Parks Intern
POSITION SUMMARY:
The purpose of the internship program is to provide a well-rounded educational and professional experience that introduces the student to all areas of park management. Under the direction of the assigned Park Manager and in partnership with other department staff including the Parks Administrator, Administrative Supervisor, Marketing Coordinator, and Financial Associate, the student will be provided essential learning opportunities through observation and active involvement with all facets of park operations while focusing on the goals of the individual, the department, and the educational institution. This position is responsible for assisting with the administration, operation, construction, maintenance, and conservation of park facilities, trails, and natural areas. This is a 15-week paid internship with a start date of mid-late May and an end date of Labor Day. Hours include mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Housing may be provided as needed during the internship period.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be required and assigned.
-When directed by the supervisor, provide day-to-day direction and guidance to volunteers. When available attend and observe new employee interview and selection process.
-Perform and complete a wide variety of administrative, project related, and department specific assignments as directed by the supervisor.
-Conduct the sale of admission passes, camping registrations, and collection of revenue for other permits/merchandise. Assist with preparation and submission of property remittances and deposits. Reconcile daily revenue and prepare deposits.
-Assist the Parks Administrator and Park Manager with planning, managing, and overseeing park development projects, to include drafting of grant applications, proposals, and reimbursements.
-Cleaning of restroom/shower facilities, day-use areas, campsites, and beaches.
-Provide information to park visitors.
-Empty trash and recycling containers and pick up litter.
-Enforce all County park policies, regulations, and ordinances.
-Participate in county-required safety training.
-Complete or assist in minor construction and assembly projects. Perform small repairs to buildings and park structures as needed.
-Operation of light equipment such as pickup trucks, all-terrain vehicles, lawn mowers, small power tools, and hand tools.
-Attend various meetings in lieu of Park Manager.
-Assists in environmental education programs involving school groups, conservation groups, clubs, and the public.
-Assist with promotional events, environmental education activities, and special events.
-Work with other county, state and federal agencies, non-profit groups, citizen advisory groups, sports clubs, recreational groups, and volunteers to promote the County Park System.
-Performs other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
-This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, frequently requires standing, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions and occasionally requires walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and reaching with hands and arms.
-Work performed may require walking or standing to a significant degree on rough terrain or may involve sitting for long periods with pushing and pulling of arm and/or leg controls.
-Occasionally, work requires strenuous manual labor including, but not limited to digging, shoveling, sweeping, raking, hauling, crawling, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, twisting, and climbing.
-Work has standard vision requirements.
-Verbal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
-Work requires observing general surroundings and activities.
-Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
-Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data and observing general surroundings and activities.
-Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).
WORK ENVIRONMENT
-Duties are performed daily both indoors and outdoors with exposure to seasonal temperatures and varying weather conditions.
-Employees can be expected to work varying nights, weekends, or holidays.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
-This position requires a valid driver s license.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
-Current student in Parks and Recreation, Forestry Recreation, Natural Resources, Conservation, or related field. Completion of 30+ college credits preferred.
-Previous customer service experience.
-Previous experience operating light maintenance equipment such as lawnmowers, chainsaws, trucks, and tractors preferred.
Expected Pay Range: $16.63-$17.47
Department: Community Development
FTE: Up to 40 hours/week — Seasonal Employment
St. Croix County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to an individual’s race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
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