Outreach Coordinator

Under the direction of the Outdoor Experiences Manager of the Lorain County Metro Parks the Outreach Coordinator:

1.) Is responsible for planning and facilitating a variety of educational and recreational programs camps and events related to the natural and cultural history of Lorain County geared toward targeted populations including but not limited to at-risk youth economically disadvantaged families and individuals with developmental disabilities.

2.) Programs held at various on- and off-site locations. On-water includes the countys rivers Lake Erie and the Park Districts indoor pool facilities.

3.) Is responsible for developing and staffing programs as well as supervising seasonal part-time employees and volunteers.

4.) Acts as a liaison to groups that serve at-risk youth underserved populations and individuals with developmental disabilities.

5.) Serves as the point person and coordinator of all requested programs by local schools senior centers churches organizations etc.

6.) Facility set-up and maintenance are also required.

7.) Uses outstanding oral and written communication skills and is courteous and professional in working with large and diverse groups of people.

8.) Must be able to work evenings and weekends.

9.) Develops marketing strategies geared to the urban communities in Lorain County.

11.) Performs related duties as apparent or assigned.

Education / Experience: Associate degree in the field of urban studies social studies education biology environmental studies or other related fields etc. necessary with a Bachelors Degree highly preferred. At least two years of experience in the above fields preferred with experience in developing and conducting recreational or educational programs. Experience with children with developmental disabilities and at-risk youth programming is a plus. CPR/First Aid certifications are highly recommended but are not required.

RATE OF PAY: $37000 to $54000 commensurate with experience.

Interested applicants should submit a résumé by 4:30 p.m. on Monday Dec. 8 2025.

Open until filled.

Experience working with and supervising other staff and/or volunteers and experience assisting with public inquiries is a must. Experience in public relations customer service administrative support and scheduling events and/or staff is also necessary.

Basic computer skills including but not limited to word processing spreadsheets internet and e-mail necessary. Computer-generated presentation experience (i.e. PowerPoint) is highly preferred.

Language Skills: Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with co-workers on a daily basis; ability to communicate in writing complete forms reports etc.; ability to use a two-way radio.

Mathematical Skills: Basic mathematical skills; add subtract multiply and divide whole numbers fractions and decimals. Working understanding of formulas calculations and mixtures commonly used in swimming pool operations.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to carry out instructions deal with problems involving several variables within a familiar context and lead or direct the work activities. Ability to work with a minimum amount of supervision.

Licensing Registrations: Possession of a valid Ohio drivers license and be insurable by the Park Districts insurance carrier and ability to conform to the driving standards policy as approved by the Board of Park Commissioners. Must satisfactorily complete a background investigation.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit walk talk and hear; work with hands lift; and drive park vehicles. The employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to find handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms etc. The employee is required to climb or balance and stoop kneel crouch and crawl.

Work Environment: While performing the regular duties of this job the employee regularly works in outdoor weather conditions. The employee spends a portion of his/her time in the office. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Information: Lorain County Metropolitan Park District policy prohibits hiring new employees who are tobacco users.

Lorain County Metro Parks is an equal opportunity employer.