Recreation Specialist II - Range​/AMEA

Position: RECREATION SPECIALIST II - Range 8 / AMEA
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:
Hours 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 which has 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 summer camp and in-service day participants behaviors, ensures

that the summer camp and in-service day operations are in accordance with the 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:

* Be 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

Preferences:

* 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.

If selected for hire, the applicant must be 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.

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Satisfactory Municipality of Anchorage Background Check. A background check encompasses criminal history, verifying education and dates of employment.

Satisfactory completion of a national criminal background investigation (AS 12.62.160), (AS 12.62.400) and AMC 16.55.250. Applicants will be required to provide certain identification information and be fingerprinted. Fingerprint cards must be dated within 30 days from date requested. The processing fee of $47.00 (State of Alaska fee) plus the cost of being fingerprinted (variable), is the responsibility of the selected applicant and must be accomplished before beginning work.  

In some cases the processing fee may be reimbursed.

Current copy of the applicant's Pediatric and Adult First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certifications by the time of hire. (Must be an instructor led class)

Following hire, candidates must complete mandatory orientation and training for continued employment (a minimum of 24 hours required).

All required certifications and licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant's Alaska driver's license and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving…