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Questions? Contact us at humanresources@wdm.iowa.gov or call 515-222-3616.

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Program Director - RecPlex

  • Type:Intermittent
  • Salary/Pay Rate:$18.28 - $23.76/hour
  • Posted Date:March 23, 2026
 
 Job Details Description
Department Parks and Recreation   
Benefits     Click here to review a Summary of Employee Benefits
Civil Service Status

This is NOT a Civil Service position 
Regular Hours

Weekdays 7:00am – 6:00pm

Weekend, weeknight, and on-call work as required
Tentative Start Date         May 2026 

Job Summary

 Under the general direction of the Recreation Program/Facility Supervisor and/or Recreation Coordinator, coordinates, schedules, and leads participants in a variety of recreational activities and assists with organizing and implementing activities in the recreation program.

This intermittent position is based out of the RecPlex and camps will take place at the RecPlex in West Des Moines. 
Deadline to Apply Open until filled. Applications reviewed throughout posting period. 
Requirements  High school diploma or equivalent plus six (6) months of work experience in the field of recreation or one (1) year of additional schooling in recreation, education, or related field.   
Steps to Apply

Steps to Apply:

1. Profile: You MUST complete an online Applicant Profile. A link is provided below to our Online Application System.

 

2. Qualifications/Certifications/Licenses: Under the Resume & Qualifications section, make sure to list any certifications or licenses you currently hold.

 

3. Applying for Position: Once you have completed your profile, you MUST apply for the position (The link to Finish & Apply is located on the Apply For Job section after you have completed your profile. Once you have applied, it will be listed under your My Applications tab. Any applications marked as Status: Incomplete, have not been submitted.).

All steps MUST be completed to be considered for this position. We will not accept incomplete profiles. Communication throughout this process (including invitations to any examinations and/or interviews) will be made via the email supplied through the City's on-line application system. It is recommended to check your email "Junk" folder for emails from the City of West Des Moines. If you have any questions during the application process, please contact Human Resources at 515-222-3616.

Physical/Drug Test  Post offer, pre-employment physical and drug test are required.
Apply Here! City of West Des Moines Online Application System
Instructions & FAQ's

You will need to complete an online profile and apply for this position online. There are Instruction Sheets under the Applying for a Job section of our City website as well as a number of topics in our FAQ section. If after reviewing these help guides you still need additional help, please visit or contact Human Resources 515-222-3616.

 

Please click here and go to section 2.9, page 5, to review the City of West Des Moines’ employment of relatives policy.

 

If you are currently employed with the City, please reference the Internal Instruction Sheet prior to applying. With questions, please contact Human Resources at 515-222-3616.
Contact Information

 CITY OF WEST DES MOINES

Human Resources, 1st floor, Suite 1E

4200 Mills Civic Parkway

PO Box 65320

West Des Moines, IA 50265-0320

515-222-3616 (phone)

515-273-0601 (fax)
 
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