Parks and Recreation Summer Internship
Under the supervision of the Recreation and Facilities Coordinator, this position is responsible for supervising summer recreational activities, facility scheduling, administrative duties, and developing new recreational offerings for the City of Rogers. This position will also provide excellent customer services to all city clients and the public. This is a 12 week paid internship with flexible start and end dates from May to August. The rate of $16.53/hr - $21.77 an hour will be paid to the selected candidate. The chosen candidate must be available for the entire time frame.
Title: Parks and Recreation Summer Internship
Department: Parks and Recreation
Accountable To: Recreation and Facilities Coordinator
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Position Status: Seasonal Part-Time
Salary Grade: $16.53/hr - $21.77
Revision Date: August 15, 2024
Closing: Open until filled
Scope of Responsibilities
Supervises personnel and summer recreational activities for the City of Rogers Recreation Department which includes but not limited to Playgrounds, Farmer’s Market, Special Events, Adult Softball, Learn to Skate, and Entertainment in the Park.
Manage logistics to a community wide survey.
Assist with donations and sponsorship for city recreation programs.
Develops good relationships with youth athletic association members, local community members, and District #728 staff.
Assist with facility scheduling and data entry.
Assist with planning new innovative ideas and proposals for recreational programs.
Assist in other special projects as seen fit by Recreation Coordinator.
Perform regular day-to-day administrative activities.
Follows up on user's concerns to assure that difficulties are kept to a minimum.
Minimum Qualifications
Enrolled as undergraduate in Recreation, Park, and Leisure Studies or related field needing to fulfill internship requirements for graduation.
Previous experience in recreation programming, computer experience, event management, good oral and written communication skills, Class D Minnesota Drivers License.
Some requirements in this job description may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to health and safety of themselves or other employees. All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and experience required. To perform this job successfully, the worker must possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship. The City Council retains the discretion to add duties or change the duties of this position at any time.
Selection Guidelines
Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Apply online at www.rogersmn.gov/jobs. Please include a resume or send to hhanson@rogersmn.gov. Cover letters may be included if desired, but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed city application.
Selection Guidelines
Open until filled
Please apply online
Mailing:
Parks and Recreation ATTN: Havana Hanson
22350 South Diamond Lake Road
Rogers, MN 55374
hhanson@rogersmn.gov