| Location | West Des Moines, IA |
Civil Service Status
This is a Civil Service position
Hours of Work
Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Weekend and on call work as programming requires
Tentative Start Date
November/December 2026
Job Summary
Under the general direction of the RecPlex General Manager, the Recreation Coordinator plans, develops, implements and evaluates a variety of camps, clinics, leagues and recreation programs for participants of all ages. This position recruits, trains and supervises seasonal and intermittent program staff; coordinates instructors, contractors and community partners; monitors program budgets, supplies and registration trends; and serves as a primary point of contact for participants and families. The Recreation Coordinator also provides on-site program leadership, responds to customer and participant concerns, and makes independent operational decisions as needed in a fast-paced, multi-use sports and recreation facility.
Deadline to Apply
September 6, 2026 at 11:59 pm
Job Description
Recreation Coordinator
Bachelor's Degree in Recreation, Leisure Studies, Education, Physical Education, Sports Management, or related area plus a minimum of six (6) months of related work experience.
Steps to Apply
Profile: You MUST complete an online Applicant Profile. A link is provided below to our Online Application System.
Attachments: You must attach the following documents to your profile under the Apply For Job section (attachments are job specific, once you click Finish & Apply you will not be able to add any additional documents):
a) Resume
b) Written Questionnaire - You must attach the completed questionnaire to your profile prior to clicking Finish & Apply. Link provided below
Click to open: Written Questionnaire
Resume and completed written questionnaire must be attached to your application by the deadline date, September 6, 2026 by 11:59 pm CDT to be considered for this position.
Qualifications/Certifications/Licenses: Under the Resume & Qualifications section, make sure to list any certifications or licenses you currently hold.
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 before the posted deadline 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" or "Spam" 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 Testing
Post offer, pre-employment drug test is required.
Civil Service Exam
A Civil Service Examination will be administered for this position. The Top 15 applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, submit all required application materials, and receive a passing score on the written questionnaire will be invited to participate in the remainder of the Civil Service Examination, which will include an Oral Board (Interview) Exam. Oral Boards are tentatively scheduled for the week of September 28, 2026. All dates are tentative and subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.