Playleaders - Summer Seasonal (General Services Department)

Playleaders - Summer Seasonal (General Services Department)

Salary

$15.38 Hourly

Location

Michigan, MI

Job Type

Special Service-Temp Seasonal (usually fulltime)

Job Number

20254824504GSDdb

Department

General Services

Division

Recreation Center Seasona

Opening Date

04/06/2026

Closing Date

5/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

1650-AFSCME NonSupervisory Local 542 Motor City Se

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Description

GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT - PARKS & RECREATION DIVISION

SUMMER SEASONAL

PLAYLEADER

Under general supervision, as a seasonal worker, organizes and directs the recreational activities at a playground or play center or assists in directing such activities at a recreation center.

The Detroit Parks & Recreation Department (DPRD) provides recreation and leisure activities for all who live, work and play in Metro Detroit. With 309 Parks and 11 recreation centers, DPRD connects communities with parks, programs and facilities to positively impact their health and wellness.

Whether its a family picnic at one of our newly renovated neighborhood parks, taking one of the many classes offered at our recreation centers, or enjoying an outdoor concert at Hart Plaza or Chene Park, were making it happen! With programs for youth, adults and seniors, DPRD strives to be the premier recreation service provider in Metro Detroit.

COLLEGE STUDENTS & TEACHERS ARE WELCOME!

~ WE BELIEVE IN NON-STOP FUN ~

PLAYLEADER SHIFTS

7:30a - 4:00p

10:00a - 6:30p

CITY OF DETROIT RECREATION CENTER LOCATIONS

Adams Butzel Complex

10500 Lyndon, Detroit, MI 48238

Butzel Family Center

7737 Kercheval Ave, Detroit, MI 48214

Clemente Recreation Center

2631 Bagley St, Detroit, MI 48216

Crowell Recreation Center

16630 Lahser Rd, Detroit, MI 48219

Farwell Recreation Center

711 Outer Dr E, Detroit, MI 48234

Heilmann Recreation Center

19601 Brock Ave, Detroit, MI 48205

Helen Moore Recreation Center

11825 Dexter Ave, Detroit, M 48206

Kemeny Recreation Center

2260 S Fort St, Detroit, MI 48217

Lasky Recreation Center

13200 Fenelon St, Detroit, MI 48212

Northwest Activities Center

18100 Meyers Rd, Detroit, MI 48235

Patron Recreation Center

2301 Woodmere St, Detroit, MI 48209

Williams Recreation Center

8431 Rosa Parks Blvd, Detroit, MI 48206

There is no guaranteed assigned work location

Examples of Duties

• Organizes and directs free-play and planned group activities at a recreation site or facility.
• Organizes and gives instructions in team sports and group games.
• Runs field meets and sport days.
• Marks off playing field for games and maintains order.
• Ensures that equipment and apparatus are safe and properly used and prevents illegal or inappropriate behavior.
• Encourages participation in activities.
• Administers first aid.
• Ensures that grounds and equipment are being properly used.
• Ensures that groups or individuals have permits for use of playground, when required, and that spectators are not interfering with the players.
• Umpires sanctioned recreation championship games.
• Interprets rules of games, when required.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Maintains simple records and makes reports of activities.
• Assists professional recreation personnel in conducting programs and activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Graduation or G.E.D and completion of one (1) year of college coursework in community recreation, physical education, or a related field.

• One (1) year of experience in conducting organized recreational activities or in some athletic or related activity.

Equivalency

• Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Supplemental Information

Evaluation Plan

• Interview: Pass / Fail
• Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications (TEP): 100%
• Total of Interview and Evaluation of TEP: 100%

Additional points may be awarded for:

• Veteran Points: 0-15 points
• Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of rules and equipment for the more common group games.
• Knowledge of purposes and goals of organized recreation work.
• Knowledge of first aid methods.

Skills:

• Skill in administering first aid.
• Skill in physical agility.

Abilities:

• Ability to organize, teach and lead groups in various forms of directed recreational activities.
• Ability to display understanding of and appropriate responses to childhood behavior.
• Ability to administer first aid.
• Ability to interact effectively with the public and children with tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to display initiative and resourcefulness in promoting interest in recreational activities.

Work Environment:

• Work is performed indoors and outdoors with exposure to all seasonal conditions.

Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.

Employees who hold Special Service titles are only eligible for Benefits after working 1,440 hours in a fiscal year. Special veterans preference (up to 15 points) and domicile credits (15 points) may be given to eligible candidates who are successful on the oral appraisal. This class is designated as a Special Service class to be administered under the provisions of Chapter 13 of Detroit City Code.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the class. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Specific job duties may vary from position to position. The City of Detroit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No applicant for employment shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other criteria prohibited by City, State, or Federal law.

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

HEALTH

• Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.
• Dental
• Vision

INSURANCE

• Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

PAID TIME OFF

• Sick Leave
• Vacation
• Holidays

OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS

The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

RETIREMENT BENEFITS

City Employees Retirement System

As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:

• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;
• At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or
• At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.
• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);
• An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;
• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.

Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

01

Have you ever worked for the City of Detroit?

• YES
• NO

02

Please indicate your highest level of education completed

• High School Diploma/GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• PhD/J.D.
• No Education experience

03

How many years of college coursework in community recreation, physical education, or a related field, do you possess?

• Less than 1 year of experience
• 2 to 5 years of experience
• 6 to 9 years of experience
• 10 or more years of experience

04

Describe your work experience in community recreation, physical education, or a related field.

05

How many years of experience in conducting organized recreational activities or in some athletic or related activities do you possess?

• Less than 1 year of experience
• 2 to 5 years of experience
• 6 to 9 years of experience
• 10 or more years of experience

06

Describe your experience in conducting organized recreational activities or in some athletic or related activity.

07

Site Location:

• Adams Butzel Complex 10500 Lyndon, Detroit, MI 48238
• Butzel Family Center 7737 Kercheval Ave, Detroit, MI 48214
• Clemente Recreation Center 2631 Bagley St, Detroit, MI 48216
• Crowell Recreation Center 16630 Lahser Rd, Detroit, MI 48219
• Farwell Recreation Center 711 Outer Dr E, Detroit, MI 48234
• Heilmann Recreation Center 19601 Brock Ave, Detroit, MI 48205
• Helen Moore Community Center 11825 Dexter Ave, Detroit, MI 48206
• Kemeny Recreation Center 2260 S Fort St, Detroit, MI 48217
• Lasky Recreation Center 13200 Fenelon St, Detroit, MI 48212
• Northwest Activities Center 18100 Meyers Rd, Detroit, MI 48235
• Patron Recreation Center 2301 Woodmere St, Detroit, MI 48209
• Williams Recreation Center 8431 Rosa Parks Blvd, Detroit, MI 48206

Required Question

Employer City of Detroit

Address Coleman A. Young Municipal Center

2 Woodward Ave ste 316

Detroit, Michigan, 48226

Website http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job