Seasonal Recreation Specialist -Brenton Skating Plaza

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Seasonal Recreation Specialist -Brenton Skating Plaza

Salary

$15.75 - $16.75 Hourly

Location

Des Moines, IA

Job Type

Temporary Full-Time

Job Number

8471.8.2024

Department

Parks

Division

PK201266 - PK Brenton

Opening Date

08/05/2024

Closing Date

10/21/2024 4:00 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

Non

Occupational Group

Non-Civil Service

Location of Vacancy

Parks and Recreation

Recruitment

Entrance

Selection Method

Applicants deemed most qualified based on qualifications may be contacted for an interview. Qualified applicants who need a reasonable accommodation must inform this office at (515) 283-4213 or TTY at Iowa Relay at 711 or 1-800-735-2942 at the time of application.

• Description

• Benefits

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Distinguishing Features of the Class

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: Brenton Skating Plaza - ice skating rink. This position will require skating on the ice.

Duration of work assignment is weather-dependent and may run from November to March.

Deadline: Application are accepted until such time a sufficient number of qualified applications is received to fill the positions.

Acceptable Experience and Training

• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED;

• Must be 18 years of age.

Required Special Qualifications

• Current certification in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid.

• Requires satisfactory criminal, sex offender and if applicable driving record background checks.

Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)

• 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.