CLOSING DATE:  Open Until Filled  SALARY:    $10.15 per hour

LOCATION:   Tacoma Nature Center, 1919 S. Tyler St.

HOURS:  Seasonal position:  40 hours per week, Monday – Friday.  June 18-August 27, 2012.   Training included.

SUPERVISOR: Marjorie Shea

CLASSIFICATION: This position is classified as a part-time/seasonal position and is not eligible for health benefits or paid leave.  Enrollment in the WA state retirement system may be mandatory.  This position is an at-will position with no written or implied contractual agreement.

DUTIES:

This position is responsible for assisting with nature day camp programs, which includes planning and teaching lessons in a fun and engaging manner; ensuring safety; being actively involved with children; working cooperatively with staff and teen volunteers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• At least one year of college course work in natural sciences, outdoor or environmental education, art education or related field or at least two years of working with children ages 4 -12
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written
• Must have leadership skills with ability to be a team player
• Must be creative, energetic and patient
• Enjoy the natural world and working in an outdoor environment
• Current valid First-Aid and CPR cards required

LICENSE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 

• Employment is subject to a national or Washington State Patrol background inquiry pursuant to RCW 43.43.832
• Job applicants must be able to prove authorization to work in the United States at the time of a job offer as required by the 1986 Federal Immigration Reform and Control Act.  Documentation establishing authorization to work may include a Social Security Card, picture ID and/or other approved documentation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Seeing to prepare written or hand-produced program material and reports, and monitor activities.  Hearing and speaking to conduct classes and exchange information.  Walking over rough or uneven surfaces during hikes and field trips.  Lifting up to 25 pounds.  Standing for extended periods of time; kneeling or sitting on the ground

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Applicants must submit an official completed and signed Metropolitan Park District application form.  Resumes received without the required application form will not be accepted.  Applications can be obtained at the Metro Parks Tacoma Administration building located at 4702 S. 19th St., Tacoma, WA 98405 or by visiting the Metro Parks Tacoma web site at www.metroparkstacoma.org.

Accommodation to participate in the job application and/or selection process for employment will be made upon request with reasonable notice.  Please contact the Human Resources Department for further information.

SELECTION PROCESS: 

Those applicants showing evidence of meeting the minimum qualifications and appraisal of experience and training may be scheduled for further review.  Metro Parks may elect to give an exam to those candidates scheduled for further review.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to supply sufficient information and detail to permit Metro Parks to properly evaluate their qualifications and abilities as they relate to the position.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:

All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, political affiliation, disability or any other merit factor.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Please clearly indicate the position that you are applying for on the application form.  Your application will be forwarded to the appropriate hiring supervisor for the position.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to supply sufficient information and detail to permit a proper evaluation of your qualifications and ability as they relate to the position.

A completed and signed application form is required.  A response of “see resume” will not be considered an adequate response and may eliminate you from the process.  You may attach a resume, however, it is not required.  The information from your resumes will not be used to determine if minimum qualifications are met.  All qualifying information must appear on the application form.

It is your responsibility to make copies of your application and/or resume if needed.  Metro Parks Tacoma will not return or make copies of any items supplied for the application process.

Due to the high volume of seasonal/part-time applications received, MPT is unable to respond to every application.  Applicants selected for further review of a seasonal and/or part-time position will be contacted directly by the hiring manager.

Positions may require weekend shifts and may require night shift, holiday, and overtime.   

Metro Parks Tacoma is a drug and alcohol free workplace.

All positions are at-will positions, with no written or implied contractual agreement.

CLOSING DATE:  Open Until Filled

SALARY:    $10.15 per hour

LOCATION:   Tacoma Nature Center, 1919 S. Tyler St.

HOURS:  Seasonal position:  40 hours per week, Monday – Friday.  June 18-August 27, 2012.   Training included.

SUPERVISOR: Marjorie Shea

CLASSIFICATION: This position is classified as a part-time/seasonal position and is not eligible for health benefits or paid leave.  Enrollment in the WA state retirement system may be mandatory.  This position is an at-will position with no written or implied contractual agreement.

DUTIES:

This position is responsible for assisting with nature day camp programs, which includes planning and teaching lessons in a fun and engaging manner; ensuring safety; being actively involved with children; working cooperatively with staff and teen volunteers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• At least one year of college course work in natural sciences, outdoor or environmental education, art education or related field or at least two years of working with children ages 4 -12
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written
• Must have leadership skills with ability to be a team player
• Must be creative, energetic and patient
• Enjoy the natural world and working in an outdoor environment
• Current valid First-Aid and CPR cards require

LICENSE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 

• Employment is subject to a national or Washington State Patrol background inquiry pursuant to RCW 43.43.832
• Job applicants must be able to prove authorization to work in the United States at the time of a job offer as required by the 1986 Federal Immigration Reform and Control Act.  Documentation establishing authorization to work may include a Social Security Card, picture ID and/or other approved documentation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Seeing to prepare written or hand-produced program material and reports, and monitor activities.  Hearing and speaking to conduct classes and exchange information.  Walking over rough or uneven surfaces during hikes and field trips.  Lifting up to 25 pounds.  Standing for extended periods of time; kneeling or sitting on the ground.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Applicants must submit an official completed and signed Metropolitan Park District application form.  Resumes received without the required application form will not be accepted.  Applications can be obtained at the Metro Parks Tacoma Administration building located at 4702 S. 19th St., Tacoma, WA 98405 or by visiting the Metro Parks Tacoma web site at www.metroparkstacoma.org.

Accommodation to participate in the job application and/or selection process for employment will be made upon request with reasonable notice.  Please contact the Human Resources Department for further information.

SELECTION PROCESS: 

Those applicants showing evidence of meeting the minimum qualifications and appraisal of experience and training may be scheduled for further review.  Metro Parks may elect to give an exam to those candidates scheduled for further review.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to supply sufficient information and detail to permit Metro Parks to properly evaluate their qualifications and abilities as they relate to the position.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:

All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, political affiliation, disability or any other merit factor.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Please clearly indicate the position that you are applying for on the application form.  Your application will be forwarded to the appropriate hiring supervisor for the position.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to supply sufficient information and detail to permit a proper evaluation of your qualifications and ability as they relate to the position.

A completed and signed application form is required.  A response of “see resume” will not be considered an adequate response and may eliminate you from the process.  You may attach a resume, however, it is not required.  The information from your resumes will not be used to determine if minimum qualifications are met.  All qualifying information must appear on the application form.

It is your responsibility to make copies of your application and/or resume if needed.  Metro Parks Tacoma will not return or make copies of any items supplied for the application process.

Due to the high volume of seasonal/part-time applications received, MPT is unable to respond to every application.  Applicants selected for further review of a seasonal and/or part-time position will be contacted directly by the hiring manager.

Positions may require weekend shifts and may require night shift, holiday, and overtime.   

Metro Parks Tacoma is a drug and alcohol free workplace.

All positions are at-will positions, with no written or implied contractual agreement.