Seasonal Recreation Program Specialist (Wargo Nature Center)

Job Posting End Date: December 13, 2026 at 11:59pm CST Hiring range: $17.00 to $20.00 per hour. The starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County. Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Position Description The Anoka County Parks mission is as a department of Anoka County, our mission is to positively impact the quality of life in Anoka County by providing parks, outdoor recreation, and leisure services for the public. Our mission encompasses the protection of the natural environment, improving the health of citizens, and supporting a strong local economy. The department has an immediate opening for Seasonal Recreation Program Specialist who will perform various duties. Some of the critical responsibilities of this position include plan and deliver park program activities that align with the program delivery goals and desired outcomes of the Parks Department. This is a seasonal, non-exempt, on-site position. Interviews will take place as applications are received for those selected to move forward in the hiring process. Pay & Benefits Salary: $17.00 to $20.00 per hour. Professional development opportunities. Work Location This position will primarily work at Wargo Nature Center, located at 7701 Main St, Lino Lakes, MN. Travel to other Anoka County Parks as needed. Expected work hours are varied including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, around 24 hours per week. This may include extended hours on weekends and holidays as required. Job Duties and Responsibilities These examples are not all-inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of the primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Seasonal Recreation Program Specialist. Teach outdoor recreational activities such as snowshoeing, skiing, hikes, and ice fishing. Lead public and private programming throughout the winter months, with the 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. Qualifications and Requirements Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed Requires accreditation from a technical school or applicable trades program. In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis Must have valid driver's license and vehicle available for business use Successfully pass driver's license and criminal history background check Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed Outdoor recreational experience. Degree in recreation and park administration or related field Excellent customer service skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Physical Demands and Work Conditions Indoor and outdoor county worksites in all weather conditions depending on assignment Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades and brightness. Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds Assignments require several hours of varied physical activity in addition to viewing a computer screen, sitting at a desk, or walking/standing Physical activity may include repeated bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, prolonged walking on sloped or uneven terrain, and handling/carrying equipment Ability to detect, discern, and tolerate a wide range of scents required for safety and performance of essential duties Cognitive abilities required include problem solving, prioritization of tasks, short- and long-term memory, interpreting and understanding written documents, and general mathematical skills Regular lifting of 0-25 lbs., occasional lifting of up to 75 lbs. Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment in addition to various park maintenance equipment depending on assignment Driving is required for this position and staff must have the ability to use a variety of mowers, tractors, pickup trucks, UTV's, and boats Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, airborne particles, prolonged vibration from machinery, and other hazards is possible while performing essential duties Travel between work sites may require driving a county vehicle and/or a personal vehicle Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions Selection Process It is importan #J-18808-Ljbffr