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 Union.

DEPARTMENT:  Parks & Recreation
HOURS OF WORK: Schedule varies: Monday through Sunday, 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Kincaid Park, 9401 W Raspberry Road
 

Employees who are hired or rehired to any position shall be placed at the entrance pay step, and advancement from the entrance step to the maximum step within a pay grade shall be by successive steps.

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

Under supervision, the Lead Recreation Specialist position leads entry-level staff that is responsible for delivering parks and recreation activities within Anchorage parks and facilities. This position leads and guides participants, organizes and directs activities, and cleans facilities and grounds as directed. Employees in this classification work with independence and initiative within the Department's established policies and procedures to perform as an entry-level lead. As an entry-level lead, employees in this position are expected to provide safe recreational and learning environments. Provide excellent customer service in-person, via phone and via email. Schedule and provide routine information concerning reservations of training and activities. Coordinate and maintain database for reservations of facilities, training, and activities. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and one (1) year experience in the program or activity under consideration. Prior experience in the use of recreational equipment is required

All applicants must possess or obtain:

· American Red Cross First Aid Certification, and American Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or equivalent within 30 days of hire.

· A valid State of Alaska Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record at time of hire.

· Satisfactory completion of a national criminal background investigation (AS 12.62.160 and AS 12.62.400) at time of hire.
 

• 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

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

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Leave Plan
• 13 Paid Holidays