Summer Recreation Leader Salary $15.33 Hourly
Location: City of Irving, TX Job Type: Seasonal Job Number: 2600043 Department: Parks and Recreation Opening Date: 02/11/2026
Description Benefits Questions
Job Posting THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED AND MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE PLEASE NOTE
When anyone is hired, an I-9 must be completed to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. City of Irving is an employer who participates in E-Verify, so if someone presents a List B document for the I-9, it is required that we ensure that the document has a photo. For your convenience, you can access the I-9 form and List of Acceptable Documents (which for E-Verify, must have a photo) at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9.
Parks and Recreation seasonal employment typically begins around mid-May and may run through Labor Day. Seasonal employees in the Parks Department normally work 40 or more hours per week. Aquatic, petting farm and maintenance positions work outdoors; recreation leaders frequently work outdoors.
SUMMER RECREATION LEADER
This position is responsible for coordinating, implementing and / or assisting with recreation classes, programs and summer camps for children and teenagers; greeting customers and answering the telephone; and keeping the facility clean. Must be at least 16 years of age to be hired; prior experience working with children is beneficial.
PAY GRADE SA07 / $15.33 PER HOUR
Culture
The City of Irving Parks and Recreation Department is committed offering a welcoming environment to members, visitors and guests, and offers a variety of innovative programs to the community. There is a senior center, gazebos that can be reserved, picnic shelters, and buildings available for club and private use. Seasonal pools and two year-round indoor aquatic facilities also provide numerous opportunities for fitness and fun!
The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The city acknowledges that its employees' diversity make them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community. The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.
For full-time employees, the City of Irving offers competitive health benefits and also participates in TMRS. More information can be found online at https://irvingtx.gov/index.php?section=hr-employment-benefits.
01 Seasonal (Summer) Interview/Hire Scheduling (A) - If selected for an interview, what days/dates would you be available for an on-site interview between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.? (e.g. dates of your spring break if currently in school)
*
02 Seasonal (Summer) Interview/Hire Scheduling (B) - Please indicate which of the following you are currently enrolled in: High School College None
03 Seasonal (Summer) Interview/Hire Scheduling (C) - If currently enrolled, please provide the date your spring semester ends, and if hired, the earliest date you would be available to begin work.
Required Question
Employer City of Irving Address 825 W. Irving Blvd Irving, Texas, 75060 Phone 972-721-2696 Website https://www.irvingtx.gov/