Job Details

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works effectively leading groups of people of varying sizes, ages and demographics.
• Assists in the planning and implementation of environmental and recreational programming.
• Ability to collaborate on project development and implementation.
• Acts as host for programming activities, including weekends and some evenings
• Prepares materials for program participants.
• Prepares materials for use in social media.
• Engages in all aspects of paddle sports programming
• Prepares and maintains records and reports on programs and attendance
• Carries out job functions with or without supervision.
• Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to the essential functions of the position and all agency safety procedures.
• Reports any damage or safety concerns to appropriate personnel
• Remains informed of current developments and procedures pertinent to duties; may be required to attend seminars/training
• The use of computers will be required, including word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software
• Performs other duties as required and assigned.

This Internship opportunity will provide hands-on experience in the environmental, recreational, and natural resource field. It is expected that the Intern will be responsible for collaborating on developing, planning, implementing, conducting, scheduling and evaluating programming for the public, and conduct and participate in natural resource management projects for the Licking Park District on a seasonal basis. Performs related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Be a college senior, or recent graduate in a program of Environmental Education, Natural Resource Management, Recreation or similar field.
• It is preferred that the intern have interest and experience in leading and teaching programs, and experience in performing environmental, recreation or natural resource management activities.
• Experience working with volunteers is desired.
• Interpretive experience is preferred.
• This position requires the use of a utility vehicle. Experience is preferred, and training is provided.           

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Must possess a valid OH driver's license. Driving record must be clean.
• Must be willing to obtain instructor certification through the American Canoe Association or Ohio Department of Natural Resources; training will be provided.
• First Aid, CPR and AED certification from American Red Cross, ANSI, or American Heart Association.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be willing to work outdoors, in all types of weather.
• Must be able to walk long distances of one or multiple miles over varying terrain.
• Must be able to be able to perform basic operational functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pulling, pushing, lifting, grasping, talking and hearing.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs, and occasionally up to 80 lbs, in the function of moving objects.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must be flexible and able to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends.

Application:                 Submit completed application, resume and cover letter to the Licking

County Human Resources Department, 20 S. 2nd Street, 3rd Floor, Newark, OH 43055. Applications can be obtained at https://apps.lickingcounty.gov/hr/job_app/

Date Closed:               Until Filled

Rate of Pay:                $12.00 - $15.00/hr., depending on education, qualifications & experience

Licking County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.