Intern - Turf Management

Purpose To provide assistance to the golf maintenance and turf management teams while allowing students enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program or within two quarters/semesters of graduation the opportunity to gain professional experience through on-the-job training as part of their educational experience.

Students may receive college credit for internship period.

Example of Duties Perform mowing, trimming, bunker maintenance, and cut and maintain cups on the golf courses; maintain turf to standards for greens, fairways, and rough areas on the courses.

Perform manual labor duties related to turf management, construction, and development of golf course projects as assigned.

Paint water boxes, ball washers, T-markers, rest rooms, signs, cart path lines.

Recognize, troubleshoot and respond to complex problems with golf course, equipment, facilities and repairs.

Performs basic irrigation system repair and replace sprinkler head.

Performs a variety of landscaping and golf course maintenance duties including, but not limited to mowing, fertilizing, trimming, mulching, etc.

Plant, fertilize, prune, water and transplant trees.

Paints and stains.

Assist in the basic repair of buildings, signs, tables, roadways, etc.

May conduct field surveys or inventories of plants and animals; ?may assist with various wildlife and resource management projects.

May assist with operation of golf course and/or related facilities.

Promotes the Park District through public contact.

Performs special projects and related duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications Education/Experience Students currently enrolled in a college or university pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree or recent graduates within two quarters/semesters preferably in related field of Environment and Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation, Sustainability, Wildlife Biology, Horticulture, Turf Management or other applicable fields or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Team-Oriented Works on a team.

Outstanding customer service, communications and interpersonal skills.

Attendance Being present at work is an essential function of the position.

Language Skills Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, professionally and courteously with visitors and members of the public, vendors, co-workers and staff.

Ability to explain technical park information in everyday language with customers.

Ability to recognize and understand non-verbal symbols and cues.

Communication occurs daily.

Technology Skills Demonstrated experience using computers, web-based programs, email, internet, intranet, Microsoft Office products, Adobe, fax machines, scanners, office and personal printers, multi-line phone systems, and basic office equipment.

Ability to learn other relevant computer programs.

Mathematical Skills Ability to deal with symbols in formulas, equations or graphs; ability to prepare meaningful, concise, and accurate reports; ability to calculate fractions, decimals, percentages; ability to recognize errors and make corrections.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.

Reasoning Ability Ability to carry out instructions, define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and develop appropriate recommendations to resolve identified problems; ability to proofread technical materials, recognize errors and make corrections; ability to gather, collate and classify information about data, people, and things.

Ability to design and produce concise and accurate reports that provide team with meaningful data for decision-making.

Ability to understand broad organizational objectives.

Ability to read and understand manuals.

Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk and hear, operate grounds maintenance and heavy equipment, lift heavy objects, operate power and hand tools, drive park vehicles, off-road vehicles, and golf carts, etc.

The employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms, etc.

The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Work Environment While performing the regular duties of the job, the employee regularly works in all outside weather conditions.

The employee spends a portion of their time working in the shop.

The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Any Additional Information Maintains effective working relationships with coworkers, other professionals, the general public and public officials.

Ability to work with the public in a courteous, positive and professional manner.

Takes an inquisitive interest in the park district, its history, rules and regulations, and current events to best serve the public and their wide variety of inquiries.

Other Information The above Description represents the essential and most significant duties of this position.

It is not intended to exclude other work duties, assignments and responsibilities not mentioned herein.

Due to the temporary nature of these roles, local applicants are preferred.

Supervision Received: Golf Course Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent Given: None FLSA Status Given the nature of this classification's duties/responsibilities, it has been designated as Non-Exempt under the governing Fair Labor Standards Act and, therefore, is entitled to formal overtime compensation and/or formal compensatory time.

Core Values Attendance Is at work as scheduled; reports to work on time; follows proper procedures for requesting leave or calling off.

Policies & Procedures Follows established policies and procedures; inquires of supervisor if unclear on policy/procedure, includes following safety policies, procedures and protocols.

Professionalism Handles the responsibilities of the position in an effective manner; maintains integrity and appropriate behavior in dealing with conflicts and challenges with the public, co-workers, and managers; offers differing points of view in an acceptable manner.

Team Player Supports other members of the organization in accomplishing their goals and projects; recognizes and credits others for their contribution in achieving goals.

Positive Attitude Supports Metro Parks established priorities at all times; cultivates team environment; exhibits enthusiasm while carrying out responsibilities; looks for solutions to work conflicts and challenges.

Productivity Thoroughly completes work in a timely manner; organizes and plans assignments well or follows supervisory instructions well with little explanation; follows-up as needed.

Quality Demonstrates technical competence, meets job expectations; completes assignments with few errors.

Initiative Does not wait to be told what to do; appropriately makes suggestions for improvements; does not hesitate when things do not go according to routine and quickly adjust to meet exceptions.

Interpersonal Communication Interacts with others with tact and courtesy; communicates clearly and effectively; shares information with supervisor or coworkers to achieve goals; responsive to the public.