Plymouth Parks & Recreation Department offers a wide variety of programs and classes throughout the year. We are currently hiring seasonal staff for our 2024 summer programs. If you have any further questions, feel free to contact the Recreation Office at 763-509-5200.

Playground Coordinator

• Design and conduct programs for youth ages 3-10 at various park locations in Plymouth to include activities such as: crafts, games, sports, playground time, staff led activities and field trips. 
• Programs include:
  • Pre-K Little Adventures Program (T-TH, 9:30-11:30 AM at the Plymouth Community Center)
  • All Day Playground Program (8-4:30 PM at Bass Lake Playfield, Parkers Lake Park, Zachary Playfield, Plymouth Community Center, and Plymouth Creek Playfield)
• Assist in management of the teen volunteer program including training, scheduling, and supervising.
• Assist in the summer inclusion program including, but not limited to, assigning inclusion staff to programs, parent communication, filing and record keeping.
• Part-time, Monday-Friday, daytime hours ranging from 30 - 40 hours/week.
• Office and on-site duties. 

Why work as a Playground Coordinator?

• Valuable work experience with an award-winning department 
• Ideal position for teachers and other professions on summer break 
• Plymouth Parks and Recreation swag (t-shirts, hats, bags, etc.)
• Spend your summers outside playing with kids. 
• No evening or weekend hours!

• Plans, organizes, and directs activities for all ages and all abilities in a recreation setting.
• Provide support as needed for all participants and staff to create an inclusive environment.
• Works as part of a team to ensure quality programs for all ages and abilities. 
• Follows staff policies and procedures.
• Ensures all staff and participants follow the established policies and procedures.
• Provide a safe, fun, and appropriate experience of all participants.

• Previous experience planning, organizing and coordinating children's activities required
• Previous experience working with people with disabilities
• Previous experience working with and managing volunteers of all ages
• At least 2 years’ experience supervising staff (seasonal, part-time or full-time)
• Degree in Parks and Recreation, Education or related field or currently working towards a degree 
• At least 2 years working with children
• Minimum age 21 years old

Application Process:

• You must fill out an application form at www.plymouthmn.gov
• You must fill out an application for each position you are interested in.
• For many of the positions: Interviews will be held in March and April
• Note: not all applicants are interviewed, those selected will be notified.

 Interview information: 

• NEW applicants that are selected to interview may participate in a group or individual interview.
• RETURN applicants that are selected to interview may participate in a phone interview or may be asked to participate in a group interview.