Summer Internship Opportunity

Position: The Park at Flat Rock Summer Internship

Position Summary: The Park at Flat Rock Summer Intern, under the supervision of the Park Director, assists in the operation and maintenance of The Park at Flat Rock. Through his/her work, the intern will gain knowledge and build professional skills in the fields of recreation management.

Reports to the Park Director and Village Administrator.

Compensation and Work Schedule: $15.00 an hour, not exceeding 25 hours a week, May 23 through August.

General Duties Include:

Interacts with and answers questions of park users.
Assists in the planning and implementation of public programs.
Assists in the daily operations of park grounds and facilities.
Sets up for, interacts with, and cleans up after reservations of the park pavilion, community room, and park rentals.
As a visible presence in the park, interacts with public to encourage rules adherence.
Oversees park volunteers and assists with volunteer tasks.
Assists in resource management and invasive species removal.
Drafts and organizes social media posts.
Performs small maintenance/groundwork jobs as required.
Performs related tasks as required.

Skills and Physical Requirements:

Knowledge of Excel, Word, texting, and email.
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds, walk throughout the park, and stand for extended periods of time.
Will be subject to inside and outside environments, including extremes in temperature. Several hours a day will be spent outside.
Have a valid driver’s license and a high school diploma or equivalent.
Must be a U.S. citizen or be able to provide documentation of employment eligibility.
Represent the Park and the Village of Flat Rock in a positive and professional manner.

Applicants: This employee must be self-motivated and be able to work independently. This is a part-time position and job hours will vary. Must be able to work evening, weekend, and holiday hours as required. Applicant must be able to pass a drug test and background check. Preferred candidate would have previous experience in public park systems. Send cover letter and resume to Michael Dages, Park Director, at mdages@villageofflatrock.org.