What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern position at Bainbridge Island Metro Park and Recreation District?
Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District is looking for highly motivated students seeking an opportunity to broaden their horizons, exploring a career in Parks and Recreation. Our internship program is competitive and generally offers free housing and a stipend subject to availability.
We offer, but are not limited to, these positions:
Aquatics, Art & Enrichment, Fitness, Tennis, Outdoor Recreation, Sports, Marketing/Special Events, Field Management, Trails.
An internship is intended to benefit both the intern as well as the District. Qualified applicants will be provided the opportunity to work closely with Park & Recreation professionals in practical hands-on environments, bridging the gap between academic theory and real-world experience.
Use the link below to download the Intern Application and submit it with your online application.
https://appriver3651017542.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/StaffDocuments/EeGm5Y0W-ApAjDatpOI2xqUBjqjxTpROm_j0wMqFqjQthg?e=nONJFb
Responsibilities
Have no conflicting commitments during the period of the internship. Interns must be available to work at all times, including weekdays, evenings, and weekends as scheduled by the intern supervisor. Exceptions may be made with the intern’s supervisor’s approval before or during the internship.
Housing and a monthly stipend are generally offered to interns but are subject to availability. Housing includes free rent at the District intern house, paid utilities, and internet. If housing and stipends are not available, there may still be internship opportunities available.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL EFFORT
Contact Applicant Support at 855-524-5627 for assistance Monday through Friday, 6am to 5pm Pacific Time. Email: support@governmentjobs.com
We offer, but are not limited to, these positions:
Aquatics, Art & Enrichment, Fitness, Tennis, Outdoor Recreation, Sports, Marketing/Special Events, Field Management, Trails.
An internship is intended to benefit both the intern as well as the District. Qualified applicants will be provided the opportunity to work closely with Park & Recreation professionals in practical hands-on environments, bridging the gap between academic theory and real-world experience.
Use the link below to download the Intern Application and submit it with your online application.
https://appriver3651017542.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/StaffDocuments/EeGm5Y0W-ApAjDatpOI2xqUBjqjxTpROm_j0wMqFqjQthg?e=nONJFb
Responsibilities
Have no conflicting commitments during the period of the internship. Interns must be available to work at all times, including weekdays, evenings, and weekends as scheduled by the intern supervisor. Exceptions may be made with the intern’s supervisor’s approval before or during the internship.
- Know and follow the District’s policies, procedures and philosophies.
- Provide their own transportation, room, and board. Limited housing and stipend may be available.
- Learn the organizational structure of the District.
- Complete mid-term and end-term internship evaluations.
- Complete and provide copies of any other relevant reports required by their school to the District.
- Be punctual and appropriately dressed throughout the internship.
- Report directly to their supervisor regarding all responsibilities and duties assigned.
- Confer with their direct supervisor regarding any problems that may arise.
- Complete all assignments and evaluations on time.
- Perform additional duties as requested by supervisor or as necessary by business demands.
Knowledge and training required
- Possess strong interpersonal communication skills, proven written and organization skills, the ability to handle multiple tasks, and present creative ideas.
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Demonstrate good leadership, sound judgment and the ability to adapt to new situations.
- Ability to work harmoniously in a group and to interact with participants of all ages in a positive and courteous manner.
- Ability to work safely.
Housing and a monthly stipend are generally offered to interns but are subject to availability. Housing includes free rent at the District intern house, paid utilities, and internet. If housing and stipends are not available, there may still be internship opportunities available.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL EFFORT
This is a non-smoking work environment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
- May involve exposure to cleaning chemicals and outdoor weather conditions.
- Flexible working hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, depending on facility needs.
- May work alone or when facility is closed to visitors
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. But this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.
Contact Applicant Support at 855-524-5627 for assistance Monday through Friday, 6am to 5pm Pacific Time. Email: support@governmentjobs.com