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Recreation Leader - Playgrounds (Temporary 2026 Term)

City of Dubuque

1 Positions

ID: 032026-TemporaryRLP

Posted On 03/14/2026

Refreshed On 04/29/2026

Job Overview

Position Summary

JOB SUMMARY: Conduct recreation activities with groups; organize and promote activities, such as arts and crafts, sports, games, music, dramatics, social recreation, and hobbies, taking into account the needs and interests of individual members. 

The successful candidate will possess a demonstrated ability to follow a management style that is input oriented and values fairness, problem solving and the development of partnerships; a demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team; and a desire to be part of an organization that values service, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation and teamwork.

Job Duties

JOB DUTIES:

  • Attend pre-season program trainings and meetings; ongoing trainings and meetings throughout the season.
  • Assist those with special personal care needs.
  • Model positive behaviors.
  • Enforce rules, ordinances and regulations; organizational policies and procedures; health and safety protocols; and accident reporting procedures.
  • Promote products, services, and programs.
  • Organize inclusive daily recreational activities and events; facility and supplies.
  • Gather information in order to provide services to clients.
  • Administer first aid.
  • Demonstrate activity techniques and equipment use.
  • Greet customers, patrons, or visitors.
  • Communicate with Program Coordinator, management or other staff to resolve problems and situations.
  • Contact Park Rangers and EMS for assistance or due to an emergency.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services which includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
  • Service Orientation - Looking for ways to help people.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in an outdoor setting under extreme weather conditions including heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be at least 16 years of age.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience working with children of all ages and abilities.

Supplemental Information

SUPERVISORY STATUS: Functional

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

Primary Contact

214881

City of Dubuque Human Resources Department

Human Resources Department, Human Resources Department

563-589-4125

Phone

Phone

Phone

Fax

humanresources@cityofdubuque.org

Email

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Job Details

Categories

Athletics/Fitness/Recreation
Building and Grounds
Government/Public Service

Location

Dubuque, IA

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Full Time

Pay/Salary

$15.57 - $17.30 Hourly

Company ID

931

Job REQ #

032026-TemporaryRLP

# Positions

1

Start Date

20260314

End Date

20260611

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Whether at City Hall or out on city streets, our employees serve our residents, businesses, and visitors every day. Join the City of Dubuque team to be part of a high-performance organization dedicated to the community and to delivering excellent municipal services. We are input-oriented, see problems as opportunities, search for creative solutions, and work as a team to accomplish goals and build partnerships. At the City of Dubuque, your work is meaningful and supports the community.

The City of Dubuque values its employees and offers competitive salaries and benefits such as:

  • Health and Dental Insurance
  • 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Holidays
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Retirement Savings (IPERS)
  • Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Life and AD&D Insurance Coverage
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Longevity Pay Starting After 6 Years of Service
  • Flexible Work Arrangements
  • Paid Time Volunteering

With positions in over 30 departments and divisions, your perfect career fit is waiting for you at the City of Dubuque. Ready to join our team? Visit www.CityOfDubuque.org/Jobs.