Seasonal Outdoor Recreation Assistant

    City and County of Denver
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    Job Details

    Location
    Denver, Colorado, United States
    Posted
    5 days ago
    Job Type
    PART_TIME

    Job Description

    About:

    Our Job With competitive pay, great

    benefits:

    , and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion,

    skills:

    , and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive, and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver. Application Deadline Applications for this position are accepted on a rolling basis. This posting may close at any time. Please submit your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

    • Schedule

    Requirements:

    The 2026 boating season will have Spring, Summer, and Fall business hours (subject to change). Rental operation hours are: Spring: Friday 3:30 pm – 8:00 pm | Saturday/Sunday 10:00 am – 8:00 pm Summer: 7 days a week; 7:00 am – 9:00 pm Fall: Monday – Friday 3:30 pm – 8:00 pm | Saturday/Sunday 10:00 am – 8:00 pm Our ideal Seasonal Outdoor Recreation Assistant candidate is committed to working at least 15 - 20 hours per week during the busy summer season and has availability to work on weekends.

    Location These positions will work exclusively on-site at City Park and Washington Park lakefronts.

    What We:

    Offer All Recreation Assistants with DPR are paid $19.29/hour. These positions are seasonal in nature and are expected to conclude at end of the boating season. On-call positions are eligible to enroll in the City and County of Denver’s 457b retirement plan. This position is not eligible for other additional

    benefits:

    This is an on-call position, which means it is a part-time, hourly role.

    We offer:

    flexible scheduling around class schedules, extracurricular activities, and other home or life demands. On‐call positions may have a routine or variable work schedule, depending on the staffing and business needs of the facility they are assigned to. On-call positions work no more than 38 hours per week.

    What You:

    ’ll Do The City and County of Denver’s Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) is hiring Seasonal Outdoor Recreation Assistants to support boat and bike rental operations at City Park and Washington Park. This is your chance to spend your season outdoors, connect with the community, and help create safe and memorable

    experience:

    s for park visitors. As a Seasonal Outdoor Recreation Assistant, you will: Welcome customers with energy and professionalism while assisting with rentals and DPR program information Outfit customers with boats, bikes, and safety equipment to ensure they are ready for a great

    experience:

    • Process transactions using the ActiveNet point-of-sale system, including cash, check, and credit card payments; and provide receipts and confirmations Support safe day-to-day waterfront rental operations Provide knowledgeable, friendly, and proactive customer service Help maintain a clean, organized, and inviting dock, rental space, and surrounding outdoor areas Team lift and move boats up to 100 lbs.
    • Monitor rental areas for safety and policy compliance and assist with enforcement when needed Respond appropriately to emergencies, including medical incidents, evacuations, or other unexpected situations Assist with set-up, distribution, and return of rental equipment Ensure proper fit and use of safety equipment, including PFDs (personal flotation devices) and helmets Perform other related duties as assigned These positions are expected to conclude at the end of the season, with potential opportunities to transfer indoors to a recreation center during the offseason.

    Required customer service and ActiveNet training is provided at no cost prior to the start of the season.

    What You:

    ’ll Bring We’re looking for team members who enjoy working outdoors, engaging with people, and being part of a team that keeps the community active and safe. The ideal candidate brings positive energy, reliability, and a strong commitment to customer service and safety. Our ideal candidate will have: Availability to work a flexible schedule throughout the summer, including evenings and weekends Customer service

    experience:

    Cash handling

    experience:

    and/or

    experience:

    using a point-of-sale (POS) system An appreciation for the outdoors and recreation Enthusiasm for working with a diverse group of customers, including youth Required Minimum

    Qualifications:

    Education:

    requirement: None

    Experience:

    requirement: None

    Education:

    /

    Experience:

    Equivalency: None Physical requirement: Ability to team lift and move boats up to 100 lbs. Licensure/Certifications: Must be at least 15 years of age at the time of application. CPR and First Aid certification is required within six (6) months of hire for employees who choose to continue employment with the City beyond the initial season.

    All required licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of continued employment.

    About:

    Everything Else Job Profile RG2909 Recreation Assistant To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here. Position Type Oncall Position Salary Range $19.29 - $26.43 Target Pay $19.29/hour Agency Parks and Recreation Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor.

    The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

    It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact Jobs@Denvergov.org with three business days’ notice. Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.

    For information

    about:

    right to work, click here for English or here for Spanish. With competitive pay, great

    benefits:

    , and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion,

    skills:

    and expertise. See yourself experiencing growth and balance. See yourself being respected and valued. See yourself belonging here. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver. Your journey starts right here. #SeeYourselfHere Never miss Dever Jobs—sign up for job alerts now!

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