Seasonal Recreation Specialist - Gray's Lake

Distinguishing Features of the ClassUnder 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 2026 summer season.Acceptable Experience and TrainingGraduation from high school or possession of a GED;Must be 18 years of age.Required Special QualificationsCurrent 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.This positions receives only mandatory benefits.01What is the highest grade level in school you have completed?02If you have completed college level coursework and/or earned a degree in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Education or a closely related academic fields, submittal of college transcripts showing courses and/or degree conferred is required to receive credit. Please submit transcripts to the City of Des Moines Human Resources Department; electronically to humanresources@dmgov.org, by fax to 515-237-1680, or by mail to 1551 E MLK Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50319 at the time of application.I understand college transcripts are required by the application deadline and have attached my transcripts to my application.I understand college transcripts are required by the application deadline and I have requested my transcripts. I further understand that it is my responsibility to make sure the transcripts are received by the application deadline.I have not taken college course work and do not have college transcripts to provide.03Describe any responsible work/volunteer recreational experience you may have, including where this experience was obtained and duration of experience. If no experience, indicate "none".04Describe any experience you have with customer service including where this was obtained and duration of experience. If no experience, indicate "none".05Where did you hear about this job? Please select all that apply.City of Des Moines websiteFacebookTwitterJob Opening Website such as Indeed, CareerBuilder, GovernmentJobs, Unemployment, etc.Current/Former EmployeeSchoolNewspaper/Print AdRadioTelevisionBillboardOn-site SignageEmailFriend, Family, or word-of-mouth (non-Employee)Neighborhood AssociationCity SourceAquatic Brochure or Program GuideUnemployment OfficeOther (please specify below)06Please provide details on where you heard about this job. Required Question