Recreation Specialist: May – August
Do you enjoy local events and recreational activities? Do you find satisfaction in seeing your “behind the scenes” efforts translate into memorable moments for families and neighbors? Does contributing to a sense of “community” appeal to you? If so, the City of Montgomery may have a special role for you.
The City of Montgomery is accepting applications for a temporary Recreation Specialist assignment for a period of approximately twelve to sixteen weeks (beginning in early-to-mid May with an end date in August), working 20 to 30 hours per week. The position assignment can also include additional periodic work supporting events on various days/evenings later in the year (from August to December.)
The successful candidate must possess strong customer service, organizational, and office/clerical skills. Examples of work to be performed include Kids summer camp communications and check-ins, organizing food vendor paperwork for Bastille Day and other events, reviewing and organizing event supplies, assisting with events, and light office work. The ability to help set up and tear down event sites and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays are required. (See below for a list of required dates of availability.) Relevant experience and an associate degree in recreation or other related degree is preferred. Knowledge of Microsoft Office software and graphic design software is preferred.
Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license and must be able to pass a drug screen and background check. Pay range is $17.25 – $20.19 per hour, with an ADDITIONAL PAY INCREASE OF 4% IN JULY. To be considered for this position, a completed City of Montgomery employment application form is required. Submit the employment application, resume, and cover letter to:
City of Montgomery
Attention: Human Resources Manager
10101 Montgomery Road
Montgomery, OH 45242.
All application materials must be received by 4 p.m., April 4, 2025. EOE/ADA
Dates Required for this Position:
- July 3, 8am to 11pm
- July 4, 7am to 4pm
- July 19, 11am to 11pm
Additional Dates Availability Requested for this Position:
- June 5, 8am to 1pm Big Rig Gig event
- June 13, 2pm to 11pm Dive-in Movie and Luau
- June 23, 8am to 12pm (camp)
- July 9, 10am to 2pm Laf-n-Lunch
- July 14, 8am to 12pm (camp)
- July 21, 8am to 12pm (camp)
- July 23, 10am to 2pm Laf-n-Lunch
- July 30, 10am to 2pm Laf-n-Lunch
- August 7, 8am to 1pm Touch A Truck
- August 8, 2pm to 11pm Pool Party
- August 30, 3pm to 9pm Diversity Dinner
- September 1, 4pm to 8:30pm Dog Swim
- September 13, noon to 8:30pm Car Show
- September 27, time TBD (midday, afternoon) Amazing Race