11211 Spear Rd. Concord Township, OH 44077 Phone 440-639-7275 • Fax 440-639-9426 • TTY 1-800-669-9226 To apply for any/all positions, click here to submit an online application.
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Rate: Pay Grade: C ($15.8474 hr./$32,692 annual to $23.7711 hr./$49,443 annual). Non-Exempt position, starting salary based on prior experience/education.
Closing Date: Open until filled
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Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Park Operations, the Building Maintenance Specialist performs various maintenance tasks, assuring the public’s safety and maintaining the overall condition of park buildings, grounds, and natural areas. Duties include but are not limited to; preforming routine and preventative building maintenance activities, basic carpentry, entry-level plumbing, entry-level electrical work, in-house construction and other repair projects.
Rate: Pay Grade: F ($22.2071 hr./$46,190 annual to $33.3107 hr./$69,286 annual). Exempt position, starting salary based on prior experience/education.
The Park Planner, under direction of the Deputy Director, assists in the implementation of the park district’s Capital Improvement Projects plan. Primary duties include the designing, as well as managing consultants and contractors, in the development of park improvements.
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Rate: Pay Grade: E ($19.8446 hr./$41,276 annual - $29.7671 hr./$61,915 annual). Exempt position, starting salary based on prior experience/education.
A full-time, exempt position, working under the direction of the Golf Course Superintendent, assisting in all relevant activities surrounding grounds maintenance and course improvement. The Assistant Superintendent also helps develop a daily work schedule and coordinate the related activities and necessary equipment with department staff.
Rate: Minimum $14.00/hour - pay rate based on prior experience.
Under the supervision of the Golf Course Superintendent and/or the Assistant Golf Course Superintendent, the Mechanic assists in servicing and completing repairs on a broad spectrum of equipment, including but not limited to; mowers, utility carts, tractors, and various park vehicles and equipment. Position also assists with golf course maintenance including, spraying/spreading fertilizer, tree removal, and some building maintenance. Position will average up to 28 hours per week. May work up to 40 hours per week at peak times, hours will fluctuate during various times throughout the golf season.
Limited opportunities available
Lake Metroparks offers various internship experiences to highly motivated, energetic students currently working towards a college degree in Parks & Recreation or related field. Our internships offer a unique opportunity to gain practical work experience while applying knowledge to real world applications. Most of our internship opportunities are in conjunction with an accredited institution and are unpaid. If interested in a paid opportunity please apply to one of our seasonal positions listed above.
These internships are designed to be flexible enough to meet each individual’s needs while offering a variety of experiences and opportunities for professional development.
Student applicants must be currently accepted into, or enrolled in, a two or four-year accredited college or university in a course of study relevant to the mission of Lake Metroparks. Interns must possess solid oral and written communication skills and the ability to maintain good working relationships with peers, co-workers, staff, volunteers, supervisors and the public.
Hours: Internship hours may vary, depending on weekly activities and special events; and may also include nights and weekends, as needed.
For more information please contact, volunteer@llakemetroparks.com.