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  • Recreation Specialist II (Part Time)

    Des Moines, Iowa United States City of Des Moines, Iowa Part Time $17.54 - $20.71 Hourly Feb 20, 2025
    City of Des Moines Employer:

    City of Des Moines, Iowa

    Des Moines is the capital city and is the commercial, financial, transportation, and governmental hub of Iowa.  Extending over 80 square miles, Des Moines is home to over 212,000 people and the central city of a metropolitan area of approximately 634,000. Des Moines is a vibrant city, intersected by the Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers. Des Moines is a city with many cultural amenities, ease of commuting, Iowa State government, three higher education institutions, good schools, ample shopping, affordable housing, fine dining, great health care, and a stable high-performing local government. It also is the home of the Iowa State Fair and is the host to countless conventions, trade shows, and sporting and entertainment events each year.    

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    Job Description

    Distinguishing Features of the Class

    Join our Community Recreation Center Team!

    Assignment Location: Community Centers.

    Application Process : Applicants deemed most qualified based on qualifications may be contacted for an interview.

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

    Approximate employment duration : This is a permanent part- time position throughout the year, hours of operations will very based on location and assignment.

    Under direction, plans, organizes, supervises and directs a specialized area within the City’s recreation division, or a specialized type of recreation activity at a community recreation center or other recreation venue including outdoor events, and performs related work as required.

    Acceptable Experience and Training

    • Graduation from high school or GED; and
    • One year of experience facilitating recreational or group activities in areas such as aquatics, athletics, music, arts, childcare, or education.
    • Post-high school education in recreation, leisure services, education or related field may be substituted for the required experience.


    Required Special Qualifications

    • Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid, and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) required upon hire (training is provided); and
    • An applicable, valid driver’s license is required when work assignment requires driving a vehicle.
    • Candidates for positions in this class must pass a post-employment offer physical examination and drug screen and background check.


    Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)

    • Leads programs and instructs participants on facility or program rules.
    • 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.
    • Works with community organizations and public to develop their interests in recreation programs.
    • Organizes and supervises one or more recreational activities such as year-round programs, aquatics programs, day camps, trips, arts and cultural activities, nature activities, sports and games, special population activities, equity programs, senior activities or special events.
    • Recruits and trains volunteers to assist with program implementation.
    • Maintains discipline and observes necessary precautions to ensure safety of activity and program participants.
    • Issues and monitors use of recreation supplies and equipment.
    • Maintains attendance and activity statistics and creates and updates regular reports.
    • Collects admissions and program registration fees.
    • Decorates center or venue with seasonal displays.
    • Researches and orders recreation supplies and equipment.
    • Performs minor custodial functions such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, etc. to maintain clean and safe activity space.
    • May drive a vehicle for transportation of program/activity participants.
    • Performs related work as required.


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    Closing Date/Time: 2/28/2025 4:00 PM Central
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