Description
Provo Parks and Recreation is hiring recreational sports specialists for the winter 2026/2027 season to staff various programs within the Recreation Division. These positions are temporary and last for the duration of the listed season.
Compensation: Pay Rate: $10.00 - $23.00 per hour as determined by the duties performed and candidate's level of knowledge, skill, or experience.
Benefits:
- Free admission to the Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating
- Free Provo City Library Card
- Discounts from various local and national vendors
- Eligibility to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k, 457, Roth IRA, and/or Traditional IRA)
Responsibilities:
- Referee, supervise, or keep score at a variety of youth and adult sports (basketball)
- Work with children during sports camps to improve abilities/skills in various sports
- Provide both instruction and lesson plans for program participants
- Oversee staff and all program operation as site supervisor at a given location
- Assist office staff as needed and perform other related duties as required
Requirements:
- A working knowledge of the sport (or sports) to which the applicant is applying (i.e. basketball)
- At least 16 years of age for most positions; 18 years or older to perform as Site Supervisor
- Officiating experience is preferred for related positions
Schedule and Hours: Positions are available seasonally, starting in October or November 2026 and ending mid-March 2027. Schedule varies with assignment; 8 to 25 hours per week.
Physical and Environmental Factors: Work requires exposure to potentially adverse weather conditions and stressful circumstances including working with the public in emotional or confrontational situations.