Job Description

Posting number: 202600121T

Department: Parks and Recreation Department

Division: Recreation

Job classification: Recreation Aide (City)

Posting type: Open

Categories: Parks and Recreation

Summary

A flexible, fun job where you can make a difference in your community!

What You'll Do:

• Help lead and supervise fun activities.
• Work with kids in before-and-after-school programs and summer camps.
• Collaborate with a supportive team to create a fun and inclusive environment for participants.

Why You'll Love This Job:

• Flexible scheduling—perfect for students!
• Build leadership, teamwork, and job skills that will prepare you for future employment and career opportunities.
• Make a real impact on school-age youth.
• Be part of an inclusive team that values diversity and fosters a sense of belonging for everyone.

What We’re Looking For:

• Energetic, reliable, and great with kids.
• Ready to step up and take on responsibility.
• A commitment to creating a welcoming environment where all feel valued.

No experience? No worries—we’ll help you get started. Apply today and be part of something meaningful!

Compensation and Pay: $15.00-$16.50 per hour. Pay is issued by direct deposit only. Candidates must have a valid bank account registered in their name in order to receive wages. *This is an unclassified (temporary) position and not eligible for benefits.

Schedule: Flexible hours available Monday through Sunday, 5-40 hours per week based on the season and your availability.

Minimum Qualifications: Must be at least 16 years of age or older.

Sites: Air Park Community Center, Belmont Recreation Center, Calvert Recreation Center, Everett Elementary School, “F” Street Community Center, Irving Recreation Center, McPhee Elementary School

Click HERE to learn more about Parks and Recreation!

The Parks and Recreation department is FUNdamental to Lincoln.

Our team manages 168 parks, 185.9 miles of trails, 97 playgrounds, over 83,000 street trees, nine public pools, six recreation centers, five golf (and disc golf) courses, five dog runs, a nature center, and beautiful public gardens. Our programs include recreation summer day camps, before and after school programs, clubs and classes for individuals with special needs, adult and youth team sports, nature-based classes and events, swimming lessons, wellness and fitness classes for all ages, and a variety of free events and classes for all ages.