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Volunteer Opportunities
The Clarksville Parks & Recreation Department is supported through the kindness of local volunteers. We are always looking for individuals interested in serving their community. If you are interested in any of the opportunities below, contact Ken Conklin at 812-283-5313.
You must be at least 16 years old to volunteer.
Green Thumb Club
• Show your support and help us keep our parks looking great by becoming a Green Thumb Club volunteer. These volunteers will assist us in maintaining and planting flower beds, caring for our wooded areas, and maintaining the condition of local plant life in our parks.
Special Events Crew
• This is a perfect opportunity for local teens and college students, but anyone is welcome. Throughout the year the Clarksville Parks Department hosts several events including our Fall Harvest Hayride, Easter Egg Hunt, Family Campout, Gobbler Games, and MORE! Duties can range from working a registration/welcome table and helping with set-up and tear-down, to running an activity or working a concession area.
Marketing Masters
• This is another great opportunity for area teens or college students. Do you have an interest in marketing? During the year, we set up marketing booths at dozens of community and schools events. We use these events to market our programs, while offering an activity such as our wiggle cars, bounce house, and mobile arcade basketball game. As a Marketing Master volunteer, you will help us spread the word about all the great programs the Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department has to offer. You may learn something about marketing, and even have a little fun in the process. This experience would look great on a resume or college application!
Office Helpers
• A great opportunity for retirees. If you are looking to help your community, but you are more suited for indoor/less strenuous work, this is perfect for you. Duties can range from answering phones, stuffing envelopes, filing, making copies, and even assisting customers at our service window.
Download Our Volunteer Application
Parks Summer Internship (Paid)
INTERNSHIP SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Programming Coordinator, Interns will provide assistance with the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of sports and recreation activities for people of all ages and abilities. Specific duties are discussed in interviews but may include the following: facilitating and/or instructing recreational activities, assisting with public marketing events/festivals, and working on projects in general program/office administration. Interns may also assist in operation of a public golf course and aquatic center. A primary function of this job is to ensure that each visitor/customer/participant receives the highest caliber service.
LOCATION: 2000 Broadway Street, Suite 221, Clarksville, IN 47129 | 812-283-5313
SUPERVISOR: Communications Director
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assist in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating recreation activities, as listed above.
• Assist with preparing site and equipment for activity with proper clean up at the end of each activity.
• Inform Programming Coordinator of any program delivery issues or concerns, equipment concerns or equipment maintenance needs.
• Attend required program staff meetings and trainings.
• Enforce program policies and procedures.
• Wear issued uniform and adhere to dress code.
• Create a nurturing, positive and professional environment while promoting program policies and procedures amongst staff, volunteers and community.
• Communicate clearly, honestly, and respectfully with all staff, participants, parents, and volunteers.
• All other duties as specified.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Commitment to a positive, fun and team-oriented working environment.
• Ability to work effectively with children and adults.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Completion of a background check & possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be currently enrolled and taking classes in an accredited college or university, with the intent of obtaining a degree in Parks & Recreation, Sports Administration, Facility Management, or a related field.
HOURS AND COMPENSATION:
Interns are expected to work between 10-20 hours per week on programs and projects during normal office hours (8:30am – 4:30pm | Monday – Friday), with some weekend and evening programs/events. This is a PAID INTERNSHIP.
HOW TO APPLY:
1. Complete and submit the internship application.
2. Attach a current resume related to the position for which you are applying.
3. Include up-to-date college transcripts (copies are acceptable).
4. Include any letters of reference/recommendation.
5. Length of the internship will be determined based on your College/University requirements.
6. Deadlines for submitting applications will be as follows:
March 1 - Summer Internship (May-August)
7. Whenever possible, applicants will receive an in-person interview; however, if location or other circumstances prohibit an in-person interview, a phone interview will be conducted.
8. You will be notified once you have been accepted for a position as an intern.
ALL INFORMATION SHOULD BE SENT TO:
Clarksville Parks & Recreation
ATTN: Ken Conklin
2000 Broadway Street, Suite 221
Clarksville, IN 47129
Phone: (812) 283-5313
Fax: (812) 288-1380
E-mail: kconklin@clarksvilleparks.com
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Download Internship Application
2000 Broadway St, Suite 221, Clarksville, IN 47129 | Phone:(812) 283-5313 | Fax: (812) 288-1380 | info@clarksvilleparks.com