What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Intern position at City of St. Louis Park?
About us
The City of St. Louis Park is committed to being a leader in race, equity, and inclusion. As one of the city’s strategic priorities, the city seeks to ensure all practices, programs, policies, and services of the city are fair, inclusive, and equitable. We value diverse perspectives and life experiences, and our strategic vision includes hiring and retaining racially diverse and racially conscious staff across all levels of our organization.About the position
Coordinate, administer and direct the staff and activities for various recreation programs, special events, field trips and other programming in St. Louis Park.This position will work from approximately May through September 2025 and will work 40 hours per week.
Provide planning, promotion/marketing and coordination of recreations programs that include, but are not limited to, Penny Carnival, Evening Youth Soccer programs, adult leagues, and Summer Concert Series.
Monitor varied recreation administrative duties such as registration, fee collection, etc. Verify that fees are collected properly, and forms are completed properly and turned in promptly. Provide information to the public on the programs. Monitor documentation of program activities through participation review and photography.
Assist with the supervision and management of the Aquatic Park as needed.
Assist staff liaison with Parktacular events. (attend meetings before and after Partktacular plus the week of duties June 9-15)
Recommend the purchase of equipment and supplies needed to carry out the above programs.
Interview and recommend hiring of staff as necessary. Provide direction and evaluation of said staff.
Ability to fill in for recreational leaders; providing supervision and discipline for children in recreation program to ensure their safety.
Provide Recreation Supervisors with information on the program on a timely basis. Prepare reports of expenditures, revenues, participants, etc.
Other duties as assigned.
- Internship/practicum required for completing Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Parks and Recreation or related field.
- Experience with programs, events and recreational facilities.
- Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, and managing files and records.
- Demonstrated cultural competence and comfort with supporting the city's strategic objectives for advancing racial equity.
- Experience working with and relating to people of all ages.
- Prior experience working in recreational programs.
Salary : $18 - $20
