Parks, Recreation and Tourism Opportunities
Updated March 19, 2024
| ACADEMIC Positions |
| Sports Analytics focused Assistant/Associate Professor – IU Indianapolis The Department of Tourism, Event, and Sport Management in the School of Health & Human Sciences at Indiana University invites applications for a 10-month appointment tenure track faculty position. The responsibilities of the position will include teaching and providing leadership for the sports analytics graduate program, teaching-related undergraduate courses in sports management, collaborating with industry to fund research and provide students with research opportunities, and service to the university and profession. — Associate Instructor – College of Health, Department of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism – University of Utah The Department of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism (PRT) in the College of Health at the University of Utah is pleased to announce a position for an Associate Instructor (Lecturer) for the 2024/25 academic year at 0.75 FTE (or 9-month equivalent). The Department is looking for a skilled educator, who will cover classes in the core curriculum and provide representation on Department, College, and University committees. This position will begin August 16, 2024. The successful candidate will have experience in teaching core classes including but not exclusive to introductory and mid-level courses in parks, recreation, and tourism management. Individuals with expertise in hospitality management and/or outdoor recreation & resource management are also encouraged to apply. Service based responsibilities representing the Department on College and University committees may also be required. — Faculty Position – Physical Education and Recreation – Gallaudet University The School of Human Services and Sciences is seeking applicants for a full-time non-tenure-track faculty position in the Physical Education and Recreation (PER) program. The non-tenure track faculty member will teach undergraduate courses, engage in service to the program, University and profession. The PER program is designed to prepare students to become leaders in promoting physical activities that enhance health. Students will acquire professional content knowledge and develop skills necessary to plan, lead and manage physical, recreation, and sports activities within diverse environments. — Instructor or Teaching Assistant Professor in Park Management and Conservation – Kansas State University The Department of Horticulture and Natural Resources is seeking a creative, innovative 12-Month Instructor OR Teaching Assistant Professor to teach courses and advise students in our undergraduate Park Management and Conservation (PMC) major. — Assistant Professor – Land-Based STEM Education – University of Idaho This is a full-time (nine month) tenure track academic year assistant professor appointment in the Natural Resources and Society department (50% teaching and advising, 20% Scholarship, 20% Outreach, 10% University service) with the option of an additional summer contract. The position is shared with the College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences (CEHHS). — Instructor or Senior Instructor – Natural Resources Management – University of Idaho The position, housed within the Department of Natural Resources and Society (NRS) is a nine-month, non-tenure track position. Rank is negotiable based on experience. The instructor will teach in-person courses for undergraduate students that support degree programs in the Department of Natural Resources and Society and College of Natural Resources. The instructor will support coursework within a wide range of natural resource topics, including developing courses in their area of expertise, while assisting in the launch of the new Natural Resource Enterprise Management undergraduate degree. The instructor will teach a total of 20-22 credit hours across the fall and spring semesters. It is expected that the instructor will be experienced with in-person pedagogies and seek professional development opportunities when available. — Research Scientist – Climate Impacts Group Team The Climate Impacts Group is hiring a research scientist to support climate justice research and outreach through the Northwest Climate Resilience Collaborative. This position will contribute to a body of work that focuses on moving climate adaptation and climate justice into an implementation space. The research scientist will help create case studies and synthesis reports related to climate justice, community-based research and projects within the Northwest Climate Resilience Collaborative. Additionally, this position will support the development and logistics of a climate justice summer institute and other projects. — Post Doc Position – Kansas State University Park Management and Conservation The Applied Park Science Lab in the Park Management and Conservation program of the Department of Horticulture and Natural Resources is seeking a visitor use management or recreation ecology expert with experience conducting mixed methods research and GIS applications. The candidate will contribute to three projects that include research for the National Park Service, United States Forest Service, and the United States Department of Agriculture. These projects feature visitor use management and recreation ecology research designs. The candidate will have the opportunity to be involved with designing research projects, data collection, analysis, developing manuscripts for publication, and leading a team of graduate students. — Instructor – Outdoor & Community Recreation Education – Weber State University The Department of Health, Physical Education & Recreation at Weber State University invites applications for a temporary (one-year) Instructor of Outdoor & Community Recreation Education (OCRE) position to begin July 1, 2024. The position has the possibility of converting into a tenure-track, assistant professor line at the end of the one-year appointment if the requirements for such a move are met. The OCRE program is the leading program in the College of Education when it comes to providing high impact experiences for our students, which includes offering community engaged experiences, undergraduate research, field-expeditions, international programming, and interdisciplinary opportunities. The current position requires teaching a 12-credit hour load each semester, which may include courses in: outdoor retailing, risk management, facilities management, recreation and society, inclusive recreation, leadership, and other courses in the program. We look forward to working with a colleague who shares a passion for excellence in pedagogy. — Two Assistant Professor Positions: Outdoor Recreation and Leadership / Recreation Therapy – Radford University Teach in the core curriculum and one or more of the following concentrations: outdoor recreation and leadership or recreation therapy. Applicants must be able to lead and supervise field experiences, advise students, and maintain an active role in scholarship and service to the profession and university community. Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and at least one degree in Recreation, Parks and Tourism (or related field) required. Evidence of interdisciplinary collaboration, experience with diverse populations, and earned doctorate preferred, ABD considered. — Professor / Associate Professor (Spatial Planning and Urban Studies) – CUHK The Department of Geography and Resource Management at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is seeking an outstanding candidate for the post of Professor / Associate Professor. We are particularly interested in applicants with expertise in spatial planning and urban studies, with a scholarly focus on sustainable urbanism. — Temporary Program Assistant for EmPOWERing Mountain Food Systems & Ag Ed This position will support the EmPOWERing Mountain Food Systems (EMFS) project and educational programs affiliated with the Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS) (specifically internships and apprenticeships). It will report directly to and be housed under the project director of EmPOWER project. This position will be dedicated to supporting the administrative needs of the grant for 50% of the time and administrative needs of the internships and apprenticeships within CEFS the other 50%. This position will be part of the Administrative Working Group and the Local Foods Working Group and will support the CEFS Business Manager in supporting the business functions of the two teams. EmPOWERing Mountain Food Systems is a federally funded grant targeted to coal impacted regions of Appalachia. Our goal is to help develop the local food and farming economy through supply chain enhancement, technical training, infrastructure development, agritourism, value-added production, business planning and an apprenticeship program. |
| INTERNSHIP Opportunities |
The Bradford Events Internship The Bradford is nestled on 16 acres in the quaint town of New Hill, North Carolina. It was intentionally designed to embrace the countryside of Europe while incorporating the serenity of home. A place where effortless elegance meets approachable luxury. Position Title: Bradford Intern. Semester long position (roughly three months). Pay is $100 per every event worked- minimum total is $1,200. — Intern – Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism – Hickory, NC Hickory, North Carolina, is a three-time All-America City on the Catawba River approximately one hour east of Asheville and one hour north of Charlotte. More than 40,000 residents call Hickory their home and Hickory is the hub of a 350,000 metropolitan area. Hickory has outstanding school systems, seven recreation facilities, two libraries, several golf courses, theaters, art museums, and eighteen gorgeous parks. Interns will be responsible for assisting Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism Staff. Work hours will vary depending on activities and events. *Seasonal: May-August* — Fall Semester Internship: Athelo Group We are a sports marketing agency based in Connecticut and are looking for students who are passionate about sports to join our internship program. We are currently recruiting for the 2024 Fall semester. For more information and to apply, please reach out to Tanner Steffy: tsteffy@athelogroup.com — Emerging Leaders Summit Intern – Appalachian Trail Conservancy This position advances ATC’s work promoting the Appalachian Trail as a place of social connection and empowerment for all people. The Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) has a demonstrated commitment to youth outreach and engagement and advancing the values of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility in outdoor recreation and public lands stewardship. Through initiatives like our annual Emerging Leaders’ Summit (ELS) and our Next Generation (NextGen) Advisory Council, we work to authentically build and empower a more diverse group of young people who care about the Trail and the personal and societal benefits of a bond with the natural world. The Emerging Leaders’ Summit(s) is a multi-day gathering during which the ATC brings together a diverse cohort of young people ages 18-30 to connect with their peers, learn trail skills, and cultivate a shared commitment to making the outdoors a welcoming place for all to enjoy. In addition to supporting the Summit the intern will work with ATC staff on Youth and Young Adult Outreach initiatives including but not limited to the Next Generation Advisory Council. This internship is sponsored by the Partnership for the National Trails System — Seasonal Park Ranger Internships – Lucky Peak State Park, Boise, Idaho Internship positions involve various skills including but not limited to: Building and Grounds Maintenance: Maintains park facilities and grounds to ensure resource preservation and visitor safety. Including janitorial services, minor repair of facilities and equipment; lawn mowing, trimming and irrigation. Performs a variety of basic craft activities to include carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and masonry. Operates and repairs vehicles, trucks, mowers, groomers, backhoes, as well as hand and power tools. Clerical: Keeping required records and files, preparing correspondence and reports, or filing and compiling data for reports as directed. Resource Management: Park and recreation rule compliance, and conflict resolution of visitor and user issues. Inventorying and monitoring plants and wildlife, analyzing and uploading data recorded, treating noxious weeds. Marina Duties: Fueling Boats and providing other assistance to boaters. Directing traffic within parking lot areas. Dock repairs and maintenance. Visitor Services: Maintaining positive public relations, and engagement through interpretative and experiential programming. Maintaining park publication inventory, displays, and shelter reservations; responding to information requests from management, staff, and visitors; providing information in person, via email, and phone. Retail: Handling money including balancing and closing cash registers; completing sales transmittals and making bank deposits. |
| PARKS & RECREATION Jobs |
| Communications Manager – Blue Ridge National Heritage Area The Blue Ridge National Heritage Area (BRNHA) seeks a full-time Communications Manager in Asheville, North Carolina to refine and implement the organization’s brand. The position will manage an effective strategy to communicate the organization’s work to its current audience, as well as capture the interest of new audiences to partner with and support BRNHA. The candidate will create and implement a donor and sponsor communications strategy to meet the organization’s budgetary needs and track BRNHA’s promotional efforts to support programming and events. They will be responsible for the creation, production, and distribution of interactive and compelling promotional content, including a monthly partner and visitor e-news, website and social media, press releases, fact sheets, brochures, annual reports, and community updates. — Visitor Use Analyst – National Park Service, Intermountain Regional Office This position coordinates and facilitates the development of visitor use management (VUM) plans and strategies and provides technical assistance to parks throughout the Intermountain region, which includes Texas, Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Colorado, Utah, Wyoming and Montana. The position also serves as the principal advisor to the regional planning manager, regional leadership, and park managers on visitor use strategies and recreation management techniques needed to meet visitor experience and access goals. In these roles, the incumbent successfully integrates a variety of professional experience and disciplines related to park planning, visitor experience and resource protection, social science, transportation, and environmental impact analysis. — Assistant Recreation Center Supervisor – City of High Point Parks & Recreation Department Performs responsible professional work supervising recreational programs and directing the operation of a neighborhood recreation center; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of a Recreation Center Supervisor. Supervision is exercised over part-time staff, volunteers, and program participants. Work schedule may include nights, weekends, and holidays. — Assistant Director – Community Recreation Services Division – City of Durham Parks and Recreation Department Reporting to the Parks and Recreation Director, you’ll serve as the leader of the Community Recreation Services Division and a team member to the department’s leadership team consisting of the Assistant Director over Business Services, the Assistant Director over Park Planning and Project Development and the Culture and Community Manager. — Seasonal Park Aid – Lucky Peak State Park Pay Rate: Starting at $13.00 Location: Lucky Peak State Park- Discovery Unit, Sandy Point Unit, Spring Shores Marina Unit; Boise Idaho 83716 Length of Employment: The length of employment differs among the parks, but typically lasts from the latter part of May to the first part of September. However, there are jobs that begin as early as March and may last into November. Maximum 5 months consecutively before required lay off period. Minimum Requirements: You should be able to perform routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning rest rooms, operate a variety of equipment, follow written and oral instructions, perform moderately heavy labor, work under adverse weather conditions, and deal appropriately and tactfully with others. Some positions require you have or obtain a valid driver’s license, standard First-Aid and CPR certifications. You will also be required to adhere to uniform policies. Most job duties require employees to be at least 18 years of age. — Public Lands Engagement Manager – MountainTrue MountainTrue is seeking a Public Lands Engagement Manager. This is a full-time position (40hrs/week) that reports to the Public Lands Biologist. They are tasked with: 60% – Organizing, advocacy, and outreach to engage the public to address threats and seize opportunities to protect, invest in, and better manage local, state, and federal public lands in the region. 40% – Manage volunteers to steward public lands through activities such as non-native species control, ecological restoration, and monitoring and maintenance of trail and road infrastructure on public lands. — Partnerships Program Specialist – Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Manteo, NC The main function is to build and maintain partnerships at the Federal, State and Local level. Duties include but not limited to: Builds and maintains partnerships and serves as primary liaison at both the Federal and State level; Advises the Superintendent in the development and implementation of new strategies, policies, and procedures for the park to deliver funds or objectives for resource preservation by new or designated partners; Prepares and administers cooperative agreements and Cooperative Management Agreements (CMA) with designated partners to deliver programming, capital investments, etc.; Maintains Agreement Technical Representative (ATR) certification — Grants Specialist – State of North Carolina Parks and Recreation The position independently promotes the development of public recreation facilities of local governments and acquisition of park land throughout the State of NC to eligible applicants: counties, incorporated municipalities, and public authorities (defined by GS-159-7) via the grant program of the NC Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF) and the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF). — Program Manager – City Parks Alliance City Parks Alliance seeks a Program Manager to manage the execution of programs, primarily the biennial Greater & Greener urban parks conference and park study tours. The Program Manager is also responsible for managing the ParkXChange online resource library and supports virtual programs including webinars, peer conversations, skill-building workshops, and other in-person learning opportunities. The position offers an opportunity to join a growing and dynamic organization of urban park leaders in North America. — Manager of People and Culture – City of Wheat Ridge, CO The Manager of People and Culture is responsible for providing leadership and establishing strategic and operational direction in all aspects of human resources in the City. The position is designed to support the City’s strategic initiatives and organizational culture. |
| TOURISM and EVENTS Jobs |
| American Hotel and Lodging Association – Multiple Positions AHLA is a dynamic trade association headquartered in D.C., with a tradition of serving the hospitality industry for more than a century. Whether you are advocacy focused, or looking to enhance our member value proposition, you can be sure that the work you do here, will have a lasting impact. We are seeking results-oriented professionals who are driven to make a difference, share the same goals and have a sense of purpose to support our industry. We offer a collaborative work environment, competitive salary, generous benefits package, and the opportunity to be part of a successful organization that truly values the creativity and innovation of its staff. Open positions include: Executive Assistant Manager, Committee Meeting Engagement Director, Committees & Member Engagement Senior Vice President, Conferences and Events — Director of Sustainable Tourism and Partnerships – Leave No Trace Leave No Trace seeks a dynamic, visionary, highly collaborative Director of Sustainable Tourism and Partnerships to join our team. We want to hear from you if you’re ready to make a tangible difference in the conservation world while enjoying a flexible work environment and competitive compensation package. As an employee, you’ll spearhead initiatives to engage destination management organizations using Leave No Trace education and guidelines to inform best tourism sustainability practices worldwide. From crafting innovative sustainable tourism strategies to fostering key relationships with stakeholders, your role will be instrumental in shaping the future of outdoor stewardship in the tourism space. Join us in our mission to leave a lasting legacy of environmental conservation for generations to come. Apply now and join our dedicated team in the scenic Denver, CO, area! — Tourism Manage – Idaho Department of Commerce As the lead economic development and marketing agency for the State of Idaho, the mission of the Idaho Department of Commerce is to foster a business-friendly environment to aid in quality job creation, support existing companies, strengthen communities, promote innovation, and market Idaho domestically and internationally. The Tourism Manager is responsible for and actively participates with a team of specialists in marketing the State of Idaho as a tourism destination. The Tourism Manager champions the Visit Idaho brand, the State of Idaho’s consumer tourism marketing program. The position requires knowledge of marketing and promotion, strong written and verbal communication skills, strong project management skills, and the ability to build relationships with statewide tourism industry professionals and state and federal agency partners. The Tourism Manager is based out of the Idaho Department of Commerce downtown Boise office. — Digital Content Producer – North Carolina Museum of History The Digital Content Producer will partner with the North Carolina Museum of History Communications and Marketing team to implement marketing, branding & public relations communication plans – plans to drive awareness to the North Carolina Museum of History and the multitude of exhibits and programs offered annually. The communication strategies will align with the established mission, goals, and objectives of the North Carolina Museum of History. The marketing and communications plan will be tailored to meet the unique needs of the museum visitor, utilizing a “voice” and point of view that resonates within a local, regional, national and international context. The objective of the strategy is to promote the North Carolina Museum of History, its mission and its constantly changing exhibits and programs. |
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| ACADEMIC Positions Academic Support Program for Student-Athletes (ASPSA) – On Campus Job for Spring WHO IS ASPSA? Located centrally on campus, the Academic Support Program for Student-Athletes (ASPSA) supports the academic, personal, and professional development needs of all student-athletes at NC State. Each semester, hundreds of Wolfpack student-athletes benefit from ASPSA’s tutoring services thanks to the efforts of our support staff.WHAT POSITIONS ARE OPEN?Tutor: Provide individual, small group, and/or drop-in style content tutoring based on specific academic coursesAcademic Mentor: Work on academic skills such as time management, goal setting, self-advocacy, test preparation, note-taking, and reading comprehensionWriting Assistant: Work in ASPSA’s writing center to support writing across multiple disciplinesTo find more about the qualifications for each position and the application, you can visit our website: go.ncsu.edu/aspsa — NC State College Advising Corps NC State College Advising Corps hires recent graduates to serve as AmeriCorps college advisers in high-need, rural high schools in North Carolina. AmeriCorps College advisers support students in underserved communities plan for, apply to, and enroll in college. The AmeriCorps college adviser role is a 1-2 year paid service position. It is a great opportunity to gain experience in the field and gain many transferable skills while making a positive impact in communities. We seek service-minded individuals to help empower students across the state!Our current vacancies are: James Kenan High School in Duplin County Northampton County High School in Northampton County To learn more and apply, please visit https://go.ncsu.edu/cac — Assistant Director, Student-Athlete Success Program – Johnson C. Smith University Reports to the Director of the Center for Student Success and Academic Excellence. The Assistant Director will work to meet the academic support needs of student-athletes. Specifically, this person will have oversight of the program administration and all aspects of academic advising and success coaching team for student-athletes; monitoring of daily, evening and some weekend study hall requirements. — GIS Manager II – University of South Carolina Responsible for oversight and management of the requirements contained in the University’s campus wide site license agreement with ESRI, as well as being the primary GIS support contact for University-related research, teaching, outreach and service that contains a geospatial component. Coordinate and provide geospatial technology-related training and guest lectures/presentations throughout campus on the application of geospatial technology to a wide array of disciplines. Coordinate and provide consultation and support throughout campus on geospatial technology issues, and issues related to the Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) license contract. Supervised by the Chair of Geography Department who will provide direction, general guidelines, and set priorities. — Nature and Health Alliance Program Manager – Texan by Nature Texan by Nature is seeking a full-time Program Manager for the Nature and Health Alliance, a nationwide collaboration between leading universities and other research organizations. The mission of the Alliance is to enhance understanding of, foster evidence for, and communicate about the relations between nature and health. See the full job description. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and one relevant writing sample by November 15, 2023, to Joni Carswell via email at jobs@texanbynature.org. – Assistant Professor of Sport Management – Clemson University Currently the Sport and Recreation Management emphasis area within the PRTM program at Clemson University serves 200+ students and growing. We seek a faculty member who will continue the program’s excellence in teaching, demonstrate an emerging line of fundable research related to sport, have expertise in contemporary quantitative analyses, translation, and application and exhibit a proficiency in open-source statistical tools (e.g., R, Python). The successful candidate will collaborate with faculty across the PRTM department, College of Behavioral, Social, and Health Sciences, and broader university; conduct relevant research, teach undergraduate and graduate level courses, advise and mentor graduate students through theses and dissertations, engage in departmental, college, and university service, and carry out other departmental duties as required. — Assistant Professor of Recreation Sciences – East Carolina University East Carolina University seeks an individual for a nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Sports Management in the Department of Recreation Sciences (RCSC) within the College of Health and Human Performance for an August 2024 start date.Primary responsibilities of the position are to: Teach in the graduate and undergraduate sports management concentration and within the shared core classes in Sports Management and Recreation Sciences; Contribute to the advancement and promotion of Sports Management concentration within the undergraduate and graduate programs; Supervise Sports Management student field experiences, mentor students on academic procedures and career goals, and engage in outreach within the region. — 9 Month Teaching Instructor Position – Recreation Sciences – East Carolina University East Carolina University seeks an individual for a nine-month, fixed-term Teaching Instructor with experience in Sport Management and/or Community Recreation in the Department of Recreation Sciences (RCSC) within the College of Health and Human Performance for an August 2024 start date.Duties include teaching within the shared core classes in Sport, Recreation, and Park Management; Contributing to the advancement and promotion of the undergraduate program in Recreation and Park Management; Supervising student field experiences; and mentoring students on academic procedures and career goals.Expectations include delivery of instruction and mentoring with a learner-centered approach; curriculum leadership; and providing meaningful service to the University, community, and profession. Candidates must possess a master’s degree in Recreation and Park Management, Sports Management, or a related area. — Director of Development – TennGreen Land Conservancy TennGreen seeks a Director of Development to strategically capitalize on recent successes and continue our record-breaking growth, ultimately expanding a successful program to build upon the financial resources necessary to further our urgent mission. We are looking for a Strategist to join our successful team. The Director is responsible for providing leadership for TennGreen in planning and implementing strategies to maximize support from all of its constituencies for institutional priorities. — Open-Rank Faculty Position – Health Technology And/Or Artificial Intelligence And HealthFor Recreation, Sport And Tourism – University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign We seek candidates with an interdisciplinary research agenda in recreation, sport and/or tourism that addresses technology to promote health and well-being. Examples of research areas that align with this position include (but are not limited to): adoption of technologies, adaptive technologies, spatial analytics/geographic analysis, big data methods, especially those using (AI), and other AI and health technologies for health in the contexts of recreation, sport and tourism.UIUC is hiring a cluster of faculty in the broadly themed area AI for Community Health to promote and support health and well-being. The candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate with other faculty members hired as part of the cluster. The cluster will be supported by multiple research centers which will provide resources and support to develop this important research area. Participating centers include the Health Care Engineering Systems Center (HCESC) in the Grainger College of Engineering, the Center on Aging, Health, and Disability (CHAD) in the College of Applied Health Sciences, the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA), and the Cline Center for Advanced Social Research, among others. — Faculty Position: Clinical Assistant Professor – Arizona State University The School of Community Resources and Development in the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions at Arizona State University, invites applications for one, full-time, benefits-eligible, academic-year (9 month), career-track position of Clinical Assistant Professor to begin August 2024. Application deadline is January 1, 2024; Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis for a reserve pool. Applications in the reserve pool may then be reviewed in the order in which they were received until the position is filled. — Project Evaluator – NC State Extension The Department of Agricultural and Human Sciences is seeking a full- time Project Evaluator to lead program evaluation, data collection, analysis, and reporting efforts for a Center for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) funded project focused on improving nutrition and physical activity access across 10 counties across NC. Applicant screening will begin late January 2024.Questions? Contact Search Committee Chair Dr. Virginia C. Stage: virginia_stage@ncsu.edu INTERNSHIP Opportunities State of NC Internship – Science Communications & Marketing Intern (In Person) Department: Natural and Cultural Resources Division: Museum of Natural Sciences No less than spending your summer helping to save the world – one Instagram reel, one web post, one newsletter at a time 🙂 Join our team of science communicators & marketers to help share the story of what the Museum does. You’ll refine current skills, gain new ones, engage your creativity, and work to create your own body of work that is both mission driven for the Museum, but also helps add to your portfolio of skills and assets to ensure this internship helps you move forward in this field of work. Ultimately this internship will be shaped by the skills, interests, and enthusiasm you bring to the table. We need many different types of voices, so why don’t you come help us tell our story? — Spring internship opportunity with Friends of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail Friends of the Mountains-to-Sea-Trail is looking for a paid, part-time student intern (10-15 hours per week) for the spring 2024 semester to help our organization fulfill its mission to bring together communities and volunteers to build, maintain, and advocate for an enduring footpath connecting North Carolina’s natural, historic, and cultural treasures and to ensure that all people feel welcome on the trail. A start date in January or February 2024 is preferred and weekly schedule is flexible. PARKS & RECREATION Jobs Assistant Parks & Recreation Director – City of Albemarle The City of Albemarle is seeking a highly motivated Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation to plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the recreation programs, activities, and special events within the Parks and Recreation Department. As The Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation, you will play a key role in the development, coordination, and management of recreation programs, facilities, and services within the City of Albemarle. You will work closely with the Director of Parks and Recreation to plan, organize, and implement a wide range of activities and initiatives that promote health, well-being, and community engagement. — Arts and Cultural Program Supervisor – Chatham County The Arts and Cultural Program Supervisor is a new addition to Chatham County Parks and Recreation team and is responsible for planning, coordinating, implementing, and supervising a new and diverse range of art and cultural programs, and events, and instructional classes to serve our residents. This position works closely together with the other Program Supervisors to coordinate programs and special events and must have the ability to work flexible hours, including some required evening and weekend work. — Social Science Technician – Grand Teton National Park The social science technician works closely with the park social scientist to better understand visitor use and experience, as well as recreation related impacts in Grand Teton National Park and the John D. Rockefeller Memorial Parkway. Major duties include: Developing data collection protocols and sampling plans; Collecting social science data related to visitor use, visitor experience, and visitor related resource impacts, including deploying visitor use monitoring equipment, downloading information from equipment, administering face to face interviews with park visitors, observing visitor behaviors, and using GIS equipment and mobile applications; Organizing and consolidating data to prepare for analysis; Analyzing social science data to answer research questions; Communicate social science research via written reports to a range of audiences. — Associate Director – Learning and Evaluation – KABOOM! As Director of Learning and Evaluation at KABOOM! you will work to establish a data-informed, learning-focused approach to advancing KABOOM!’s mission of ending playspace inequity through the analysis of research, data, and other information. You will lead KABOOM!’s efforts to map gaps in playspace equity, help to determine the quality of existing playspaces in partnership with municipal and nonprofit networks, and significantly contribute to the measurement of outcomes and outcomes that results from our work. You will work to support KABOOM! staff and external research consultants to expand the organization’s capacity to measure the effectiveness of its work and to advocate for increased investment in closing the playspace inequity gap. You will also support the drafting of funding proposals that demonstrate KABOOM!’s evaluative capacity and support the building of relationships to improve park and playspace equity. Finally, you will support Directors, Vice Presidents, and the CEO as they leverage data, research, and other kinds of information to make the case for ending playspace inequity across the United States. — Track Out Camp Counselors – Triangle Rock Club We are proud to work with some of the highest quality Camp Counselors in the area and are looking to add to our team! We’re hiring applicants who have a demonstrated passion for climbing and genuine desire to work in youth development. Top candidates are those who are good team players, enthusiastic, and engaging. Enjoys working with user groups that include youth, families, first time customers, and beginner climbers. Learn more about this role at trianglerockclub.com. To apply submit resume and references to our Programs Manager, Brenna Adams at brenna@trianglerockclub.com. — Parks and Recreation Athletic Specialist – Concord, NC The purpose of this position is to coordinate the development, implementation, and assessment of recreation and leisure programs held in centers, parks, or other sites around the city. TOURISM and EVENTS Jobs American Hotel and Lodging Association – Multiple Positions AHLA is a dynamic trade association headquartered in D.C., with a tradition of serving the hospitality industry for more than a century. Whether you are advocacy focused, or looking to enhance our member value proposition, you can be sure that the work you do here, will have a lasting impact. We are seeking results-oriented professionals who are driven to make a difference, share the same goals and have a sense of purpose to support our industry. We offer a collaborative work environment, competitive salary, generous benefits package, and the opportunity to be part of a successful organization that truly values the creativity and innovation of its staff. Open positions include: Executive Assistant Manager, Committee Meeting Engagement Director, Committees & Member Engagement Senior Vice President, Conferences and Events — Director of Sustainable Tourism and Partnerships – Leave No Trace Leave No Trace seeks a dynamic, visionary, highly collaborative Director of Sustainable Tourism and Partnerships to join our team. We want to hear from you if you’re ready to make a tangible difference in the conservation world while enjoying a flexible work environment and competitive compensation package. As an employee, you’ll spearhead initiatives to engage destination management organizations using Leave No Trace education and guidelines to inform best tourism sustainability practices worldwide. From crafting innovative sustainable tourism strategies to fostering key relationships with stakeholders, your role will be instrumental in shaping the future of outdoor stewardship in the tourism space. Join us in our mission to leave a lasting legacy of environmental conservation for generations to come. Apply now and join our dedicated team in the scenic Denver, CO, area! — Tourism Manage – Idaho Department of Commerce As the lead economic development and marketing agency for the State of Idaho, the mission of the Idaho Department of Commerce is to foster a business-friendly environment to aid in quality job creation, support existing companies, strengthen communities, promote innovation, and market Idaho domestically and internationally. The Tourism Manager is responsible for and actively participates with a team of specialists in marketing the State of Idaho as a tourism destination. The Tourism Manager champions the Visit Idaho brand, the State of Idaho’s consumer tourism marketing program. The position requires knowledge of marketing and promotion, strong written and verbal communication skills, strong project management skills, and the ability to build relationships with statewide tourism industry professionals and state and federal agency partners. The Tourism Manager is based out of the Idaho Department of Commerce downtown Boise office. — Digital Content Producer – North Carolina Museum of History The Digital Content Producer will partner with the North Carolina Museum of History Communications and Marketing team to implement marketing, branding & public relations communication plans – plans to drive awareness to the North Carolina Museum of History and the multitude of exhibits and programs offered annually. The communication strategies will align with the established mission, goals, and objectives of the North Carolina Museum of History. The marketing and communications plan will be tailored to meet the unique needs of the museum visitor, utilizing a “voice” and point of view that resonates within a local, regional, national and international context. The objective of the strategy is to promote the North Carolina Museum of History, its mission and its constantly changing exhibits and programs. |
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