and be current in American Red Cross Senior Lifesaving Course, preferably the Water Safety Instructors Course. Must possess current certification in First Aid and CPR. Must pass a 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 10, 2012

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Position	Lifeguards - Summer 2012
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	Must have successfully completed and be current in American Red Cross Senior Lifesaving Course, preferably the Water Safety Instructors Course. Must possess current certification in First Aid and CPR. Must pass a 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 10, 2012

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Position	Seasonal Maintenance Worker – Summer 2012
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 10, 2012

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Cough, Cough
Native Americans used the inner bark of maple trees to make a cough-relieving tea.

Big Smile
Adult opossums have 50 teeth. That's more than any other mammal in the Metro Parks.