POSITION: Leisure Services Summer Intern
DEPARTMENT: Parks
WORK SCHEDULE: Varied including many weekends and holidays
SALARY: $15.50/hour
STATUS: Part-time seasonal
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
DATES: May-August (start and end dates flexible)
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required. St. Joseph County provides reasonable accommodations to qualified employees and applicants with known disabilities who require accommodation to complete the application process or perform essential functions of the job unless those accommodations would present an undue hardship.
Assists with the planning, preparation, implementation and reporting of various leisure programs and activities including but not limited to canoeing, kayaking, disc golf, fishing, archery, orienteering, and geocaching.
Assists with the planning and coordination of special projects. This includes but is not limited to kiosk/display development, brochure development, program preparations and decorations.
Serves as a liaison to outside groups to help coordinate activities and special events within St. Joseph County Parks.
Responsibilities
Responsible for assisting/leading the canoe rental operation.
Designing and promoting leisure programs in the parks.
Working with all the leisure staff to design, promote, and execute programs.
Work with groups of all ages while promoting the benefits of the county parks.
Qualifications
Must be able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced atmosphere.
Must work well in a team setting with planning and executing programs.
Must have the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Must have adequate transportation to commute between parks when park vehicle is not available.
Familiarity with computer programs, cash register, and credit card machine.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Education/Experience
Working towards (or possessing) a Baccalaureate Degree in Parks and Recreation, Outdoor Education, Outdoor Recreation, Elementary Education, or related field preferred.
Hold a For-Hire license or Michigan Chauffer’s license, or be willing to obtain one is preferred.
Experience in assisting or leading camps for children is a plus.
Experience with canoes and/or kayaks is a plus.
Physical Requirements
**** Incumbent performs duties involving varying weather conditions, sitting/standing/walking for long periods, sitting/walking at will, pushing/pulling objects, bending, reaching, crouching/kneeling, close/far vision, color depth perception, hearing sounds/communication, speaking clearly, handling/grasping objects. Incumbent maintains considerable contact with the public and may be exposed to irate/difficult persons.
Must have the ability to lift objects of 50 lbs. or more, including carrying objects up a slope.
Must be able to hike distances of a mile or more on trails of mixed grades.