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Employment

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Closing date Open until filled or withdrawn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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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@summitmetroparks.org
Phone calls will not be accepted.
Closing date Open until filled
Date posted online January 10, 2012

 

 

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