RECREATION PROGRAMMER - Range 10 / AMEA

Posted: 04/14/2026

Sports and Recreation

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RECREATION PROGRAMMER - Range 10 / AMEA

Salary

$21.39 - $31.56 Hourly

Location

Anchorage, AK

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

2026-00237

Department

Parks & Recreation Department

Division

RJSP/Centennial Operations

Opening Date

04/13/2026

Closing Date

4/27/2026 11:59 PM Alaska

Job Information

Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.

This position is represented by the Anchorage Municipal Employee Association (AMEA) and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the AMEA.

DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
HOURS OF WORK: Schedule varies Monday-Sunday 7 AM-11 PM.
LOCATION: 1600 Lidia Selkregg Ln

Remote work schedule opportunities (telecommuting) may be considered after successful completion of probation, at the discretion of management and with the approval of the department head. Not all positions are eligible for remote work (telecommuting) per P&P 40-40.

To be considered for employment, applicants must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances.

Example of Duties

Perform lead duties and assist with the operation of various recreation programs including, but not limited to: recreation center programs, therapeutic recreation programs, day camp programs, winter ski programs, sled programs, sports recreation programs, camping programs, swimming program, and golf recreation programs. Assists with planning and implementation of various activities. Provides lead direction. Travels between Recreation Program Sites. Oversees and operates various facilities and associated equipment. Assists with recreational center and/or pool / on-site staff, facility, and activity schedules. Administers first aid and CPR as required Collects fees. Maintains attendance records. Ensures the safe operation of facilities and equipment. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and three (3) years of experience in facilitation of a recreational program.

Associate's degree in physical education, Recreational Sports, or a related discipline and one (1) year of experience in facilitation of a recreational program.

Bachelor’s degree in physical education, Recreational Sports, or a related discipline and experience in facilitation of a recreational program.

All applicants must possess and/or complete:
Valid State of Alaska Driver's License at time of hire.
American Red Cross First Aid Certification (age appropriate) at time of hire.
American Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) age appropriate at time of hire.
Background check conducted every five (5) years – (American Camping Association (ACA) requirement)

Employment is conditional based upon satisfactory completion of a national criminal background investigation (AS 12.62.160 and AS 12.62.400).

Preference:
AED Certification

The Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees that may include:

Health / Medical Benefits:

Medical/Dental/Vision/Audio
Life Insurance
Dependent Life Insurance
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts – Health and Dependent Care
Health Savings Accounts

Retirement:

State of Alaska Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Program
401(k) and 457 Savings Plans

Employer Paid Benefits:

Employee Assistance Program
Paid Leave Plan
13 Paid Holidays

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