Outreach Coordinator

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

1. Is responsible for coordinating 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. Serves as the point person and coordinator of all requested programs by local schools, senior centers, churches, organizations, etc.

3. The position requires work with the program and staff scheduling.

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

5. Programs are held at various on- and off-site locations. On-water includes the county’s rivers, Lake Erie, and the Park District’s indoor pool facilities.

6. Is responsible for developing and staffing programs and supervising seasonal, part-time employees and volunteers.

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.

10. Facility set-up and maintenance are also required.

11. Performs related duties as apparent or assigned.

RATE OF PAY: $37,000 to $72,000, commensurate with experience.

Education / Experience: Associate degree in the field of urban studies, social studies, education, biology, environmental studies, or other related fields, etc., necessary, with a Bachelor's 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.

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 swim¬ming 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 driver’s license and being insurable by the Park District’s insurance carrier, and the 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, 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.