Recreation Part-Time Summer Positions - City of Eau Claire

SUMMER RECREATION POSITIONS

All positions open until filled!

GENERAL POSITIONS: To apply for General Positions, please apply online.

UMPIRE, REFEREE & OFFICIAL OPPORTUNITIES: Umpires/Referees/Officials are not City employees and will be paid on a contractual basis. For the officials availability form, CLICK HERE. Please complete the officials availability form and fax, e-mail or mail to the address/number stated on the form.

The following is a list of General Positions, Special Activity Positions, Aquatic Positions, and Contractual Umpire/Referee/Official Positions.

**GENERAL POSITIONS** 

(FILLED) Position: Adult Sport Facility Attendant (Adult Leagues)Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.
Hours/Week: 15-20 hours/week

Days Required: Monday-Thursday (evenings)

Wage: $15.00/hour 

 

Description: The adult sport facility attendant is responsible for assisting onsite evening supervision of adult athletic programs. The programs include Ultimate Frisbee, Soccer, Slowpitch Softball, and Fastpitch Softball teams. The facility attendant will be responsible for assisting the Recreation Program Supervisor with coordinating games, umpires’ assignments, maintaining standings, and overseeing nightly activities of the program at various sites nightly. Access to vehicle required. Previous experience in sports organization preferred. Community relations and effective communication with adult sport population a plus. This position begins in April and ends in October. Must possess or obtain (within 30 days of hire) and maintain a valid Driver’s License.

 

(FILLED) Position: Concessions Specialist                                                                  

Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                     

(Carson Football Stadium, Fairfax Pool, Hobbs Ice Arena and Soccer Park)       

Hours/Week: Up to 20 hours/week

Days Required: Monday-Sunday (must work evenings & weekends)

Wage: $19.00/hour + mileage

 

Description: The concession operations specialist will be a working manager at all City operated concession stands. Responsibilities include scheduling hours, supervising concession workers, balancing daily cash receipts, ordering products, inventory of supplies, and communicating and working with many community groups and volunteers. Must track all sales, purchases, and prepare payments to vendors and community groups. Applicant should be a mature, responsible adult with organizational skills. Restaurant, supervisory and/or cash handling experience preferred. Applicant must be available year-round. Must possess or obtain (within 30 days of hire) and maintain a valid Driver’s License. 

 

(FILLED) Position: Lead Concession/Admission Facilitator                                         

(Carson Football Stadium, Fairfax Pool, Hobbs Ice Arena, and Soccer Park)     

Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                     

Hours/Week: Up to 20-30 hours/week

Days Required: Monday-Sunday (must work evenings and weekends)

Wage: $16.00/hour

 

Description: The concession/admission lead will be an onsite working leader at one of four concessions locations. Responsibilities include leading the daily operation of concessions sites, scheduling staff and supervising workers, balancing daily cash receipts, ordering products, and inventory of supplies. Applicant should be a mature, responsible adult with organizational skills. Leadership and/or cash handling experience preferred. 

 

(FILLED) Position: Cashier (15-20 positions)
(Fairfax Pool, Hobbs Ice Arena, Carson Football Stadium, and Soccer Park)
Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                     

Hours/Week: 10-30 hours (must be available to work alternate weekends)

Days Required: Various hours, Monday-Friday, must work alternate weekends

Wage: $15.00/hour

 

Description: Responsible individuals with cash handling experience and ability to work with people. Previous restaurant or fast food experience desirable. 

 

(FILLED) Position: River City Adventures Program Planner             

Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                     

Hours/Week: 20-25 hours/week

Days Required: Monday-Friday

Wage: $18.00/hour 

 

Description: The River City Adventures Program Planner is responsible for the organization of the neighborhood summer school shelter program. Applicants must be available June - August. The Program Planner is responsible for program curriculum implementation, attendance recording, leadership of activity staff, and participant behavior management. College background in recreation, physical education, or elementary education preferred. Must possess or obtain (within 30 days of hire) and maintain a valid Driver’s License. 

(FILLED) Position: Soccer Program Planner                                                                 

Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                     

Hours/Week: 30-35 hours (approximately)/week

Days Required: Monday-Thursday (evenings)

Wage: $18.00/hour + mileage

 

Description: The soccer program planner is responsible for a youth soccer program with approximately 800 participants and 75 volunteer coaches. The program planner assists the Recreation Program Supervisor with recruiting and training coaches, organizing teams, scheduling practices and games, handling equipment, inventory, administrative reports, and supervising officials. Experience directing athletics and soccer is preferred. Applicant must be available mid-April-mid-August. Must possess or obtain (within 30 days of hire) and maintain a valid Driver’s License. 

 

(FILLED) Position: Specialized Recreation Program Planner                                        

Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                     

Hours/Week: 25-30 hours/week

Days Required: Monday-Thursday

Wage: $18.00/hour + mileage

 

Description: The Specialized Recreation Program Planner is responsible for the organization and coordination of summer programs for youth and adults of varying abilities. Applicants should be available from June 1 - August 15. Desirable qualifications include previous experience supervising employees and considerable experience working with special populations. College background in Therapeutic Recreation, Adapted Physical Education, or Special Education is desirable. Certification in First Aid/CPR/AED is recommended. Must possess or obtain (within 30 days of hire) and maintain a valid Driver’s License. 

 

SPECIALIZED ACTIVITY POSITION (Most positions begin on or around June 1)

 

Position: American Sign Language DPI Certified Specialist                                
Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                     

Hours/Week: 4-8 hours/week

Days Required: Monday-Thursday 

Wage: $22.00/hour 

 

Description: Ability to instruct youth in grades K-8 the basics of ASL. Proficiency in ASL is required. Responsible for planning and implementing curriculum. Must be WI DPI licensed teacher. 

 

(FILLED) Position: Early Childhood Sports Program Coordinator 
Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                     

Hours/Week: 15-20 hours/week

Days Required: Monday-Thursday 

Wage: $16.00/hour

Description: Coordinates an outdoor recreation day camp program for 3-5-year olds. Assists with the recruitment and training of staff, organization and coordination of a daytime early childhood sports program. Desirable qualifications include previous experience supervising employees, working with pre-school age population, and recreation management or elementary education background. Must possess or obtain (within 30 days of hire) and maintain a valid Driver’s License. 

 

(FILLED) Position: Early Childhood Sports Program Activity Leader 
Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                     

Hours/Week: 15-20 hours/week

Days Required: Monday-Thursday 

Wage: $15.00/hour 

 

Description: Assists coordinator with outdoor recreation program for 3-5-year olds. Experience working with youth and recreation management or elementary education background is desired. 

 

(FILLED) Position: Flag Football Training Camp DPI Certified Specialist 
Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                     

Hours/Week: See Description

Days Required: See Description

Wage: $22.00/hour 

 

Description: Ability to lead a flag football training camp program for 7-11-year olds. Football coaching experience preferred but not required. Instructor will review and plan the curriculum, assign duties to assisting staff, and teach skills. The job will start late July with planning followed by leading two Youth Camps. The first camp runs the last week in July and the second camp runs the first week in August. Training camp is held in the evening at the Carson Park Football Stadium. This job will be a total of about 15 hours. Must be WI DPI licensed teacher.

 

Position: Flag Football Official                                                                      
Applications will be reviewed mid-July

Hours/Week: 3-4 hours/week

Days Required: Tuesday Evenings

Wage: $15.00/hour

 

Description: Responsible individual to teach football skills and facilitate games for grades 3rd- 6th. Must have 1 year of experience playing or coaching football. Must be available August 1-November 1. 

 

(FILLED) Position: Gymnastics/Tumbling Activity Leader (2 positions)                                    
Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                     

Hours/Week: 15-20 hours/week

Days Required: Monday-Thursday Mornings

Wage: $15.00/hour

Description: Responsible individual with 2-3 years experience in gymnastics at a competitive level. Experience working with youth is recommended.  

(FILLED) Position: Gymnastics/Tumbling DPI Certified Specialist               
Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                     

Hours/Week: 15-20 hours/week

Days Required: Monday-Thursday Mornings

Wage: $22.00/hour

 

Description: Responsible individual with 2-3 years’ experience in gymnastics at a competitive level. Must be WI DPI licensed teacher. 

 

(FILLED) Position: Outdoor Adventure DPI Certified Specialist 
Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                     

Hours/Week: 15-20 hours/week

Days Required: Monday-Thursday

Wage: $22.00/hour                                                                                          

 

Description: Responsible adult with experience in outdoor recreation skills such as canoeing, camping skills, orienteering, fishing, and archery. Teaches outdoor adventure programs to youth ages 8-17. Must be WI DPI licensed teacher. First Aid/CPR/AED certifications are recommended.

 

(FILLED) Position: River City Adventures Activity Leaders (6 positions)                       

Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                     

Hours/Week: 18-20 hours/week

Days Required: Monday-Thursday

Wage:  $15.00/hour 

Description: Applicants must be available June 1-August 15. Highly motivated and mature person with youth leadership experience. Duties include leading children in structured activities and ensuring program curriculum is followed. Background in Recreation, Education, or Physical Education is desirable. Certification in American Red Cross Standard First Aid is recommended. 

 

(FILLED) Position: River City Adventures DPI Certified Specialists (6 positions)           

Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                     

Hours/Week: 18-20 hours/week

Days Required: Monday-Thursday

Wage: $22.00/hour 

 

Description: Applicants must be available June 1-August 15. Highly motivated and mature person with youth leadership experience. Duties include leading children in structured activities and ensuring program curriculum is followed. Background in Recreation, Education, or Physical Education is desirable. Certification in American Red Cross Standard First Aid is recommended. Must be WI DPI licensed teacher.  

(FILLED) Position: Running/Trailblazers Activity Leader 
Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                     

Hours/Week: 2-3 hours/week 

Days Required: Monday-Thursday 

Wage: $15.00/hour 

 

Description: Ability to introduce and teach running techniques to young children. Experience working with youth is desired. 

 

(FILLED) Position: Running/Trailblazers DPI Certified Specialist 
Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                         

Hours/Week: 2-3 hours/week 

Days Required: Monday-Thursday 

Wage: $22.00/hour 

 

Description: Ability to introduce and teach running techniques to young children. Must be WI DPI licensed teacher. Experience working with youth is desired. 

 

(FILLED) Position: Soccer Instructor/Game Activity Leader (8 positions)                    
Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                     

Hours/Week: 10-15 hours/week

Days Required: Monday-Thursday Afternoons

Wage: $15.00/hour

 

Description: Above average soccer knowledge and skills. 1-3 years supervising youth, instructing, officiating or coaching youth soccer preferred. 

 

Position: Specialized Recreation Activity Leaders (5 positions)                     

Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                     

Hours/Week: 20-25 hours/week

Days Required: Monday-Thursday

Wage: $16.00/hour

 

Description: Applicants must be available June 1-August 15. Applicants assist in providing an afternoon specialized education program for school aged youth ages 6-21 with disabilities and an evening social club for adults. The daytime youth program meets Monday-Thursday afternoons and the adult evening program meets Wednesdays. 1-2 years of experience with disabled children and/or adults; leadership experience helpful. Certification in First Aid/CPR/AED is recommended. 

 

(FILLED) Position: T-Ball DPI Certified Specialist 
Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                     

Hours/Week: 6-8 hours/week

Days Required: Tuesday/Thursday Evenings 

Wage: $22.00/hour

 

Description: Ability to introduce the game of baseball to young children. Must be WI DPI licensed teacher.  

(FILLED) Position: T-Ball & Baseball Activity Leaders (4-6 positions)                                         
Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                     

Hours/Week: 10-15 hours/week

Days Required: Monday-Thursday Evenings 

Wage: $15.00/hour

Description: Responsible individual to teach t-ball skills and facilitate games for players ages 5-7 years. Must have 1-3 years instructing or coaching baseball. 

 

(FILLED) Position: Cooking DPI Certified Specialist                             
Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                     

Hours/Week: 4-6 hours/week

Days Required: Monday/Wednesday

Wage: $22.00/hour 

 

Description: Ability to teach young children fun and easy food preparation. Responsible for creating lesson plans, gathering supplies, and implementing curriculum. Experience teaching youth is desired. Must be a WI DPI licensed teacher. 

 

(FILLED) Position: Youth Art DPI Certified Specialist                                
Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                     

Hours/Week: 20 hours/week

Days Required: Monday-Friday

Wage: $22.00/hour

 

Description: Motivated and creative person to teach a variety of youth art classes. Art education major preferred. Must be a WI DPI licensed teacher. 

 

(FILLED) Position: Youth Tennis & Pickleball Activity Leaders (2-3 positions)          
Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                     

Hours/Week: 15-20 hours/week

Days Required: Monday-Thursday

Wage: $15.00/hour 

 

Description: Individuals with above average techniques in tennis skills. 1-3 years instructing in tennis preferred.  

Position: Youth Tennis & Pickleball DPI Certified Specialist    
Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                     

Hours/Week: 15-20 hours/week

Days Required: Monday-Thursday

Wage: $22.00/hour

 

Description: Individuals with above average techniques in tennis skills. 1-3 years instructing in tennis preferred. Must be a WI DPI licensed teacher.

 

AQUATIC POSITIONS: All applicants must be available May 14-August 31. Our recreational and instructional swimming operations will be conducted at indoor pools located at area schools and the outdoor pool located at Fairfax Municipal Park.

 

(FILLED) Position: Fairfax Pool Facility Specialist (2 positions)           

Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                     

Hours/Week: 40 hours/week

Days Required: Monday-Sundays (must work alternate weekends)

Wage: $19.00/hour

 

Description: Responsible for on-site operation of the Fairfax Park Municipal Pool. Includes supervision of employees, patrons, creation of work schedules, staff assignments, financial reports, cash reconciliation and verifying payroll. Coordinates pool operations and records maintenance and safety issues. Qualifications should include experience supervising employees and several years’ experience as a lifeguard. Current certification requirements include the American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED. Certification preferred: Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor (LGI). This position begins mid-May and ends August 31. 

 

(FILLED) Position: Aquatic Program Planner (2 positions)              

Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.              
Hours/Week: 20 hours/week

Days Required: Monday-Saturday

Wage: $18.00/hour + mileage

 

Description: The program planner is responsible for swim instruction and water fitness programs held at area pools. The planner supervises approximately 25 swim instructors and lifeguards. Certifications required include current Water Safety Instructor and American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED. Desirable qualifications include experience supervising staff and sound knowledge of the Red Cross Aquatic Programs. Certification as an American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Trainer or Lifeguard Instructor is recommended. This position begins mid-May and ends August 31. Must possess or obtain (within 30 days of hire) and maintain a valid Driver’s License. 

 
(FILLED) Position: Adaptive Swimming Instructor – WSI (4 positions)                
Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                 

Hours/Week: 4-6 hours/week

Days Required: Monday-Thursday

Wage: $16.50/hour

 

Description: Current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification required. Experience working with mentally or physically disabled youths desirable. Instructors will teach individualized lessons for individuals with mental or physical disabilities. Interviews will take place April 3rd, 6th, and 10th. Candidates will be contacted to sign up for a date. Interviews take place in the evenings of April 3rd and 10th and in the afternoon for April 6th. 

 

(FILLED) Position: Head Lifeguard (3-4 positions)                      

Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.              

Hours/Week: 40 hours/week

Days Required: All week, must work alternate weekends

Wage: $16.50/hour

 

Description: Responsible to assist management in the coordination of lifeguards and their related duties. Seeking mature, responsible individuals who possess leadership qualities. Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED certification is required. Certification as a Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor is recommended, but not required. Interviews will take place April 6th. Candidates will be contacted to sign up for interviews. 

 

(FILLED) Position: Head Swim Instructor (3 Positions)           
Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                                                                    

Hours/Week: 15-20 hours/week

Days Required: Monday-Thursday

Wage: $17.00/hour

 

Description: Responsible for assisting the Aquatic Program Planner in coordinating the day to day operations at their worksite and assisting with other duties as assigned. The Head Instructor supervises a team of 3 swim instructors and 2-3 lifeguards. The Head Instructor is responsible for assisting with the development and training of all instructors assigned to their site through mentoring, shadowing, and leading activities at orientation and in-services. 2-3 years experience teaching swim lessons and certification as an American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor are required. Interviews will take place April 3rd, 6th, and 10th. Candidates will be contacted to sign up for a date. Interviews take place in the evenings of April 3rd and 10th and in the afternoon for April 6th.  

Position: Lifeguards (Approximately 50 Positions)       
Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.      

Hours/Week: 20-40 hours/week

Days Required: All week, must work alternate weekends

Wage: $15.50/hour

 

Description: Lifeguard applicants are required to have the current American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED certification by start date. Selected applicants may be scheduled indoors during swim lesson and/or outdoors at Fairfax Pool. Interviews will take place April 3rd, 6th, and 10th. Candidates will be contacted to sign up for a date. Interviews take place in the evenings of April 3rd and 10th and in the afternoon for April 6thth.  

(FILLED) Position: Lifeguard Training Instructor (1-2 positions)      

Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.              

Hours/Week: 10 - 20 hours/week 

Day Required: Nights and some weekends (weekday during Summer)

Wage: $18.00/hour

 

Description: Selected applicant(s) organizes and instructs scheduled Lifeguarding, Junior Lifeguarding, CPR and First Aid classes. Ensures that all skills are taught and practiced according to the American Red Cross program guidelines; completes all paperwork as it pertains to each American Red Cross class; assists with maintaining teaching equipment and updating course materials as needed; professionally handles various sized classes; communicates well with teens and adults; maintains a professional demeanor and appearance when instructing classes; proficiently demonstrates all American Red Cross lifeguarding skills and rescues; and keeps up to date on newest Red Cross policies, programs, and trends. Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor and Lifeguarding/First Aid/ CPR AED certifications are required. WSI or WSIT certification is a plus. Limited numbers of shifts are available May 1-June 1. Applicant must be available June 1-August 14.

 

(FILLED) Position: Lifeguard Training DPI Certified Specialist                  

Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                      

Hours/Week: 10 - 20 hours/week 

Day Required: Nights and some weekends (weekday during Summer)

Wage: $22.00/hour (1 position)

 

Description: Selected applicant(s) organizes and instructs scheduled Lifeguarding, Junior Lifeguarding, CPR and First Aid classes. Ensures that all skills are taught and practiced according to the American Red Cross program guidelines; completes all paperwork as it pertains to each American Red Cross class; assists with maintaining teaching equipment and updating course materials as needed; professionally handles various sized classes; communicates well with teens and adults; maintains a professional demeanor and appearance when instructing classes; proficiently demonstrates all American Red Cross lifeguarding skills and rescues; and keeps up to date on newest Red Cross policies, programs, and trends. Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor and Lifeguarding/First Aid/ CPR AED certifications are required. WSI or WSIT certification is a plus. Limited numbers of shifts are available May 1-June 1. Applicant must be available June 1-August 14. Must be a WI DPI licensed teacher.

 

Position: Swimming Instructors (Approximately 20 positions)          
Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                   

Hours/Week: 15-20 (may also work as a lifeguard)

Days Required: Monday-Thursday

Wage: $16.50/hour (WSI)
            $15.50/hour (non-WSI)

 

Description: Current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification strongly desired by June 1st. Provides safe innovative and enjoyable swim lessons following the Red Cross guidelines for the Parent Child, Preschool Aquatics, and Learn to Swim programs. Interviews will take place April 3, 6, and 10th candidates will be contacted to sign up for a date. Interviews take place in the evenings of April 3rd and 10th and in the afternoon for April 10th. 

 

Position: Adult Water Fitness Instructor (2-3 positions)            
Applications will be reviewed beginning mid-March.                       

Hours/Week: 5 hours/week

Wage: $18.00/hour

 

Description: Responsible individual with knowledge of physical fitness and health. 1-2 years teaching water fitness experience preferred. CPR and Lifeguard certification preferred. 

**REFEREE/OFFICIALS CONTRACTUAL OPPORTUNITIES**

Experienced and non-experienced umpires/officials/referees are needed for our summer athletic programs. The Officials Availability Form may be found at the link above. **Note: Umpires/officials/referees are not City employees. Umpires/officials/referees will be paid on a contractual basis.

 

Position: Soccer Official                                                                                             

Games/Week: 4-8 games/week

Days Required: Wednesday evenings (Adult)

Wage: $44.00-$48.00/game

 

Description: Above average soccer knowledge. Playing and refereeing experienced preferred.

 

Position: Softball Umpires                                                                            

Games/Week: 2-6 games/week

Day Required: Monday-Thursday

Wage: $30.00-$34.00/game Slowpitch Softball and Fastpitch bases

            $44.00-$48.00/game Fastpitch Softball behind the plate 

 

Description: 1-2 years of successful umpire experience in men’s, women’s, co-ed softball preferred. 

The City of Eau Claire is an Equal Opportunity Employer.