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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $50,710.00 - $65,956.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Tax-deferred savings plan
Professional development opportunities
Job Description
Eaton County Parks and Recreation, located in Grand Ledge, Michigan, is committed to providing enriching outdoor experiences and educational programs to the community. The department oversees the management and programming of county parks, focusing on natural resource preservation, environmental education, and community engagement. The Parks and Recreation team works collaboratively with local schools, community organizations, and volunteers to enhance public knowledge and appreciation of the outdoors through innovative, well-coordinated events and interpretive programs.
This full-time position offers an annual salary range of $50,710 to $65,956 and involves planning, organizing, and coordinating educational and interpretive programs within the county's parks syst... Show More
This full-time position offers an annual salary range of $50,710 to $65,956 and involves planning, organizing, and coordinating educational and interpretive programs within the county's parks syst... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in environmental education, natural resources, outdoor recreation, or closely related field
- Some experience in planning, developing, and presenting interpretive programs
- Pesticide Applicators License or ability to acquire within 1 year
- Valid Michigan Driver's License
- Licensing to run children's programming and other events
- Proficiency in reading, writing, and verbal communication
- Working knowledge of MS Office Suite
- Ability to walk over uneven terrain and travel to multiple park locations
- Capability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Physical ability to squat, stoop, kneel, lift boxes, and stand for prolonged periods
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in environmental education, natural resources, outdoor recreation, or related field
- Experience in planning, developing, and presenting interpretive programs
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite
- Excellent reading, writing, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to supervise seasonal employees and volunteers
- Knowledge of local natural environment and resources
- Effective public speaking and presentation skills
Job Duties
- Plan, develop, write, and supervise educational and interpretive programming and materials
- Lead guided nature walks and deliver presentations on local flora, fauna, geology, and history
- Attain and maintain state licensing for programming
- Assist with development and coordination of special events
- Work with schools to coordinate educational programs and promote offerings
- Maintain and update educational displays and train volunteers
- Develop promotional materials for programming and public education
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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