Recreation Staff

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Gym Supervision: $11.75 per hour. Supervise groups and individuals renting school gymnasiums. Ensure that scheduling time limits are adhered to for each group using facilities. Monitor all equipment and adjust basketball/volleyball/pickleball nets accordingly. Secure all equipment and facilities at the end of the evening.
• Youth and Adult Officials (soccer/basketball/volleyball): $12.25/$14.25/$17.25 per hour depending on certification. Officiate youth and adult games accurately and fairly based on good knowledge of the sport and rules. Promote good sportsmanship at all times. Ensure a safe environment for all participants during games.
• Program Instructor/Assistant (dance/art/music): $11.75/$12.75/$15.25 per hour depending on certification. Instruct and/or assist with programs as assigned. Monitor attendance and ensure a safe environment for participants. Promote recreation programs and facilitate participant growth and learning.

Entry Requirements and Skills

• Must be at least 14 years of age.
• Sports knowledge and experience preferred but not required. Will train officials.
• Must be available on weeknights and weekends. Able to work nights/weekends as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Must be sighted.
• Must be able to hear a normal conversation.
• Must be able to speak at a normal rate of conversation.
• Must be able to run and be active during games.
• Dependable and reliable.
• Clean and neat appearance.
• Tactful and effective communication skills.
• Working Conditions: Indoor/outdoor settings will vary with task. Must be adaptive to all weather conditions.

Working Conditions

• This position is not eligible for health benefits but may be eligible for IPERS. IPERS eligibility and participation will begin once an employee earns $1,000 or more in two consecutive quarters and will continue for the duration of employment.

Application QR Code Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Gym Supervision, Youth and Adult Officials (soccer/basketball/volleyball), Program Instructor/Assistant (dance/art/music).

Pre-employment drug screen and background check required. Please contact the Parks and Recreation Office with any questions at 515-963-3570.

Application Instructions: Submit an online application to the Parks and Recreation Department as soon as possible.

Required Question: 01 Please indicate your current hiring status
02 Are you at least 14 years of age or older?