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Employment
Work in the great outdoors for Metro Parks. We're an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Seasonal Ranger | Lifeguards
| Position |
Seasonal Ranger |
| Salary |
Hourly: $10 - $13.25 |
| Benefits |
Participation in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS) |
| Profile |
Under the direction of the park manager and the ranger supervisor, the seasonal ranger patrols assigned areas for the purpose of assisting park patrons to have 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 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 |
Graduation from a high school or GED required. Preferred current enrollment in accredited intern program with institution of higher learning (park ranger law enforcement). Must have Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Academy certification. Demonstrated emotional intelligence to include: demonstrated self-awareness and accurate self-assessment, demonstrated sensitivity and empathy, demonstrated openness, reliability, trust and consistency. |
| Conditions of Employment |
Valid CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and standard First Aid certifications obtained within two months of employment. Must have valid State of Ohio driver's license. Must successfully complete probationary period. |
| Application |
Download a seasonal application |
| Contact |
Ray Dickson, Interim Chief of Rangers
975 Treaty Line Rd.
Akron, OH 44313
rdickson@summitmetroparks.org
Phone calls will not be accepted. |
| Closing date |
Open until filled. |
| Date posted online |
January 11, 2008 |
| Position |
Lifeguards – Summer 2008 |
| Salary |
Hourly: $7.25 - $10.50 |
| Benefits |
Participation in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) |
| 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. 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 and 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 |
Ray Dickson, Interim Chief of Rangers
975 Treaty Line Rd.
Akron, OH 44313
rdickson@summitmetroparks.org
Phone calls will not be accepted. |
| Closing date |
Open until filled. |
| Date posted online |
January 11, 2008 |
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