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Philadelphia Parks & Recreation job opportunities

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
Lifeguard 1 PDF This temporary position safeguards swimmers and performs basic instructions with participants in aquatic activities at Parks & Rec's swimming pools. February 01, 2023
Pool Maintenance Attendant PDF This temporary position is responsible for providing custodial, maintenance, checkroom and/or security services during the summer season at an assigned Parks & Rec swimming pool. February 01, 2023
RSI – Data Analysis Specialist PDF This part-time, temporary position will support the department’s sustainability strategies by assisting with tracking organic recycling, illegal dumping, and herbicide application. May 8, 2023
RSI – Geographic Information System (GIS) Technician Intern PDF This temporary, part-time position will serve as a GIS Technician Intern to provide GIS technical support and assistance. February 15, 2023
RSI – PlayMobile Associate PDF This part-time, temporary position will serve as part of a small team responsible for driving Parks & Rec's PlayMobile to various PlayStreets and PlayParks locations and will instruct and organize playful learning recreation activities as well as plan and schedule literacy enhanced recreation activities. April 5, 2023
RSI – Program Administrative Assistant PDF This part-time, temporary position will serve as an Administrative Assistant, primarily responsible for supporting the process of vetting volunteers and processing background clearances. April 25, 2023
RSI – Recycling and Compost Specialist PDF This part-time, temporary position will support the department’s sustainability strategies by assisting with waste reduction, recycling, composting, and other general sustainability initiatives. May 8, 2023
RSI – Seasonal Park Ranger 2023 PDF This part-time, temporary position will patrol Fairmount Park and enforce park rules and regulations, providing initial response to park medical emergencies and notifying appropriate municipal and/or state agency of issues that warrant their attention. April 5, 2023
RSI – Stewardship Assistant PDF This part-time, temporary position supports all aspects of volunteer engagement from responding to inquiries, setting up projects and supporting volunteers throughout the project. February 2, 2023
Seasonal Maintenance Attendant 2023 PDF This part-time, temporary position performs routine turf and grounds maintenance work, maintaining and improving park areas. April 6, 2023

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