Youth Sports Part-Time Positions

The City's Parks and Recreation department is hiring Recreation Program Leaders for our Youth Sports Program. If you are passionate about sports, youth development, and fostering a positive environment for kids, we'd love to have you on our team!

About our Organization

At the City, we are committed to employing individuals who reflect our community’s diverse backgrounds and this position is crucial in the success and strategic direction of a growing and evolving community. We appreciate and leverage the vast experience individuals bring beyond the technical requirements of a job. If you are an individual with similar experience listed here please consider applying. Experience and skills combined with commitment to our core values is key to building a greater community now and for the next generation.

About our Community

Nestled in the heart of Iowa, Cedar Rapids is our vibrant and diverse community known for its rich history, culture, and natural beauty. Our city has a strong sense of community which can be seen at any of our numerous parks, recreational opportunities, and family-friendly events year round. You can also explore our thriving downtown district, filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, or take a stroll along the Cedar River, which runs through the heart of the city. Cedar Rapids - Why you should live here!   

About this Opportunity    

The City of Cedar Rapids does not offer sponsorship for employment authorization.

• Teaches or helps teach a skill in a cultural arts activity;
• Sets daily activities for cultural arts program;
• Selects course content in conjunction with supervisor;
• Maintains order and discipline with a group setting;
• Provides supervisor with a list of needed supplies and materials;
• Monitors patron use of materials and equipment to assure safety of all participants and staff;
• Maintains equipment and insures equipment is properly stored at completion of class;
• Prepares forms such as attendance sheets, follow-up reports and/or any correspondence for the assigned program;
• Secures class evaluations at the end of class session;
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and safety practices;
• Attends work regularly at the designated place and time;
• Supports continuous process improvement initiatives;
• Performs related work as required.

• Requires experience working with elementary age children and/or adults in group activities; or 
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

• Valid U.S. Driver's License preferred.

Position Schedule

• Average of 8-15 hours/week depending on program needs and availability; weeknight evenings and weekend mornings required