Below are seasonal job openings for Philadelphia Parks & Recreation. Each year, Parks & Rec hires hundreds of seasonal positions, including many lifeguards. Find out how to become a lifeguard. For full-time and other non-seasonal positions visit the Office of Human Resources.
You may also find jobs listed below that are full-time, grant-funded positions.
| Name | Description | Released | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| RSI–Sustainability Data and Analysis 2026 PDF | This temporary 9-month position is responsible for supporting the PPR Sustainability team with data analysis and metrics related to waste reduction and diversion, short dumping prevention, and sustainable land care training. | March 19, 2026 | |
| RSI–Sustainability Recycling and Compost 2026 PDF | This temporary 9-month position is responsible for supporting the PPR Sustainability team with data analysis and metrics related to waste reduction and diversion, short dumping prevention, and sustainable land care training. | March 19, 2026 | |
| RSI–Organic Recycling Center 2026 PDF | This temporary, 9-month position is responsible for providing customer service and supporting operations of the Fairmount Park Organic Recycling Center. | March 19, 2026 | |
| SMA–Organic Recycling Center 2026 PDF | This temporary, 6-month position is responsible for providing customer service and supporting operations of the Fairmount Park Organic Recycling Center. | March 19, 2026 | |
| Multimedia Associate – RSI PDF | This temporary, 6-month position will assist with the growth of PPR's social media platforms. Responsibilities include photography, videography, editing, and graphic design support. | March 2, 2026 |