Seasonal Recreation Specialist Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/desmoines/jobs/newprint/4745948) Apply  Seasonal Recreation Specialist Salary $15.75 - $16.75 Hourly Location Des Moines, IA Job Type Temporary Part-Time Job Number 8471-12-2024 GL Department Parks Opening Date 12/02/2024 Closing Date 4/30/2025 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 + Questions 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: Gray's Lake Park. The Position: Recreation program and activity may include concession operations, watercraft rentals, and various special programs. Application Process: Applicants deemed most qualified based on qualifications may be contacted for an interview. If you are submitting an application December - February, please know that it may be approximately 10-15 business days before you receive a response. If you are submitting an application March - July, please know that it may be approximately 5-10 business days before you receive a response. Application Deadline: Applications are accepted until such time a sufficient number of qualified applications is received to fill the positions. Approximate employment duration : Duration of work assignment is from May to September including weekends and holidays . The listed pay rate begins with the 2025 summer season. 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.