Seasonal Recreation Specialist - Summer Camp

Under direction, supervises and directs a specialized area within the total City's recreation program, or a specialized type of recreation activity, and performs related work as required. Assignment Location: Drake Park, Columbus Park, Evelyn K. Davis Park, MLK Park or Weeks Park. Approximate employment duration: up to 40 hours per week May through August, including weekends and holidays. The listed pay rate begins with the 2026 summer season. Qualifications Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Must be 18 years of age Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid Requires satisfactory criminal, sex offender, and driving record background checks Responsibilities Leads assigned activities and supervises others in leading activities Trains staff in leadership techniques, methods of activity planning, safety and public relations Works closely with other recreation staff to assure the proper development of assigned activities Organizes and supervises one or more activities such as summer playground programs, aquatics programs, day camps, trips, arts and cultural activities, nature activities, sports and games, special population, senior activities or special events Recruits and trains staff and volunteers to assist with program implementation, lead programs and ensure safety of participants Tracks participation statistics Maintains necessary records and submits required reports #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Des Moines