General Information
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
Please view part-time and seasonal employment opportunities below and check back soon for new job postings.
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.
Seasonal Employment Opportunities
To apply for seasonal positions, please complete the REQUIRED application form and return to [email protected] OR mail to: Human Resources, Summit Metro Parks, 975 Treaty Line Rd., Akron, OH 44313.
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
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.
