Fellowship Program Support Specialist - Garfield Park Center

Cleveland Metroparks; Garfield Heights (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Metroparks is seeking an Outdoor Experiences Assistant to support staff with educational programs, camps, recreation activities, gardening, hosting and office tasks. The role may focus on outdoor education, outdoor recreation, historical interpretation or facility and program support, and involves providing programs that enhance conservation and environmental education.

Responsibilities include assisting with events, transporting equipment, prepping materials, and coordinating with

Qualifications

• Demonstrated organizational skills.
• Verbal communication abilities.
• Problem solving capabilities.
• Conflict management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide outdoor recreation and educational programs to support conservation and education goals.
• Assist with outdoor recreation and environmental education programs within the park district and at off-site locations.
• Participate in special events or projects as assigned.
• Assist in maintaining and prepping equipment and program materials.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Problem solving

Conflict management

Job description

The Outdoor Experiences Assistant supports the efforts of Outdoor Experiences staff with educational programs, camps, recreation programs, gardening, hosting, office work, cleaning, and other duties as assigned. The Assistant may be focused on outdoor education, outdoor recreation, historical interpretation, or facility/program support..

• Provides outdoor recreation and educational programs that serve to enhance Cleveland Metroparks conservation, education and outdoor recreation mission and to promote environmental education and stewardship.
• Assists with outdoor recreation and environmental education programs within the park district and at off-site locations.
• Participates in special events or projects as assigned.
• Demonstrated organizational skills including verbal communication, problem solving, and conflict management.
• Drives Park District vehicles to transport equipment as required.
• Assists in maintaining and prepping equipment and program materials.