Brightspeed Ice Park Zam Driver / Ice Park Operations Assistant

Parkboard; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an award-winning Parks and Recreation team in Springfield, MO, with various opportunities in youth and adult sports, outdoor programs, and accessible recreation. This entry-level position offers a chance to engage with the community, ensuring safety and providing excellent service. Ideal for candidates looking to start a career in recreation management.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position; no experience required.
• Preferred experience in specific program areas may be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee youth and adult sports leagues and gym activities.
• Lead outdoor programs like kayaking and hiking.
• Assist individuals with disabilities in recreation programs.

Skills

Customer Service

Safety Awareness

Leadership

Education

Valid Missouri Motor Vehicle Operator's License

Job description

Come be a part of our award-winning, nationally accredited Parks and Recreation team! We offer a variety of Sports and Recreation opportunities within the Springfield-Greene County Park Board. Explore the options below and select your interests within the application.

Youth and Adult Sports Opportunities

1. Ball Complexes: Oversee youth and adult baseball, softball, flag football, soccer, basketball, and volleyball leagues. May also oversee gym activities as assigned.
2. SPARC Youth Sport League Opportunities:
   • Gym Monitor: Monitor gym and school facilities during basketball and volleyball practices for SPARC sport leagues.
   • Site Director: Oversee youth soccer, basketball, and volleyball leagues, and gym activities as assigned.
   • Referee/Umpire: Assist with basketball, soccer, and volleyball leagues for SPARC youth leagues.
3. Recreation Opportunities:
   • Outdoor Initiatives: Lead and assist with outdoor programs like kayaking, canoeing, hiking, backpacking, cave tours, and more.
   • Family Centers: Monitor activities in fitness and gym areas, ensuring safety and cleanliness, and provide excellent customer service.
   • Accessible Recreation: Assist individuals with disabilities in recreation programs and events.
     • Bus Monitor: Supervise and ensure safety for individuals with disabilities during bus rides.
   • Tennis Programs: Assist with youth tennis programs alongside certified instructors.
   • Senior Programs: Support recreation activities for seniors (55+), including supervising transportation for individuals with disabilities.
   • Public Ice Skate Monitor: Distribute rental skates and monitor skating sessions; ability to ice skate is required.
   • Zam Driver / Ice Park Operations Assistant: Operate Zamboni, assist with facility operations, maintenance, and cleanliness.
   • Archery Programs: Lead and assist with archery activities, ensuring safety and equipment maintenance.
   • Doling Park History Museum: Assist with displays, tours, and event operations.
   • Fieldhouse: Monitor court activities, ensure safety, and provide customer service.

Candidate's pay rate will be determined at the time of offer, based on experience and education.

Experience, Education, and Training

• Entry-level position; no experience required.
• PREFERRED: Specific experience in the program area may be advantageous.

Licensing/Certification

• Valid Missouri Motor Vehicle Operator's License required if operating a motor vehicle for job duties.

For more details, review the Recreation Leader and Recreation Program Assistant job descriptions.

Additional Information

Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations prior to testing or appointment. Proof of U.S. citizenship or work authorization is required. Pre-employment drug testing is also required.

Interested candidates must complete the online application in its entirety. Resumes are optional as supplemental documentation but not accepted in lieu of the application.