Parks and Recreation Part-time Seasonal Positions (Fall-Winter)

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The City of Moorhead is accepting applications for a variety of seasonal part-time and full-time temporary seasonal positions in the Parks and Recreation Department. Pair up multiple positions for more hours if desired.  

After School Leader ($16.00-$18.00)
Responsibilities include planning and leading activities, interacting with children and their families, and creating a fun and safe environment. Staff must have experience working with school aged children and enjoy being a positive and caring role model. Hours are 2:45pm-5:45 pm, Monday to Friday. Flexible schedule. Location: Village Green Park. Program runs September - December. Must be age 15 or older.

Art Assistant ($14.50-$16.50)
Assist the instructor with art activities and supervising participants. Strong communication skills, an interest in art, and experience working with youth are required. October - May. Program runs on various Tuesdays and Thursdays. Age 14 or older.

Art Coordinator ($17.50-$19.50)
This position will develop and implement a variety of art classes for youth. Must be able to demonstrate and assist youth to use different techniques and media. Strong leadership skills required. Previous teaching experience preferred. Program runs October - May. Program runs on various Tuesdays and Thursdays. Age 18 or older. 

Figure Skating Assistant ($14.50-$16.50)
Prior USFS/ISI skating background required. Season runs October to February and must be available on Mondays from 7:00pm-9:00 pm and/or Saturdays from 8:30am-12:30pm. Must be age 16 or older.

Figure Skating Assistant Coordinator ($17.50-$19.50)
At least 5 to 10 years of teaching experience as well as prior USFS/ISI skating background required. Season runs October - February and must be available on Mondays from 7:00pm-9:00pm and/or Saturdays from 8:30am-12:30pm. Must be age 18 or older.

Figure Skating Instructor ($16.00-$18.00)
Prior USFS/ISI skating background and teaching experience required. Season runs October - February and must be available on Mondays from 7:00pm-9:00 pm and/or Saturdays from 8:30am-12:30pm. Must be age 18 or older.

Lifeguard ($17.50-$19.50)
Responsibilities include monitoring patrons in the facility, enforcing of all safety rules and regulations, and responding appropriately in emergency situations. Must remain calm under pressure, possess strong communication skills, and demonstrate a professional and mature attitude. Current Lifeguard Certification required. Hours are Saturdays from 8:15am-12:15pm, September - November and January-February, Wednesdays from 6:45-8:00pm. Must be age 15 or older.

Mini Basketball Instructor ($16.00-$18.00)
Good basketball knowledge and a strong desire to work with young children required. Teaching the basic skills, fundamentals and rules of basketball is our primary goal. Sessions are held on Mondays,Tuesdays and Thursdays in January and February. Age 16 or older.Hours are 4:30pm-7:30pm.

Neighborhood Recreation Center Attendant ($14.50-$16.50)
Responsible for opening and closing neighborhood recreation centers, cleaning facility, and assisting patrons. Dependability is a must. September - April. Hours vary based on scheduled rentals. Age 15 or older.

Preschool Assistant ($14.50-$16.50)
Assist the Preschool Leader with supervising participants, enforcing safety procedures and program rules, and leading recreation activities. Must have experience working with youth ages 3-5 and have strong supervisory skills. Hours are 9:30am - 11:45 am, Saturdays. Program runs from September-November. Age 14 or older.

Preschool Leader ($16.00-$18.00)
Responsibilities include planning, implementing and supervising activities for youth. Must have experience working with youth ages 3-5. Must also possess strong leadership skills to create daily programs that involve music, art, cooperative game and physical fitness. Prefer two or more years of college education and one-year related experience. Hours are 9:30am-11:45am, Saturdays. Program runs from September-November. Age 18 or older.

Recreation Assistant ($14.50-$16.50)
Assist the Recreation Leader with supervising participants, enforcing rules, and leading a variety of recreation activities held in the Oasis Room at Romkey Park. Must have experience working with youth and possess strong communication and supervisory skills. September - April. Dates and times vary based on program schedule. Must be 14 or older. 

Recreation Leader ($16.00-$18.00)
Responsibilities include planning, implementing, and supervising a variety of recreation programs for youth held in the Oasis Room at Romkey Park. Must have experience working with youth and possess strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills. September - April. Dates and times vary based on program schedule. Must be 18 or older. 

Recreation Facility Attendant (Baseball, Football, Open Gym) ($16.00-$18.00)
Athletic field and court set-up along with some light custodial work. Parks and Recreation background in recreation and athletics is desired, but not essential. Must be organized and able to work well with the public. Tracking attendance and handling money. Some lifting and cleaning. Mostly evening and weekend shifts. Age 16 or older.

Ski Attendant ($14.50-$16.50)
Must possess great customer service and people skills. Individual will be responsible for fitting customers with skis and snowshoes and for handling money.
Hours: Saturdays 10am-4:30pm and Sundays Noon-4:30pm. Flexible if you want to do every weekend, 2-3 weekends a month, just Saturdays or just Sundays. December - February. Age 16 or older. Training provided. Located at the Hjemkomst Center.

Special Events Assistant I ($14.50-$16.50) Assist with a variety of special events throughout the year. Applicants will assist with setup and tear down on event days. Applicants should be able to multitask, have strong customer service skills, be able to follow instructions, and be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds. Work may be done both indoors and outdoors. Dates and times vary with each event. Age 14 or older. Year-round position.

Special Events Assistant II ($17.50-$19.50)
Assist with a variety of special event throughout the year by helping with various aspects of an event from setup, tear down, and troubleshooting issues that come up during events. Applicants should be able to multitask, have strong customer services skills, be able to work independently, and be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds. Work may be done both indoors and outdoors. Dates and times vary with each event. Must be age 18 or older and have a driver's license.  Year-round position. 

Sports Sampler Instructor ($16.00-$18.00)
Teaching the basic skills, fundamentals and rules of various sports is our primary goal. Good knowledge of various sports and a strong desire to work with young children required. The season running October through November on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30pm-7:00pm. Age 14 or older. 

Sports Sampler Coordinator ($17.50-$19.50)
Must have strong knowledge of teaching the basic skills and fundamentals of a variety of sports. Responsibilities include program set up, tear down, equipment control and general supervision of the Sports Sampler program. Must have experience and interest in working with kids. The session running October through November on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30pm-7:00pm. Age 18 or older.

Swim Lesson Assistant ($14.50-$16.50)
Assist swim instructor with group swimming lessons. Must be comfortable in the water and enjoy working with youth. Hours are 8:15am-10:45am, Saturdays. Program runs September - November. Age 14 or older.

Swim Instructor ($17.50-$19.50)
Responsibilities include teaching progressive swim lessons to youth of all ages and evaluating each student's performance. Must create a positive and enthusiastic atmosphere that welcomes all individuals and promotes safety. All training is provided. Hours are 8:15am-12:15pm, Saturdays. Program runs September - November. Age 15 or older.

Youth Basketball Coordinator ($17.50-$19.50)
Must have strong knowledge of teaching the basic skills and fundamentals of basketball. Applicants must possess great customer service and people skills. This person will be interacting with parents, coaches, and kids in grades 1 to 4 and will be responsible for set up and tear down, equipment control, creating practice plans, and general supervision of the youth basketball program. Sessions are held on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays in January and February. Hours are 4:30-7:30pm. Age 18 or older.

Youth Flag Football Assistant ($16.00-$18.00)
On-site assistant for the youth flag football league with program set up and tear down and various aspects of running the program. Good football knowledge and a strong desire to work with young participants teaching basic skills and fundamentals of football. The program runs weeknight evenings, August - September. Age 16 or older

Youth Flag Football Coordinator ($17.50-$19.50)
Must have strong knowledge of teaching the basic skills and fundamentals of football. Applicants must possess great customer service and people skills. This person will be interacting with coaches, parents, and kids in grades K-6. The program runs weeknight evenings, August-September. Coordinator responsible for opening and closing of facilities. Age 18 or older.

Youth Flag Football Official (Referee) ($30.00/game) Knowledge of the game of football helpful, but not required. Applicants must possess great people skills. This person will be interacting with coaches and kids in grades K-6. The program runs Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings, mid-August - September. Games are 1 hour in length, up to 2 games per night. Age 16 or older.

Youth Volleyball Coordinator ($17.50-$19.50)
Must have strong knowledge of the game of volleyball and be able to work well with parents and participants. Responsibilities include equipment control, set up and tear down, creating practice plans, and general supervision of the youth volleyball program. This position will be for 6 weeks, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30-7:30pm. Season runs September-October. Age 18 or older.

Youth Volleyball Instructor ($16.00-$18.00)
Good volleyball knowledge and a strong desire to work with young boys and girls, teaching the basic skills, fundamentals and rules of volleyball. This position will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays for 6 weeks from 4:30-7:30pm. Season runs September-October. Age 16 or older.

Warming House Attendant ($13.00-$15.00)
Responsibilities include supervising skating rinks and warming house, enforcing rules and regulations, keeping accurate attendance records and daily cleaning duties. Strong supervisory skills and dependability are a must. Season runs from mid-December - February. Hours are weekdays 4:00pm-8:00pm and weekends 1:00pm-8:00pm. Age 14 or older.


Enjoy these perks working for the City:

  • Positive, friendly and team-oriented culture
  • Flexibility to support work-life balance
  • Ability to make a difference in our community
  • On-going training and career development
  • And, so much more

The City provides temporary/seasonal employees Earned Sick and Safe Leave (ESST) according to MN Statute 181.9445 to 181.9448. Employees may also be eligible for Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) benefits per eligibility based on MN State Statute Chapter 353.

The City of Moorhead is an equal opportunity employer and a proud employer located in the metropolitan region of Fargo-Moorhead

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