Recreation Specialist II – Range​/AMEA

Job Information

Open to the general public and any current Municipal employees. This position is represented by the Anchorage Municipal Employee Association (AMEA) and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the AMEA.

Department:
Parks & Recreation

Hours of Work:
Vary;
Monday thru Sunday 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM

Location:

1600 Lidia Selkregg Ln; 8400 Starview Dr; 2020 W 48th Ave; 1221 E 10th Ave

This is a seasonal, full-time position with an ending date approximately six months after hire.

To be considered for employment, applicants must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances.

Under supervision, the Summer Camp Recreation Specialist II leads entry-level summer camp and facility staff. Delivers recreation summer camp and in-service day activities and events, monitors participant behaviors, ensures that summer camp and in-service day operations are in accordance with American Camping Association standards, and cleans facilities.

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and one (1) year experience in the program or activity under consideration.
• Prior experience in the use of recreational equipment is required.
• Must possess the following at time of hire:

• At least 18 years of age at the time of hire.

• Valid State of Alaska driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.

• Current Pediatric and Adult American Red Cross First Aid/CPR Certification or the equivalent (must be an instructor led class).
• American Red Cross First Aid Certification and American Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or equivalent.

• Prefer applicant with experience leading programs or activities in recreation.
• Prefer experience in operating a recreational facility, campground, or chalet.

Preference will be given to returning Seasonal Employees who are eligible for Recall as per AMEA 3.14.8, and to any current Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA) employees. Recalled and AMEA employees who are successful in the screening process will be forwarded to the department for consideration prior to any non-AMEA applicants.

Physical requirements:

capable of bending, twisting, kneeling, repetitive motion of hands/fingers; grasping with hand, gripping; lifting/carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and working in or being exposed to inclement weather.

The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify Program. The Municipality of Anchorage Background Check is satisfactory. Applicants will be required to provide identification information, be fingerprinted, and provide current copies of Pediatric and Adult First Aid and CPR Certifications by the time of hire. Fingerprint cards must be dated within 30 days. The processing fee of $47.00 (State of Alaska fee) plus the cost of being fingerprinted is the responsibility of the selected applicant.

Mandatory orientation and training: minimum of 24 hours required. All required certifications and licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.

Appointment condition: submission of a current copy of the applicant’s Alaska driver’s license and a current (dated within 30 days) copy of the Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states if the Alaska driver’s license was first issued within one (1) year prior to application.

Veterans or others willing to be considered for interview preference must attach a copy of DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs recognizing honorable discharge. Proof of current service to the application can be shown by submission of a statement of service on a form or letterhead of the individual’s command organization.

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