Recreation Staff

Recreation Staff

Salary

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Location

1210 NW Prairie Ridge Dr, Ankeny

Job Type

Temporary/Seasonal

Job Number

00716

Department

Parks and Recreation

Opening Date

07/08/2026

Closing Date

10/13/2026 7:00 AM Central

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Function

The City of Ankeny is currently seeking individuals to fill our 2026-2027 fall and winter recreation positions with the Parks and Recreation Department. The recreation staff performs various part-time duties including gym supervision, youth and adult officiating, and program instruction/assistance.

Employees will provide support to individuals and groups utilizing the Ankeny School District facilities, promote good sportsmanship and safety during sporting events, and display leadership and assistance during programs.

All interested applicants should submit an online application to the Parks and Recreation Department as soon as possible. Pre-employment drug screen and background check required. Please contact the Parks and Recreation Office with any questions at 515-963-3570.

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Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Gym Supervision: $11.75 per hour.

• Supervise groups and individuals renting school gymnasiums
• Ensure that scheduling time limits are adhered to for each group using facilities
• Monitor all equipment and adjust basketball/volleyball/pickleball nets accordingly
• Secure all equipment and facilities at the end of the evening

Youth and Adult Officials (soccer/basketball/volleyball) $12.25/$14.25/$17.25 per hour depending on certification

• Officiate youth and adult games accurately and fairly based on good knowledge of the sport and rules
• Promote good sportsmanship at all times
• Ensure a safe environment for all participants during games

Program Instructor/Assistant (dance/art/music) $11.75/$12.75/$15.25 per hour depending on certification

• Instruct and/or assist with programs as assigned
• Monitor attendance and ensure a safe environment for participants
• Promote recreation programs and facilitate participant growth and learning

Entry Requirements and Skills

• Must be at least 14 years of age.
• Sports knowledge and experience preferred but not required. Will train officials.
• Must be available on weeknights and weekends.
• Able to work nights/weekends as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be sighted
• Must be able to hear a normal conversation
• Must be able to speak at a normal rate of conversation
• Must be able to run and be active during games
• Dependable and reliable
• Clean and neat appearance
• Tactful and effective communication skills

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Indoor/outdoor settings will vary with task
• Must be adaptive to all weather conditions

This position is not eligible for health benefits but may be eligible for IPERS. IPERS eligibility and participation will begin once an employee earns $1,000 or more in two consecutive quarters and will continue for the duration of employment.

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Please indicate your current hiring status

• New Hire - have never worked for the Parks and Rec Department
• Rehire - previously worked for the Parks and Rec Department
• Current Employee - actively working for the Park and Rec Department in another role

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Are you at least 14 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

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Employer City of Ankeny Iowa

Address 410 West 1st St

Ankeny, Iowa, 50023-1557

Phone 515-965-6400

Website http://www.ankenyiowa.gov