Park Technician Programming and Education

Do you want a career where your skills and passion will make a direct impact in the local community? Wake County Parks, Recreation and Open Space seeks a Park Technician of Programming and Education at Lake Crabtree County Park and Haleys Branch Trails. We're looking for a Park Technician with proven interest in program delivery, skills in customer service, knowledge of park operations and a passion for parks to join our team. You will have an exciting opportunity to help shape the delivery of programs and activities while working closely with our maintenance team. This is a part-time, regular position working 20 hours per week. As a frontline staff member with frequently shifting job roles and responsibilities, the ideal candidate will demonstrate adaptability and excel at interpersonal communication and public relations. Park staff strive to provide a safe, enjoyable park experiences through programming, visitor services, daily operational tasks, facility maintenance and resource stewardship. Wake County Parks, Recreation and Open Space connects people to the things we love most – outdoor recreation, nature and history. As a member of our team, you’ll regularly interact with our community, deliver services that are highly valued by residents and support operations of our parks and facilities. Everything you do will be focused on providing excellent customer service and an enjoyable park experience for our diverse and growing community. Essential Functions Assist with all aspects of park programming - developing, coordinating, implementing and evaluating programs at Lake Crabtree County Park and Haleys Branch Trails Supervise and mentor our temporary staff and volunteers Commitment to culturally competent visitor engagement; ability to adapt and be flexible in a dynamic environment to meet the needs of all visitors Assist with daily park operations, including grounds maintenance and custodial duties Support natural resource stewardship, including wildlife monitoring projects Provide excellent customer service while ensuring our park facilities are welcoming, open, clean, and safe for the community to enjoy Conduct outreach and engagement with culturally diverse audiences