Employment Opportunities

Medina County Park District is a local and regional leader in conservation, education, and the protection of natural resources. Employees take pride in the parks, trails, programs, and community; ensure quality outdoor experiences; protect public investments; plan the forests and prairies of tomorrow; and develop the next generation of stewards. Employment with the park district is more than a job -- it's an opportunity to make lives better in a fun, fulfilling team environment.

Employee Benefits Include:

Vacation and Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Health and Life Insurance (full-time employees only)
Worker's Compensation
Participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
Annual Uniform Allowance
Annual Stipend for Job-related Certification/Licensure (full-time employees only)
Tuition & Exam Fee Reimbursement Program
Vacation Sell-back Policy
Remote-Working Policy (limited to select job descriptions)
Free Open-air Shelter Reservations
50% Discount on Enclosed Facility Reservations (max. 2x/year)
20% Discount on Medina Community Recreation Center Membership (with district's membership in the Greater Medina Chamber)

Current Job Opening: Park Laborer (full-time)

Job Description: This is an entry-level position within the maintenance department. Under the direction of a supervisor, the park laborer works in all areas of park maintenance including groundskeeping, repairs, and other assignments necessary for the operations and upkeep of parks and facilities. Click HERE for the full job description.

Requirements: Experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, and/or maintenance of facilities and grounds; interest in the outdoors and the field of parks and recreation; ability to work effectively with others and take directions for performance of work

Any combination of training and experience that would indicate possession of the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform job duties

Possess and maintain a valid Ohio motor vehicle operator’s license with an insurable/acceptable driving record

Possess a minimum high school diploma or equivalent

Satisfactory fingerprint and criminal background check and drug screening

Salary: Range begins at $18.75/hour

Qualified applicants should fill out an application. Download an employment application by clicking HERE. Once you fill out the application, please drop it off or mail it to the Medina County Park District Headquarters at 6364 Deerview Lane, Medina, OH 44256. You can also email applications to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Current Job Opening: Seasonal Steward (Natural Resources)

Job Description: Under the direction of the natural resource manager, assists with duties pertaining to natural resource management including: invasive plant management; aquatic management project; tree maintenance projects; park maintenance activities; operation of mowing equipment, chainsaws, tractors, and trucks; natural resource inventories (i.e., flora and fauna surveys); and other duties as assigned

Click HERE for the full job description.

Requirements:

Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and have some experience with equipment operation.

Minimum first-year student in natural resource management, park and recreation management, wildlife management, or related field

Possess and maintain a valid Ohio motor vehicle operator’s license with an insurable/acceptable driving record

Hourly rate: $16/hour

For NON-LAW ENFORCEMENT positions, download an employment application by clicking on the link below. Once you fill out the application, please drop it off or mail it to the Medina County Park District Headquarters at 6364 Deerview Lane, Medina, OH 44256. You can also email applications to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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