Volunteer & Job Opportunities

PHONE: (216) 831- 8601

FAX: (216) 831- 4209

If you would like to gain rewarding experience volunteering or working with Orange Community Education & Recreation department please visit this web page often to learn about exciting opportunities. 

All program areas of the department need volunteer help on a regular basis and for various projects throughout the year. Volunteer opportunities are available to help with the department's many special events including Orange Jubilee, health fairs, registration fairs, Safety Town, beautification projects and more. Volunteers are also recruited to serve on the Orange Community Education & Recreation Commission, on advisory councils and for other task or focus groups. Click here find out more information on the OCE&R Commission.

Several employment opportunities are available with the department including year-round and seasonal positions. Core staff positions may have occasional vacancies and those will be advertised in the news and/or posted at the department's office sites and website. These include programming staff, early childhood teachers, support and operations staff, supervisory staff and before and after school childcare staff. Lifeguards and swim instructor positions are available year-round and summer camp directors and counselor positions are available during the summer.

Please note:  A criminal BCI&I & FBI background check including fingerprints is required prior to employment (and for certain volunteer opportuniites).  The current cost of the background check to be paid by the potential employee is $46.  Background checks are scheduled after applicants are interviewed.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

SAFETY TOWN VOLUNTEERS:
Teens entering 8th grade or older. Be a part of the Safety Town team. Work with area police officers and Safety Town staff to teach kindergarten children about safety. For information and application contact Orange Early Childhood 216-831-4909 or the recreation office 216-831-8601. Community service hours available. **Volunteers are required to attend training session and work the entire two weeks of Safety Town**  July 12-23, 2010 plus training session on July 7.  Click here for Safety Town Volunteer Form

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

DOWNLOAD:  OCE&R Employment Application - Required for all Applications

AQUATICS PROGRAM:  Lifeguards/ Learn to Swim Instructors/Head Guard/ Manager positions are available.  Scheduling is flexible around school or other jobs.  Pay is competitive.  If lifeguarding or CPR certifications have expired, re-certification can be done if skills are acceptable.  Contact Sandra at 216-831-8601 ext. 2316 for more information.  Please mail completed application (see link above) to Sandra Andrews, OCE&R, 32000 Chagrin Blvd, Pepper Pike OH 44124.

SENIOR ADULT PROGRAM: Senior Adult Recreation Associate Orange Community Education & Recreation announces an opening for an experienced individual to serve as the Adult Recreation Associate in a comprehensive Older Adult program which is part of a local Community Education and Recreation Program.

Candidate will have minimum of two years experience in coordinating and supervising a wide variety of enrichment and recreational activities and programs for adults fifty-five and older in a similar non-profit setting. Assistant will work closely with Older Adult Coordinator in identifying and implementing programs, classes and services that meet the needs of fifty plus adults in the greater Orange district. 

Preferred candidate will have experience in marketing, public relations and customer service along with excellent administrative, writing, organizational, operational, computer and office skills. Must be proficient in Word, Publisher, Excel, e-marketing and be able to supervise and teach enrichment and recreational activities for boomers and older adults.

College degree in related field required. Part time position scheduled at 28 hours per week, year-round

See job description here.

Interested candidates should email, fax or send resume with cover letter no later than:

Aug, 30, 2010

EMAIL: lfaltisco@orange.k12.oh.us

FAX: 216-831-4209

Orange Community Education & Recreation

ATTN: Adult Recreation Assistant

32000 Chagrin Blvd.

Pepper Pike, OH 44124

YOUTH PROGRAM: Youth Program Associate Orange Community Education & Recreation announces an opening for an experienced individual to serve as the Youth Program Associate in a comprehensive youth and teen program located on the Orange School Campus.

Candidate will have a minimum of two years experience in coordinating and supervising a wide variety of enrichment and recreational activities and programs for youth in K-12 in a similar non-profit setting. Associate will work closely with Youth Coordinator and program staff in developing and implementing programs, classes and services that meet the needs of youth in the greater Orange district and will assist in providing a wide variety of support for after school programs, summer camps and volunteer training and management.

Preferred candidate will have experience in administration, marketing, public relations and customer service along with excellent writing, organizational, operational, computer and office skills. Must be proficient in Word, Publisher, Excel, e-marketing and be able to supervise and teach enrichment and recreational activates for youth.

College degree in related field required. Full time, year-round position, with generous benefit package. See job description here.

Interested candidates should email, fax or send resume with cover letter no later than:

August 17, 2010.

EMAIL: info@orange.k12.oh.us

FAX: 216-831-4209

Orange Community Education & Recreation

ATTN: Youth Associate

32000 Chagrin Blvd.

Pepper Pike, Ohio 44124

YOUTH PROGRAM: Open Door Program Leader Orange Community Education & Recreation announces an opening for an experienced individual to join the youth team working in the Open Door before and after school program.

Candidate will have experience working in and implementing a school age child care program. Knowledge of child development and a solid commitment to serving children and families.  Must have ability to collaborate with a dedicated and enthusiastic team of community education & recreation professionals.

Preferred candidate will have a college degree in related field or high school diploma and be in process of acquiring a degree in teaching or related field. A certificate in First Aid and CPR and knowledge in the identification of communicable diseases and child abuse is preferred.

School year part time position Monday-Friday 1:30-5:30pm, summer hours optional; other times as scheduled. See job description here.

Interested candidates should email, fax or send or a completed application with cover letter no later than:

August 17, 2010

EMAIL: OpenDoor@orange.k12.oh.us

FAX 216-831-4209

Orange Community Education & Recreation

ATTN: Open Door Office

32000 Chagrin Blvd.

Pepper Pike, Ohio 44124