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Employment & Volunteer Opportunities

Employment Opportunities
The Parks and Recreation Department generally accepts applications from January through June for various seasonal (Summer) positions.

  • Lifeguards must be at least 15 years old and have current certification in American Red Cross Lifeguarding OR be able to successfully complete a course prior to the start of the summer season.  Lifeguards are assigned to one of the town’s outdoor or indoor pools, and typically work a varied schedule including nights and weekends.  The Parks and Recreation Department offers American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification courses, and course dates will be available on our website.  Opportunities for lifeguards to work at our indoor pools during the school year are also available.  
  • Camp Counselors must be at least 16 years old and are responsible for planning and leading activities and experiences for children in a group setting, as well as overseeing the general safety and development of the children under their supervision.  Camp counselors should be available to work the entire summer season, Monday through Friday, from late June to mid-August.  Prior experience working with children is highly preferred, and CPR and/or First Aid certification is recommended, but not required.
  • Park Rangers must be at least 18 years old and will work a varied schedule of primarily evening and weekend hours in our parks and facilities.  Rangers are responsible to open and secure our facilities, provide supervision during events and rentals, enforce policies governing facility use, keep attendance records, perform light cleaning and maintenance, and recognize emergencies and take necessary actions. 

** Parks and Recreation is currently accepting applications for our Camp Counselor, Lifegaurd positions and Park Rangers.

 Click here to apply on our Human Resources website.

 

Volunteer Opportunities
The Parks and Recreation Department offers volunteer and community service opportunities throughout the year in a variety of settings including Special Olympics, special events and building maintenance. Availability varies.  Please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (860) 291-7160 for current availability.