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Seasonal Recreation Specialist - Fall Program (After School Program)

City of Des Moines

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Compensation
$15.75–16.75/hr
Location
Des Moines, IA
Schedule
Temporary
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

First Aid/CPR/AED CertificationsMandatory Reporter Certification

Job overview

City of Des Moines is hiring a Seasonal Recreation Specialist - Fall Program (After School Program). The Seasonal Recreation Specialist supervises and directs specialized areas within the City's recreation program, or specific recreation activities. This role involves leading and training staff, organizing various activities such as day camps and sports, and maintaining records. The position focuses on fall/winter camps for youth at community centers and parks.

Key focus areas include Leads assigned activities and supervises others in leading activities, Trains staff in leadership techniques, methods of activity planning, safety and public relations, and Works closely with other recreation staff to assure the proper development of assigned activities.

Successful candidates bring High School Graduation Or GED, Must Be 18 Years Of Age, and Valid Driver’s License Or Equivalent Mobility. Important skills include Supervision. Preferred (not required): Activity Planning, Public Relations, Staff Training, and Record Keeping.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

SupervisionActivity PlanningPublic RelationsStaff TrainingRecord Keeping

Qualifications

High School Graduation or GEDMust Be 18 Years of AgeValid Driver’s License or Equivalent MobilityFirst Aid/CPR/AED CertificationsMandatory Reporter CertificationSatisfactory Background Check

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Seasonal Recreation Specialist - Fall Program (After School Program)

Salary

$15.75 - $16.75 Hourly

Location

Des Moines, IA

Job Type

Temporary Part-Time

Job Number

8471-07-2026

Department

Parks

Division

PK201298 - PK Community Engagement

Opening Date

07/17/2026

Closing Date

9/18/2026 4:00 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

Non

Occupational Group

Non-Civil Service

Location of Vacancy

Parks and Recreations

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.

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General Statement of Duties

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.

Location: This position is for the Fall / Winter camps with youth and will be held at community centers and parks.

Approximate employment duration: Approximate hours 25-30 per week. September – December.

Application Deadline: Applications are accepted until such time a sufficient number of qualified applications is received to fill the positions. Interviews will begin the week of July 27 and continue until all positions have been filled.

Acceptable Experience and Training

  • Graduation from high school or possession of a GED;

  • Must be 18 years of age.

Required Special Qualifications

  • Valid driver’s license or equivalent mobility required.

  • Candidates are required to possess a valid First Aid/CPR/AED Certifications or have the ability to obtain required certifications within one month of employment.

  • Candidates accepting a conditional offer of employment with the City of Des Moines will be offered the opportunity to take the First Aid/CPR/AED training class through the City of Des Moines (class dates TBD).

  • Candidates are required to possess a Mandatory Reporter Certification or have the ability to obtain required certification within one month of employment.

  • Requires satisfactory background check.

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.

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