Parks and Recreation Intern

This internship is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the various divisions within the Parks and Recreation Department. The primary focus areas of the internship are recreation programming facility operations marketing and special events. The individual in this position will also have the opportunity to shadow and learn about the other divisions including the living history museum and parks maintenance. The Parks and Recreation Intern reports to the Program and Marketing Manager and will assist with the monitoring and oversight of program staff instructors and volunteers. The position entails frequent internal and external contacts that require considerable public relations skills. There is direct interaction with customers the general public and other departments within the City. The hiring range for this position begins at $16 per hour for current college students and $17.50 per hour for graduates of a bachelors program.

Programming Assistance. Assists with overall monitoring of participants and volunteers in recreation programs and at special events. Program areas include recreational programming marketing adaptive recreation summer camp living history aquatics facility maintenance customer service and special events. Serves as a backup for summer camp staff as needed.

Events Planning & Marketing. Works with all Parks and Recreation supervisors to assist in regular programming and event execution. Assists in the planning organization and implementation of a wide variety of special projects and activities within the City of Shawnee

Administration. Communicates regularly with the Program and Marketing Manager through weekly meetings and informal communications. Participates in staff meetings to formulate and plan recreation program ideas; organize and implement special events. Attends departmental meetings. Assists in departmental tasks including report writing and record keeping.

Safety. Assess and mitigates risks that arise during the course of programming. Follows all departmental safety procedures and supports enforcement of rules and regulations for programs and events.

Public Relations. Maintains positive public relations with all program participants citizens and staff. Displays enthusiasm a willingness to learn and a high level of accountability and reliability. Encourages involvement in programs activities and special events. Provides customer service over the phone and in person and performs routine clerical tasks involving direct and indirect interaction with patrons.

Special Projects. Works alongside other City interns to conduct research complete projects and give presentations to City Staff when appropriate. Develops implements and completes a special project that is mutually agreed upon by the Program and Marketing Manager and the Intern.

Other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Currently enrolled in a Parks and Recreation related undergraduate or graduate degree program.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and handle numerous assignments simultaneously.
• First Aid/CPR certification required (will be provided).

Or any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge skills and abilities to successfully perform the responsibilities identified in this job description.