Parks and Recreation Seasonal Positions (Spring-Summer)

City of Moorhead is accepting applications for a variety of seasonal part-time and full-time temporary seasonal positions in the Parks and Recreation Department.

Special Events Assistant I ($14.50-$16.50)
Assist with a variety of special events throughout the year such as the Celtic Festival, Farmers Markets and Greater Moorhead Days. Applicants will assist with setup and tear down on event days. Applicants should be able to multitask, have strong customer service skills, be able to follow instructions, and be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds. Work may be done both indoors and outdoors. Dates and times vary with each event. Must be age 14 or older. Year-round position.

Special Events Assistant II ($17.50-$19.50)
Assist with a variety of special event throughout the year by helping with various aspects of an event from setup, tear down, and troubleshooting issues that come up during events. Events will include the Celtic Festival, Farmers Markets,Greater Moorhead Days and more! Applicants should be able to multitask, have strong customer services skills, be able to work independently, and be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds. Work may be done both indoors and outdoors. Dates and times vary with each event. Must be age 18 or older and have a driver's license. Year-round position.

Youth Flag Football Coordinator ($17.50 - $19.50)
Knowledge of the game of football helpful, but not required. Applicants must possess great customer service and people skills. This person will be interacting with coaches, parents, and kids in grades K-8. The program runs weeknight evenings, early August to end of September. Coordinator responsible for opening and closing of facilities. Must be age 18 or older. 

Youth Flag Football Official ($30.00/game)
Knowledge of the game of football helpful, but not required. Applicants must possess great people skills. This person will be interacting with coaches and kids in grades K-8. The program runs Tuesday and Thursday evenings, early August to end of September. Games are 1 hour in length, up to 2 games per night. Must be age 14 or older. 

Positions Filled
Adaptive Leader ($16.00-$18.00)
Assist Adaptive Recreation Coordinator with supervising activities for youth with disabilities. Must have experience working with youth of varying ages and ability levels. Must possess strong supervisory and communication skills. Hours are 5:00-8:00 pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and 11:30 am - 4:00 pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Program runs from June to August. Must be age 16 or older.
Adaptive Recreation Coordinator ($17.50-$19.50)
Responsibilities include planning, implementing and supervising activities for youth with disabilities. Must have experience working with youth of varying ages and ability levels. Must also possess strong leadership skills along with knowledge and skills to create daily programs that involve cooperative games, crafts, and field trips. Prefer two (2) or more years of college education and one (1) year related experience. Hours are Noon - 4:00 pm, Tuesday through Thursday. Additional hours required for planning. Program runs from June to August. Must be age 18 or older.

Art Assistant ($14.50-$16.50)
Assist program supervisor with art activities and supervising youth. Strong communication skills and interest in art required. Must have experience working with youth. Program runs June-August. Hours 8:30 am - Noon, Monday to Thursday. Must be age 14 or older.

Art Coordinator ($17.50-$19.50)
This position will develop and implement a variety of art classes for youth. Must be able to demonstrate and assist youth to use different techniques and media. Strong leadership skills required. Previous teaching experience preferred. Program runs June-August. Hours 8:30 am - Noon, Monday to Thursday. Additional hours required for planning. Must be age 18 or older.

Canoe and Kayak Attendant ($14.50-$16.50)
Position will be in charge of handling public rentals of canoes, kayaks, life jackets, and paddles. This person will also be assisting with summer river excursions once a month. Hours will vary. Weekday evenings and weekends. Must be age 16 or older

Lifeguard ($17.50-$19.50)
Come work for our new aquatic's facility! Responsibilities include surveillance of patrons in the facility, enforcing of all safety rules and regulations, and immediate and appropriate action in the event of an emergency. Must work well under pressure, have strong communication skills, and present a professional and mature attitude. Current Lifeguard Certification required, BUT we provide the training. See class details below. Hours are 12:15 pm – 4:45 pm and 6:15 pm – 8:45 pm. Season runs June to August. Must be age 15 or older.

Neighborhood Recreation Center Attendant ($14.50-$16.50)
Responsible for opening/closing and cleaning of neighborhood recreation centers. Dependability is a must. Positions run February-May. Hours vary based on scheduled rentals. Must be age 18 or older.

Neighborhood Recreation Center Coordinator ($17.50-$19.50)
Primary responsibilities are to assist in the planning, implementing, coordinating and supervising of various recreation programs for youth. Must work well under pressure and be able to prioritize job tasks and complete them within specified time frames. Strong leadership and communication skill required. Experience supervising staff is preferred. Positions run May-August. Must be age 18 or older.

Park Program Assistant ($14.50-$16.50)
Assist Park Program Leader with enforcing safety procedures, rules and regulations and supervising various recreation activities for youth. Must have experience working with youth ages 6-11 and have strong supervisory skills. Program runs from June to August. Hours are 1:30-5:15 pm, Monday to Thursday. Must be age 14 or older.

Park Program Leader ($16.00-$18.00)
Responsibilities include planning, implementing and supervising activities for youth at a Neighborhood Park location. Must have experience working with youth ages 6-11. Must also possess strong leadership skills, along with knowledge and skills to create daily programs that involve cooperative games, crafts and field trips. Prefer two or more years of college education and one year related experience. Hours are 1:00–5:15 pm, Monday to Thursday. Program runs from June to August. Must be age 18 or older.

Pool Cashier ($14.50-$16.50)
Responsibilities include welcoming and admitting patrons into facility, prepping and selling concessions, monitors room rentals and ensures spaces are clean and organized. Must have good public relations skills and be able to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. Hours are 12:15–8:45 pm. Monday to Sunday. Season runs June to August. Must be age 15 or older.

Pool Manager ($19.00-$21.00)
Responsibilities include overseeing the daily facility operation and supervising aquatics staff. Must possess strong leadership and communication skills. Current lifesaving certification and prior lifeguard experience required. Previous supervisory experience preferred. Hours are 12:00–4:45 pm and 6:00–9:00 pm, Monday to Sunday. Season runs June to August. Must be age 18 or older.

Preschool Assistant ($14.50-$16.50)
Assist Leader with enforcing safety procedures, rules and regulations and supervising various recreation activities for youth. Must have experience working with youth ages 3-5 and have strong supervisory skills. Program runs from June to July. Hours are 9:30-11:45 am, Monday to Thursday. Must be age 14 or older.

Preschool Leader ($16.00-$18.00)
Responsibilities include planning, implementing and supervising activities for youth at a Neighborhood Park location. Must have experience working with youth ages 3-5. Must also possess strong leadership skills along with knowledge and skills to create daily programs that involve music, art, cooperative game and physical fitness. Prefer two or more years of college education and one year related experience. Hours are 9:30-11:45 am, Monday to Thursday. Program runs from June to July. Must be age 18 or older.

Recreation Facility Attendant ($16.00-$18.00)
Background in recreation and athletics is desired, but not essential. Must be organized and able to work well with the public. Some lifting and cleaning required. Employment is during evening hours and varies on some Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Friday and some weekends. Employment opportunities year round. Approximately 10 to 25 hours per week. Must be age 14 or older.

Skateboarding Program Assistant Coordinator ($16.00- $18.00)
Assist Skateboarding Program Coordinator in instructing after-school skate programs, training new skateboard program volunteers, maintaining Parks skateboard gear, leading skateboard camps and running skateboard events. Must have skateboarding experience and possess strong supervisory skills. Club hours are Thursdays, 3:30-6:45 pm, and Sundays, 9:30 am-12:45 pm, April 4-May 5. Camp hours are various Saturdays and Sundays, 9 am-1 pm May 25-September 1. Must be age 18 or older.
Sports Sampler Instructor ($16.00-$18.00)
knowledge of various sports and phy-ed games and a strong desire to work with young children required. Teaching the basic skills, fundamentals and rules of various sports is our primary goal. Must be age 14 or older. Tuesday and Thursday evenings in February and March.

Sports Sampler Coordinator ($17.50 to $19.50)
Must have strong knowledge of teaching the basic skills and fundamentals of a variety of sports. Responsibilities include program set up, tear down, equipment control and general supervision of the Sports Sampler program. Must have experience and interest in working with kids. The session running in March-April. Hours are 4-7 on Tuesdays/Thursdays. Must be age 18 or older. 

Swim Instructor ($17.50-$19.50)
Responsibilities include teaching progressive swim lessons to youth of all ages and evaluating each students performance. Must create a positive and enthusiastic atmosphere that welcomes all individuals and promotes safety. We provide all necessary training. Spring hours are 4:15-7:30 pm, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. Program runs March-April. Summer hours are 8:30 am - 12:15 pm, Monday to Thursday. Program runs June to August. Must be age 15 or older.

Swim Lesson Assistant ($14.50-$16.50)
Assist swim instructor with group swimming lessons. Must be comfortable in the water and enjoy working with youth. Spring and summer hours available. Must be age 14 or older.

Tennis Coordinator ($17.50-$19.50)
Individual must have a strong background in tennis. Should also have previous instruction experience, be organized and work well with staff and the public. Responsibilities include staff scheduling, supervision, equipment control, and overall supervision of City summer tennis program. Hours are 8:00 am - 12:00 pm. Mondays thru Thursday (some employment may be required on Fridays). Must be age 18 or older.

Tennis Instructor ($16.00-$18.00)
Individual must have a strong background in the area of tennis. Previous instruction experience is desired, but not necessary. Head tennis instructor will assign responsibilities. Hours are 8:00 am to 12:00 pm, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. (Some employment may be required on Fridays). Must be age 14 or older.

Wading Pool Attendant ($13.00-$15.00)
Responsibilities include supervising youth, enforcing rules and regulations, maintaining proper PH & chlorine levels in the water, and keeping accurate attendance records. Must possess strong supervisory skills and dependability. Season runs June to August. Hours are 1:00–7:00 pm, Monday to Sunday. Must be age 14 or older.

Youth Baseball Coordinator ($17.50-$19.50)
Must have strong knowledge of the game of baseball, and be able to work well with coaches, umpires, parents, and participants. Responsibilities include equipment control and overall supervision of 5-year- old through 5th grade baseball program. Hours are 5:00pm-8:00pm: May to end of June. Must be age 18 or older.

Wading Pool Coordinator ($17.50-$19.50)
Primary responsibilities are to assist the Recreation Program Supervisor in supervising the wading pool staff. The position will include site visits to each pool, answering phone calls from staff, unlocking and locking up facilities for wading pool rentals, assisting with planning the schedule. Strong leadership and communication skills required. Experience supervising staff is preferred. Position runs May-August. Evening and weekend hours required, 20-30 hours a week. Must be age 18 or older. 

Enjoy these perks working for the City:

• Positive, friendly and team-oriented culture
• Flexibility to support work-life balance
• Ability to make a difference in our community
• On-going training and career development
• And, so much more

The City provides temporary/seasonal employees Earned Sick and Safe Leave (ESST) according to MN Statute 181.9445 to 181.9448. Employees may also be eligible for Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) benefits per eligibility based on MN State Statute Chapter 353.

The City of Moorhead is an equal opportunity employer and a proud employer located in the metropolitan region of Fargo-Moorhead