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Recreation Leader - Miracle League

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Compensation
$16.03–17.81/hr
Location
Dubuque, IA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Recreation Leader plans, organizes, and implements inclusive activities for the Miracle League All‑Inclusive Playground Program in Dubuque. Responsibilities include preparing the program, leading daily inclusive activities, assisting participants with personal care needs, modeling positive behavior, motivating participants, handling conflicts, ensuring safety, and providing excellent customer service while following city policies and procedures.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Program PlanningInclusive Activity DesignPersonal Care AssistancePositive Role ModelingMotivationConflict ResolutionSafety ProceduresPolicy ComplianceCustomer ServiceEmergency Response Coordination

Qualifications

Must Be Sixteen Years of Age

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match

Full job description

Recreation Leader - Miracle League

City of Dubuque

1 Positions

ID: 590034005-TEMP-09202

Posted On 09/17/2026

Job Overview

Position Summary

GENERAL SUMMARY: To plan, organize and implement activities for the Miracle League of Dubuque All-Inclusive Playground Program.

Job Duties

  • Pre-season program preparation to include mandatory training meetings, organization of facility and supplies. Ongoing training and staff meetings will be required to ensure safe, engaging and efficient program.

  • Plan and implement daily activities ensuring they are inclusive, comprehensive, age appropriate and contribute to the overall social development of participants.

  • Be available to assist anyone with special personal care needs.

  • Role model positive behaviors and hold staff accountable to do same.

  • Motivate participants to engage in activities.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve difficult situations and conflict as needed

  • Work closely with the Program Coordinator to assist in providing safe and consistent supervision.

  • Follow all City of Dubuque policies and procedures. Interpret and maintain health & Safety policies and procedures.

  • Ensure that park patrons are abiding by City of Dubuque ordinances and regulations.

  • Contact Park Rangers for assistance when needed.

  • Contact appropriate EMS in the event of an emergency.

  • Attend all mandatory trainings and meetings required by the Recreation Supervisor.

  • Follow correct accident reporting procedures at all times.

  • Follow Leisure Services policies and procedures at all times.

  • Display quality customer service skills while interacting with the public and handling patron comments, questions, and concerns.

  • Perform all other duties as assigned by the Recreation Supervisor.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be sixteen years of age.

Supplemental Information

OVERTIME (FLSA) STATUS : Non-exempt

Primary Contact

214881

City of Dubuque Human Resources Department

Human Resources Department, Human Resources Department

563-589-4125

Phone

Phone

Phone

Fax

[email protected]

Email

True

False

True

Job Details

Categories

Athletics/Fitness/Recreation

Government/Public Service

Location

Dubuque, IA

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Full Time

Pay/Salary

$16.03 - $17.81 Hourly

Company ID

931

Job REQ #

590034005-TEMP-092026

# Positions

1

Start Date

20260917

End Date

20261024

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About the Company

Whether at City Hall or out on city streets, our employees serve our residents, businesses, and visitors every day. Join the City of Dubuque team to be part of a high-performance organization dedicated to the community and to delivering excellent municipal services. We are input-oriented, see problems as opportunities, search for creative solutions, and work as a team to accomplish goals and build partnerships. At the City of Dubuque, your work is meaningful and supports the community.

The City of Dubuque values its employees and offers competitive salaries and benefits such as:

  • Health and Dental Insurance

  • 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave

  • Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Holidays

  • Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Retirement Savings (IPERS)

  • Deferred Compensation Plan

  • Life and AD&D Insurance Coverage

  • Short-Term Disability

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Tuition Reimbursement Program

  • Longevity Pay Starting After 6 Years of Service

  • Flexible Work Arrangements

  • Paid Time Volunteering

With positions in over 30 departments and divisions, your perfect career fit is waiting for you at the City of Dubuque. Ready to join our team? Visit www.CityOfDubuque.org/Jobs .

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