By LARRY LANNAN
If you know anyone looking for summer work, the City of Fishers has a number of jobs open. More than 50 positions are open at the Parks Department and Public Works Department. These are seasonal positions.
Here is the list, as provided by the city:
25-plus openings
Join the dynamic City of Fishers Parks staff this summer by working as one of their Camp Counselors. The purpose of this position is to provide an exciting and safe environment for youth and preschool campers by leading games, songs, crafts, and other activities.
Each counselor will work with other counselors to provide weekly camp activities for a total of eight weeks. Experienced candidates will be considered for Head Counselor positions. Head Counselors act as primary liaisons between parents and camp staff and are responsible for supervising and evaluating Counselors to ensure all campers receive quality care.
25-plus openings
This temporary summer position performs general labor to supplement the non-seasonal workforce to ensure city streets, rights-of-ways, park grounds and facilities are maintained. Positions will be required to work some evening, weekend, and holiday hours.
Fishers Department of Public Works (DPW) is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of all municipal assets. These responsibilities include maintaining 400 center-lane miles of roads and associated right-of-way, which includes snow removal, crack sealing, patching, irrigation needs, traffic signals, striping, and street cleaning.
DPW also maintains 1,300 acres of parks and school grounds that includes over 60 baseball/softball fields, over 60 athletic fields, and over 500 acres of common area. From concerts to 5K runs, DPW staff is on the scene to provide setup and support.
Summer Staff (1-3 openings)
The City of Fishers is seeking summer staff to assist the Fishers Parks Department. This is a part-time position that will last from May to August 2021. The Parks Street Team will assist Experience Coordinators and Marketing Staff for Summer events. Most of the work for this position will be conducted during Tuesday and Friday evenings and on Saturdays.
Intern for the Fishers AgriPark
1-3 openings
The City of Fishers Parks Department is seeking a seasonal Intern for the Fishers AgriPark. This internship will offer a high school or college student interested in the study of agriculture, farming, or related field an opportunity to learn about the daily operations of the AgriPark. The AgriPark pays homage to Fishers’ agricultural roots, while inspiring future generations of farmers, scientists, agronomists, robotics engineers, chefs, and more.
Click here to apply and learn more about job opportunities with the City of Fishers.