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 Training & Inspections Specialist PDF | This temporary, 9-month position is responsible for supporting the PPR Sustainability team with tracking and inspecting illegal dumping on parkland and supporting staff Sustainable Land Care Training programs. | May 8, 2025 | |
| RSI–Seasonal Park Ranger PDF | This part-time, temporary position will patrol Parks & Rec sites 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 14, 2025 | |
| RSI–West Philly Engagement Assistant PDF | This temporary, 9-month position will support Clark Park, Malcolm X Park and other West Philly Parks as needed with park maintenance, park activations and overall park user experience. | April 8, 2025 | |
| RSI–Stewardship Assistant PDF | This temporary, 9-month position will assist the Stewardship team with supporting volunteer workdays, including answering inquiries, organizing tools, setting up projects and guiding volunteers through projects safely. | April 4, 2025 | |
| SMA–Organic Recycling Center Clerk PDF | This temporary, 6-month position is responsible for providing customer service and supporting operations of the Fairmount Park Organic Recycling Center. | March 13, 2025 | |
| RSI–Organic Recycling Center Clerk PDF | This temporary, 9-month position is responsible for providing customer service and supporting operations of the Fairmount Park Organic Recycling Center. | March 13, 2025 | |
| RSI–Sustainability, Recycling, and Compost Specialist PDF | This temporary, 9-month position is responsible for supporting the PPR Sustainability team with education and implementation of food waste compost and recycling programs. | March 13, 2025 |