Employment

Support clean and safe parks for all at Summit Metro Parks.

From maintaining trails to conserving greenspace, interacting with visitors to working with community partners, every Summit Metro Parks employee plays a key role in helping the people, plants and wildlife of Summit County thrive.

View a full list of job postings below to learn how you can play a part in connecting visitors to nature through clean and safe parks.

To apply, please submit resume and letter of interest in PDF or WORD format to [email protected]. Due to the high volume of applications, phone inquiries cannot be accepted.  Please utilize [email protected] for all inquiries and follow-up. We’re an equal opportunity employer.  

Job Postings

Part-TIME

Interpretive Naturalist

Work with the chief of community engagement, community engagement managers and staff to carry out the department’s mission. Plan, schedule and conduct interpretive, educational and recreational activities throughout the park district for Summit Metro Parks.

Full-TIME

PARK TECHNICIAN I

Under the direction of the park manager, perform all duties necessary for the daily maintenance of park properties, areas, buildings and facilities, and help with the construction of certain park improvement projects. Maintain and enhance park district lands and facilities by performing unskilled and semi-skilled jobs in a manner which assures the highest standard of maintenance, safety and service to the public.

PART-TIME

PARK TECHNICIAN I

We are seeking highly motivated individuals who are passionate about helping people enjoy our parks. The ideal candidate has the desire to help maintain and provide quality park experiences for our community, enjoys working outside and has some experience maintaining grounds and facilities. This position offers individuals training opportunities and the potential of future full-time opportunities. 

Full-TIME

Police OFFICER

Serve as a law enforcement Commissioned Peace Officer enforcing State of Ohio laws (Ohio Revised Code) and park district rules and regulations. Protects life and property, and maintains good order within the parks. Performs duties with tact, diplomacy, discretion, respect and impartiality.

Seasonal

Boat Attendant

Be present at the boat facility at the designated park during the season to rent boats, sell merchandise and provide required safety equipment to users. Collect money, maintain records and prepare receipts. Maintain and clean boats, safety equipment and facilities.

Seasonal

Conservation Maintenance

Primary seasonal maintenance focus on invasive species management (including herbicide application), requiring commitment to 40 hours per week.  Reporting location: 790 Van Buren Avenue in Barberton.

Seasonal

Cultural Resources Sociology Technician

Assist with sociological data collection throughout the district in cooperation with cultural resources staff. Duties will include the collection of observational data, administration of survey questionnaires, assisting with or conducting interviews, sociological research, data analysis and writing literature reviews. The employee will be responsible for data collection, documentation and analysis.

Seasonal

Horticulturalist Maintenance Worker

Maintain and enhance park district lands and facilities by performing unskilled and semi-skilled horticultural duties necessary for the maintenance of the park landscape beds. May be required to perform general maintenance of buildings and facilities on a seasonal basis and to help with the construction of certain park improvement projects.

Seasonal

Maintenance Worker

Maintain and enhance park district lands and facilities by performing unskilled and semi-skilled jobs in a manner which assures the highest standard of maintenance, safety and service to the public.

Seasonal

Maintenance Worker & Campground Attendant

Perform unskilled and semi-skilled duties necessary for the maintenance of park properties, areas, buildings and facilities on a seasonal basis, and help with the construction of certain park improvement projects. Greet park patrons, sell merchandise, provide information and assist park patrons.

Seasonal

Naturalist

Help in creating and presenting a variety of nature-based educational programs and recreational experiences for park visitors. Work with community engagement staff to create experiences for urban and non-traditional audiences throughout Summit County who would not routinely visit Summit Metro Park programs or facilities because of identified barriers.

Seasonal

Service Center Maintenance Worker

Tackle a diverse range of hands-on projects, from roadway and trail upkeep to landscape beautification and building maintenance. Work alongside skilled professionals using a variety of equipment – from road repair equipment such as crack sealers and trucks to mowers and power tools – to complete essential repairs, renovations and improvements. Contribute to creating a welcoming and enjoyable environment for our community by assisting with everything from routine maintenance and preventative care to special events and activities.