Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks Employee Directory
Environmental ServicesOhio, United States51-200 Employees
Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks is a public environmental services agency serving Central Ohio, focused on conserving open spaces and providing access to nature. The system comprises 20 natural area parks with more than 230 miles of trails and over 28,400 acres of land across seven Central Ohio counties. Annually, more than 8 million people enjoy outdoor activities in the parks, and more than 180,000 participate in free nature education programs. Founded in 1945, Metro Parks operates as an independent political subdivision of the state of Ohio. The agency is based in Westerville, in Central Ohio. In 2026, Metro Parks opened a new location in south Columbus, Great Southern Metro Park, expanding its park network in the Columbus area.