PARKS/RECREATION SPECIALIST - SUMMER CAMP COUNSELOR/...

PARKS/RECREATION SPECIALIST - SUMMER CAMP COUNSELOR/NATURALIST/VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR Print ( Apply ufeff PARKS/RECREATION SPECIALIST - SUMMER CAMP COUNSELOR/NATURALIST/VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR Salary $27,726.40 - $31,824.00 Annually Location Ohio 45202, OH Job Type Part-time Unclassified Job Number 26-02569(PT) Department Parks Opening Date 01/16/2026 Closing Date 8/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern + Description + Benefits + Questions General Statement of Duties GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Parks seeks reliable and customer-focused individuals to join our team as part-time Parks/Recreation Specialists. This position may report to the Operations or Natural Resources Divisions to assist in nature education programming for the Park Board. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a friendly demeanor, and a passion for promoting a safe and enjoyable environment within our parks.HOURS: Part-time employees work up to 30 hours per week. Some positions may work weekends, holidays, and evenings. Summer Camp Counselor-Specific Duties + Plan, design, and teach campers about the natural world around them. + Create innovative art activities with children of all ages and backgrounds. + Must be available to work from June to August 20-40 hours per week. Nature Education Programmer-Specific Duties + Maintain nature center collections, displays, and live animals. + Assist in habitat restoration projects within Cincinnati Parks. + Participate in school field trips, family-oriented events, and youth and adult courses. Volunteer Coordinator-Specific Duties + Recruit, communicate, and schedule volunteers to support Explore Nature Programming and Krohn Conservatory + Maintaining volunteer records and tracking volunteer activities + Working alongside volunteers at various park locations as needed General Duties Applicable for All Positions + Work as an educator to people of all ages and backgrounds about the ecological relationships, natural resources, and items/sites of historical importance found in Cincinnati Parks. + Provide general cleaning/organization of park facility and/or special event areas. + Assist with developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with community groups and other partnership organizations. + Research and develop new nature education activities as needed and assist in modifying existing programs. + Perform various administrative duties as required. + Follow safety procedures and maintain a safe environment/facility for staff and visitors. + Recognize potential hazards, both environmental and situational. + Provide for the care and maintenance of Park vehicles driven. + Demonstrate good organizational and administrative skills. Contacts staff and volunteers working on special events (email or phone calls), prepares any paperwork needed, and provides event statistics for monthly reports. + Secure building and event facilities at the end of the workday and as needed during work hours. + Communicate effectively with people of all ages, most especially children; well-developed verbal and written skills, including the ability to communicate through multiple media (print, radio, TV, internet, etc.) with prior management approval. + Work a flexible schedule that includes some weekends, evenings, and holidays. + Maintain an effective working relationship with the Nature Center staff, departmental staff, and the general public. + Work independently and as part of a team; work with people of diverse backgrounds. + Work with limited supervision and multitask. + Be creative, self-motivated, and a quick learner. + Be reliable in attendance. + Demonstrate effective use of leadership techniques and sound judgment. + Maintain a positive, motivated work attitude; project energy and enthusiasm. + Maintain a professional impression in appearance, language, and correspondence. Required Education and Experience Required Education and Experience Must be eighteen (18) years of age and a high school graduate, and have a valid driveru2019s license Desired Education and Experience + Posess knowledge local ecology, local cultural, and natural history. + Experience in teaching techniques, development, and implementation of outdoor education programs. + Experience in hands-on curriculum development. + Familiarity with a variety of electronic software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. and social media platforms + Basic computer skills for data entry and communication. + Knowledge of or interest in parks and outdoor activities is preferred. + Basic math skills + Previous experience as an educator. This part-time position offers an exciting opportunity to be a key player in creating positive experiences for park visitors. If you are passionate about customer service and enjoy working in a dynamic outdoor environment, we encourage you to apply for this position. Working and Physical Conditions Working and Physical Conditions Working and Physical Conditions Environmental Conditions: Indoor and outdoor environments; exposure to office computer screens; work on slippery or uneven surfaces; work in or around water; exposure to poison flora, insects, or other animal diseases; exposure to extremes in weather conditions (all types of weather); exposure to human health issues; exposure to various chemicals (ex. water-quality testing chemicals); at times will work alone at parks and nature centers. Physical Conditions: Responsibilities and duties require maintaining the physical condition for sitting, standing, climbing, and walking for prolonged periods and leading hikes over varied terrain, including steps and hills. Occasional light or moderate lifting and carrying required; occasionally required to use hands to finger, occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.; specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, ability to distinguish colors, and the ability to adjust focus; must speak clearly and audibly Work Conditions/expectations Work under close supervision assisting staff or alone under general or specific instruction. May work with volunteers and answer general questions from the public. Operates mechanized equipment and hand tools with or without supervision. Some knowledge of trees, plants, gardening practices, and techniques is required. Specific skills or the operation of certain pieces of equipment may be learned on the job. The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting. The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce. A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below. This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units. The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques. Equal Employment Opportunity The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws. Holidays The City of Cincinnati has 11 paid holidays annually that include: New Year's Day Martin Luther King Day President's Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Day after Thanksgiving Christmas Health Insurance The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan. Eligible dependents include: Legal Spouse or Equal Partner Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a

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