Seasonal Recreation Program Specialist (Wargo Nature Center)

County of Anoka•Lino Lakes, MN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Anoka County Parks is hiring a Seasonal Recreation Program Specialist to plan and deliver outdoor park activities aligned with the department’s program goals and desired outcomes. The role supports public and private winter programming and may also assist with Wildlife Outreach or Environmental Education programs. It is a seasonal, non-exempt, on-site position primarily based at Wargo Nature Center in Lino Lakes, Minnesota, with travel to other Anoka County Parks as needed. The position averages approximately 24 hours per week, with varied hours including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, and may require extended hours on weekends and holidays. The hourly hiring range is $17.00 to $20.00, depending on experience, education, and qualifications. Professional development opportunities are offered.

Requirements

Accreditation from a technical school or applicable trades program; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Valid driver's license and a vehicle available for business use.
Successfully pass a driver's license and criminal history background check.
Ability to perform varied physical activity, including repeated bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, prolonged walking on sloped or uneven terrain, and handling or carrying equipment.
Ability to regularly lift 0–25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 75 pounds.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, depending on assignment.
Ability to drive and use a variety of mowers, tractors, pickup trucks, UTVs, and boats.
Ability to travel between work sites using a county vehicle and/or personal vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Outdoor recreational experience.
Degree in recreation and park administration or a related field.
Excellent customer service skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Teach outdoor recreational activities such as snowshoeing, skiing, hikes, and ice fishing.
Lead public and private programming throughout the winter months, with flexibility to support Wildlife Outreach or Environmental Education programs as needed.
Encourage respect for personal property, recreational equipment, facilities, and the environment.
Load, transport, and maintain recreational equipment, including snowshoes, kick sleds, cross-country skis, fat-tire bikes, and fishing equipment.