Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation Employment Opportunities

We have a job for everyone through hundreds of openings annually within a variety of positions and interests. Join our team today to enjoy competitive wages and help positively impact the Sioux Falls community!

Click the 'APPLY NOW' link to view all available full-time and part-time employment opportunities. Below is an overview of all part-time positions available with Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation.

Part-Time Positions Available

This position plays an important role in maintaining and supporting the upkeep of parks within Sioux Falls. Available positions in the areas of park maintenance, pool maintenance, athletic field maintenance, restroom maintenance, mowing, spraying, gardening, and forestry. Desired applicants must be 18 years of age and older, and able to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings, and weekends. Positions available include seasonal 40 hours per week for up to 180 consecutive days, or up to 28 hours per week with year-round potential.

Employment duration: April-October; or mid-May through mid-August

Pay rate: $17.51 per hour

This position plays an important role in maintaining and supporting the upkeep of the Midco Aquatic Center. Responsibilities of this role includes building maintenance, facility cleaning, water sampling, etc. Desired applicants must be 18 years of age and older, and able to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings, and weekends. Applicants are eligible to work up to 28 hours per week with seasonal or year-round potential.

Employment duration: Ongoing

Pay rate: $17.51 per hour

We’re looking for positive and motivated individuals to provide excellent customer experiences within the Midco Aquatic Center. Available positions include front desk attendant, lifeguard, head lifeguard, water safety instructor, and pool manager. Desired applicants must be 15 years of age and older, able to work a variety of hours including days, evenings, and weekends. Applicants should demonstrate excellent organizational, communication, and customer service skills. Applicants are eligible to work up to 28 hours per week.

Employment duration: Ongoing

Pay rate: $15.45-$18.54 per hour

We’re looking for positive and motivated individuals to provide excellent customer experiences within our outdoor aquatic facilities. Available positions include pool cashier, lifeguard, head lifeguard, water safety instructor, and pool manager. Desired applicants must be 15 years of age and older, able to work a variety of hours including days, evenings, and weekends. Applicants should demonstrate excellent organizational, communication, and customer service skills. Work schedules available: seasonal 40 hours per week for up to 180 consecutive days, or up to 28 hours per week with year-round potential.

Employment duration: mid-May through mid-August

Pay rate: $15.45-$18.54 per hour

We’re looking for positive and motivated individuals to lead recreation programs within our community centers or ice rinks. Desired applicants must be 15 years of age and older, able to work a variety of hours including days, evenings, and weekends. Applicants should demonstrate excellent organizational, communication, and customer service skills.

Employment duration: Immediate-May

Pay rate: $15.45-$17.51 per hour

We’re looking for positive and motivated individuals to lead various summer recreation programs. Available positions may include the playground program, adult sand volleyball or kickball leagues, or cultural arts. Desired applicants must be 15 years of age and older, able to work a variety of hours including days, evenings, and weekends. Applicants should demonstrate excellent organizational, communication, and customer service skills.

Employment duration: mid-May through mid-August

Pay rate: $15.45-$17.51 per hour

Group fitness instructors lead safe and effective fitness classes in a group setting for Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation. Instructors will lead land-based and/or water-based fitness programs. Desired applicants must hold a current nationally recognized fitness certification, be able to work a variety of hours, and have excellent organizational, communication, customer service skills.

Employment duration: Ongoing

Pay rate: $25-28 per hour

Join our team that officiates our adult men’s and/or women’s basketball league. Desired applicants must 18 years of age and older, be able to officiate on weeknights, possess strong communication skills through the enforcement of league and facility rules. Previous refereeing experience is preferred, but not required. Referees must provide their own uniform and whistle.

Employment duration: late October-March

Pay rate: $40 per game

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