LSPR Employment Opportunities

Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation is accepting applications for the full time position of Park Specialist within the Park Operations Division.

The Parks Specialist performs a variety of duties involved with the maintenance and construction of City parks, sports fields, grounds and facilities. This position will be assigned primarily to the operations of the Lee’s Summit Historical Cemetery. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, general cemetery ground maintenance including weeding, grave space repair and maintenance, setting headstones patron interaction and service, including grave sales, coordination of funeral services, and staffing the office of the historical cemetery. The selected candidate will also be responsible for performing other responsibilities within the Park Operations Division of Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation as assigned.

Minimum requirements include:

• High school diploma or equivalent; and,
• Minimum one year experience in park maintenance or related field; and,
• Valid state driver’s license.

The preferred candidate will possess knowledge and experience of cemetery operations, turf/grass maintenance, parks maintenance equipment, landscape maintenance and installation, hardscaping, and/or concrete/flatwork.

This is an hourly, non-exempt position that does require the availability of holidays, evenings, and weekends as needed. Salary begins at $31,922.82 per year and includes a competitive benefit package. Information regarding benefits can be found at https://cityofls.net/Portals/0/Files/City-Pages/Careers/Fulltime_Benefit_Summary_2020.pdf Applications may be completed online (please include resume) at https://cityofls.net/Parks/Employment/Parks-Employment-Application. Resumes and applications may also be mailed or dropped off in person to the Parks and Recreation Department at City Hall, 220 SE Green Street, Lee’s Summit, Missouri 64063. EOE.

Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Service Representative to join the dynamic team at J. Thomas Lovell Jr. Community Center at Legacy Park. This position will be working Tuesday through Saturday. This position serves as the primary point of contact for department patron service, schedules facility reservations, creates, maintains and performs data entry into the RecTrac System, maintains administrative records and files, processes financial transactions for and maintains all transaction history, and performs a wide variety of related administrative functions for the department and facility.

Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation is an accredited, gold medal award-winning agency with more than 45 full time professionals and over 300 seasonal and part time employees, who provide dozens of quality recreational opportunities to the Lee's Summit community. Employment at LSPR guarantees the opportunity to learn communication and organizational skills, professionalism and civic responsibility while building outstanding personal and work relationships.

Minimum qualifications include High school diploma or equivalent and at least one year experience in customer service. Basic first aid, AED, and CPR certification required within three (3) months of date of hire. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age. Preferred candidates will exhibit good communication and exceptional customer relation skills, possess knowledge of administrative skills and operation of a personal computer and appropriate software including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint, and Visio, skills in maintenance and usage of other office equipment. Organizational skills are a necessity as well as flexibility in performance of the job. Ability to multi‐task in an environment with constant interruptions.

This position will be scheduled 40 hours a week working Tuesday through Saturday.

Compensation: $15.35 per hour.

Apply on-line at https://cityofls.net/parks/employment/parks-employment-application or mail an application and/or resume to: Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation, 220 SE Green Street, Lee's Summit, Missouri 64063. Applications may also be delivered in person to Lovell Community Center, 901 NE Bluestem, Lee's Summit, Missouri 64086. EOE.

Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Lifeguard to join the dynamic team at the Summit Waves Aquatics Facility this summer. Currently seeking candidates with weekday and weekend availability for a variety of shifts.

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The Lifeguard is responsible for constant oversight of patrons, enforcing facility rules and regulations, preventing accidents and incidents, initiating and promoting good water safety habits, assisting in operation and maintenance of the pool and aquatics areas, and for acting immediately and appropriately to ensure safety of patrons in the event of emergency, including providing emergency care and treatment as needed and appropriate. Training and certification will be provided to qualified candidates selected for employment; no previous experience or lifeguard certification is required.

Compensation: $9.60/hour.

Candidates must be at least 15 years of age and must be able to exhibit proficiency in swimming. Preferred candidates will have American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, though certification is not required, and will be provided to employees upon hire.  

Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation is an accredited, gold medal award-winning agency with more than 45 full time professionals and over 300 seasonal and part time employees, who provide dozens of quality recreational opportunities to the Lee's Summit community. Employment at LSPR guarantees the opportunity to learn communication and organizational skills, professionalism and civic responsibility while building outstanding personal and work relationships.

Apply on-line at https://cityofls.net/parks/employment/parks-employment-application or mail an application and/or resume to: Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation, 220 SE Green Street, Lee's Summit, Missouri 64063. EOE.

Join the dynamic team at Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation and gain valuable professional skills and experience - all while having FUN and making a difference!

Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Deck Attendant to join the dynamic team at Summit Waves. This position will be working various shifts throughout the season, beginning with the facility opening and continuing through August. Responsibilities include performing general maintenance, cleaning and sanitation duties at the facility to ensure a clean, safe, and attractive environment.

Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation is an accredited, gold medal award-winning agency with more than 45 full time professionals and over 300 seasonal and part time employees, who provide dozens of quality recreational opportunities to the Lee's Summit community. Employment at LSPR guarantees the opportunity to learn communication and organizational skills, professionalism and civic responsibility while building outstanding personal and work relationships.

Candidates must be at least 15 years of age to apply.

Compensation: $9.45 per hour.

Apply on-line at https://cityofls.net/parks/employment/parks-employment-application or mail an application and/or resume to: Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation, 220 SE Green Street, Lee's Summit, Missouri 64063. EOE.

Join the dynamic team at Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation and gain valuable professional skills and experience – all while having FUN and making a difference!

Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation is seeking qualified candidates for the position of part-time Service Representative to join the dynamic team at Summit Waves Aquatics Facility. This position will be working various shifts during the facility season, from opening through August. Responsibilities include serving as the primary point of contact for patron services, answering telephones, selling single visit passes and memberships, monitoring admissions to the facility, scheduling facility reservations, maintaining critical cash controls, and performing other administrative functions as assigned.

Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation is an accredited, gold medal award-winning agency with more than 45 full time professionals and over 300 seasonal and part time employees, who provide dozens of quality recreational opportunities to the Lee's Summit community. Employment at LSPR guarantees the opportunity to learn communication and organizational skills, professionalism and civic responsibility while building outstanding personal and work relationships.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age. Some college, as well as experience in customer service, excellent communication skills, and basic computer skills are preferred.

Compensation: $9.85 per hour.

Apply on-line at https://cityofls.net/parks/employment/parks-employment-application or mail an application and/or resume to: Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation, 220 SE Green Street, Lee's Summit, Missouri 64063. EOE.

Join the dynamic team at Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation and gain valuable professional skills and experience – all while having FUN and making a difference!

Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Swim Instructor to join the dynamic team at the Summit Waves Aquatics Facility. This position will be working various shifts throughout the facility season, from opening through August. Responsibilities include conducting group and private swimming lessons, establishing aquatic skill development, and promoting good water safety habits.

Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation is an accredited, gold medal award-winning agency with more than 45 full time professionals and over 300 seasonal and part time employees, who provide dozens of quality recreational opportunities to the Lee's Summit community. Employment at LSPR guarantees the opportunity to learn communication and organizational skills, professionalism and civic responsibility while building outstanding personal and work relationships.

Candidates must be at least 15 years of age. Preferred candidates will have swim team experience.

Compensation: $9.60 per hour.

Apply on-line at https://cityofls.net/parks/employment/parks-employment-application or mail an application and/or resume to: Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation, 220 SE Green Street, Lee's Summit, Missouri 64063. EOE.

Join the dynamic team at Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation and gain valuable professional skills and experience - all while having FUN and making a difference!

Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation is seeking candidates for the day shift position of Childcare Attendant at Lovell Community Center. This position is responsible for ensuring the general safety, well being, and entertainment of children participating in childcare at Lovell Community Center. Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with children and parents/guardians and must be able to ensure proper procedures, protocols, rules and regulations are followed and enforced. 

Preferred candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and some experience with children between the ages of 6 months to 10 years. Basic first aid, CPR, and AED certification will be required within three months' of date of hire, and can be completed through LSPR.

Compensation: $9.45 / hour.

Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation is an accredited, gold medal award-winning agency with more than 45 full time professionals and over 300 seasonal and part time employees, who provide dozens of quality recreational opportunities to the Lee's Summit community. Employment at LSPR guarantees the opportunity to learn communication and organizational skills, professionalism and civic responsibility while building outstanding personal and work relationships.

Apply on-line at https://cityofls.net/parks/employment/parks-employment-application or mail an application and/or resume to: Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation, 220 SE Green Street, Lee's Summit, Missouri 64063. Applications may also be delivered in person to Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation, 220 SE Green Street, Lee's Summit, Missouri 64063. EOE.

Join the dynamic team at Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation and gain valuable professional skills and experience – all while having FUN and making a difference!

Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Volleyball Official to join the dynamic team at Harris Park Community Center. The volleyball official is responsible for officiating youth and adult volleyball games, including oversight of the event, facility and spectators. The position is also responsible for enforcing league rules and regulations and ensuring the safety of patrons and participants.

Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation is an accredited, gold medal award-winning agency with more than 45 full time professionals and over 300 seasonal and part time employees, who provide dozens of quality recreational opportunities to the Lee's Summit community. Employment at LSPR guarantees the opportunity to learn communication and organizational skills, professionalism and civic responsibility while building outstanding personal and work relationships.

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age, and must be able to use accepted techniques in officiating volleyball games. Preferred candidates will have experience officiating youth, high school or competitive volleyball matches. NFHS experience is also preferred.

Pay: $15/game.

Apply online at at https://cityofls.net/parks/employment/parks-employment-application or submit your application to Harris Park Community Center, 110 SW Blue Parkway, Lee's Summit, MO 64063. EOE.

Lee’s Summit Parks and Recreation is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Facility Attendant to join the dynamic team at Longview Community Center. This position will be working mornings, afternoons, evenings, or weekends depending on the applicant’s availability. Responsibilities include assisting with the operations and maintenance of the assigned facility, including providing patron services, monitoring of activities to ensure compliance with rules and regulations, and the performance of general maintenance and cleaning.

Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation is an accredited, gold medal award-winning agency with more than 45 full time professionals and over 300 seasonal and part time employees, who provide dozens of quality recreational opportunities to the Lee's Summit community. Employment at LSPR guarantees the opportunity to learn communication and organizational skills, professionalism and civic responsibility while building outstanding personal and work relationships.

Qualified applicants must be at least 15 years of age. Basic first aid, CPR, and AED certification will be required within three months' of date of hire, and can be completed through LSPR. Compensation: $9.45 / hour.

This position will be scheduled 10-20 hours a week working mornings, afternoons, evenings or weekends depending on the applicant’s availability.

Compensation: $9.45 per hour.

Apply on-line at https://cityofls.net/parks/employment/parks-employment-application or mail an application and/or resume to: Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation, 220 SE Green Street, Lee's Summit, Missouri 64063. EOE.