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 - Friday 8am - 6pm

LOCATION: 2020 W 48th Ave

This is a Seasonal position, which will last approximately six (6) months from the date of hire.

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.

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

Under supervision the Summer Camp Recreation Specialist II leads entry level summer camp and facility staff. Delivers recreation summer camp and in-service day activities and events, monitors summer camp and in-service day participants behaviors, ensures that the summer camp and in-service day operations are in accordance with the American Camping Association standards, and cleans facilities. 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 at time of hire.

• Pediatric CPR/FA Certification at time of hire.

• Be at least 18 years of age at the time 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.