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Summer Temp Recreation Leader- Boat Ramp Ranger

Seattle Parks and Recreation
Seattle, WA Temporary
POSTED ON 4/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/10/2026
Position Description

Do you enjoy fresh air and recreation outside during the summer months in Seattle? Do you love working with people? Are you looking for a fun, fast paced, team-oriented, and community-centered work environment? Come join the Seattle Parks and Recreation Team this Summer! We have multiple positions available supporting various recreation programs that will run June-September throughout our vibrant City of Seattle.

About Seattle Parks And Recreation

Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is a national leader and innovator in the services and programs we provide to our residents who enjoy our public spaces such as parks, community centers, specialty gardens and swimming pools. Our mission is to equip employees and the public for well-being as we support healthy people, a thriving environment and vibrant community. We provide safe and accessible spaces for residents and visitors to work, recreate, rejuvenate and enhance quality of life and wellness for children, teenagers, adults and seniors. Delivering excellent customer service to all is a core value.

Equity & Inclusion

Seattle Parks and Recreation commits to advancing equity and social justice in our department and in every neighborhood by growing a dynamic and diverse workforce, developing strong investments, growth opportunities and beneficial partner strategies as we acknowledge and pledge to close disparities created by historical practices which often hindered workforce development, environmental justice, access to quality open spaces, programs and facilities.

#OneSeattle

The Recreation Division eliminates barriers through responsive, exceptional recreation services. We operate over 50 recreation facilities (community centers, teen centers, pools, school-based learning centers, environmental learning centers, and boating and sailing centers) and provide opportunities for people to play, learn, and lead healthy, active lives. Our programs and events include fitness and athletics, licensed childcare and preschool, swimming and boating, youth development and job preparation, academic enrichment, and more -- including programs designed for older adults and people with disabilities, as well as grant and partnership programs designed and implemented with immigrant and refugee communities.

This job posting is for a temporary Boat Ramp Ranger (classified as a Recreation Leader). Employees in these positions can work up to 40 hours if needed and we will provide training. Apply to become a Seattle Parks and Recreation Boat Ramp Ranger! You will meet new people, make new friends, and enjoy the summer while getting paid!

Job Responsibilities

  • Oversee boat ramp operations.
  • Monitor collection of fees.
  • Direct ramp traffic during peak hours.
  • Perform on-site public relations as a representative of Parks and Recreation
  • Handle incidents as they arise.
  • Clean and maintain facility.
  • Saturday, Sunday, and holidays are included in the regular schedule.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Requires one year experience in a community-based recreation program and an associate degree in Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation, or related field (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).
  • Current State of Washington driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.
  • American Red Cross First Aid and Safety (includes CPR) required prior to employment start date.

You Will Love This Job If You

  • Enjoy providing excellent customer service and have strong communication skills. Age 18 and up and are dependable.
  • Don't mind working Saturdays, Sundays, and some holidays.

Additional Information

The full salary for this position is $34.08 - $45.64 per hour plus premium pay. 14 - 24 hours per week from May to September mostly on weekends.

Salary : $34 - $46

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