Gladstone Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts
Gladstone Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Arts has the following opening for seasonal jobs. Applications may be obtained at the Gladstone Community Center (6901) N. Holmes) or the job application link below. Please note closing dates for various positions. Call (816) 423-4200 for more information.
SEASONAL PARK MAINTENANCE (4) - $12.50 / hr.
Performs seasonal maintenance duties as directed, which includes mowing, trimming, trash pickup, ball field maintenance, and minor construction. Positions begin according to assigned duties. Ball field preparation begins approximately May.
COACH PITCH UMPIRES & SCORER’S Umpires $12.75 – $18.75 / game; Scorekeepers $11.15 / game.
Numerous umpires and scorekeepers are needed in May, June & July for the GPRCA’s youth leagues held each evening (Sunday – Friday). Everyone must attend the department’s softball/baseball clinic and become a registered official with the Parks and Recreation Department. Umpires must have knowledge of general rules and mechanics, past umpiring experience preferred with the position beginning approximately May 1. Scorekeeper no experience is required but softball/baseball background is helpful with the position beginning approximately at the end of April.
YOUTH VOLLEYBALL OFFICIALS $12.75 – $18.75 / game.
Numerous officials are needed throughout the spring and fall programs (Saturday mornings & afternoons). Must be knowledgeable in the game of volleyball. Past officiating experience preferred. Positions begin approximately Mid- April (Spring) & September (Fall).
YOUTH SOCCER OFFICIALS $12.75 - $18.75 / game.
Numerous officials are needed throughout the spring and fall programs (weekday evenings & Saturday mornings). Must be knowledgeable of general rules and mechanics in the game of football or soccer and must attend GPRCA Clinic. Past officiating experience preferred. Positions begin approximately Mid-April (spring) & September (fall).
CONCESSIONARIES/CASHIERS (15 / 5) - $11.15 - $11.85 / hr.
Seeking concessionaries for Gladstone Municipal Pool, Community Center and Linden Square. Responsible for operations of concessions. Ability to greet patrons in a friendly, professional manner, maintain a clean working environment, prepare food and order supplies as needed. Ability to handle money, conduct inventory, maintain accurate financial records and daily deposit receipts. Must be available to work weekdays, weeknights and/or weekends.
START SMART INSTRUCTORS - $11.15 - $14.75 / hr.
Seeking individuals to instruct Start Smart programs, which include soccer, golf, baseball, flag football and basketball. Start Smart is a nationally known program specifically designed for 3-7 year old children. This is a parent participating program that allows youngsters to learn game skills in a safe non-threatening environment. Must be able to communicate with the public and work evenings Monday – Thursday. No experience required but an interest in working with children is a must.
LINDEN SQUARE ATTENDENT - $11.35 - $12.75 / hr.
Supervise and assist patrons attending concerts & activities/programs held at Linden Square with the ability to setup and teardown for those events. Keep facility areas clean and orderly, completion of daily records. Must have the ability to greet patrons in friendly, professional manner and work weekend evenings.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement
Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at the City of Gladstone where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and procedures relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.
Hiring Statement
Applications and resumes are accepted for vacant positions only. They must be submitted in person, by mail, fax or online on or by the published deadline by 5:00 PM CST. Pre-employment drug screen and post-offer physical examination are required as a condition of employment.
Where no specific opening is available, unsolicited applications or resumes will not be accepted and will be considered inquiries. The City of Gladstone relies upon the accuracy of information contained in the employment application, as well as the accuracy of other data presented throughout the hiring process and employment. Any misrepresentations, falsifications, or material omissions in any of this information or data may result in the City of Gladstone"s exclusion of the individual from further consideration for employment or, if the person has been hired, termination of employment.
Any applicant, following a job offer, may be required to take and pass a physical examination and drug and alcohol test prior to commencing employment. In addition, Public Safety applicants may also be required to take a written, oral, polygraph and/or psychological examination. The offer of employment and assignment to duties is contingent upon satisfactory completion of the exam.
FCRA
In connection with your application for employment, we may procure a Background Investigate Report and/or Background Report on you as part of the processing of considering your candidacy as an employee. See Summary of Your Rights Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
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Employee Rights Under the Revised FMLA
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SEASONAL PARK MAINTENANCE (4) - $12.50 / hr.
Performs seasonal maintenance duties as directed, which includes mowing, trimming, trash pickup, ball field maintenance, and minor construction. Positions begin according to assigned duties. Ball field preparation begins approximately May.
COACH PITCH UMPIRES & SCORER’S Umpires $12.75 – $18.75 / game; Scorekeepers $11.15 / game.
Numerous umpires and scorekeepers are needed in May, June & July for the GPRCA’s youth leagues held each evening (Sunday – Friday). Everyone must attend the department’s softball/baseball clinic and become a registered official with the Parks and Recreation Department. Umpires must have knowledge of general rules and mechanics, past umpiring experience preferred with the position beginning approximately May 1. Scorekeeper no experience is required but softball/baseball background is helpful with the position beginning approximately at the end of April.
YOUTH VOLLEYBALL OFFICIALS $12.75 – $18.75 / game.
Numerous officials are needed throughout the spring and fall programs (Saturday mornings & afternoons). Must be knowledgeable in the game of volleyball. Past officiating experience preferred. Positions begin approximately Mid- April (Spring) & September (Fall).
YOUTH SOCCER OFFICIALS $12.75 - $18.75 / game.
Numerous officials are needed throughout the spring and fall programs (weekday evenings & Saturday mornings). Must be knowledgeable of general rules and mechanics in the game of football or soccer and must attend GPRCA Clinic. Past officiating experience preferred. Positions begin approximately Mid-April (spring) & September (fall).
CONCESSIONARIES/CASHIERS (15 / 5) - $11.15 - $11.85 / hr.
Seeking concessionaries for Gladstone Municipal Pool, Community Center and Linden Square. Responsible for operations of concessions. Ability to greet patrons in a friendly, professional manner, maintain a clean working environment, prepare food and order supplies as needed. Ability to handle money, conduct inventory, maintain accurate financial records and daily deposit receipts. Must be available to work weekdays, weeknights and/or weekends.
START SMART INSTRUCTORS - $11.15 - $14.75 / hr.
Seeking individuals to instruct Start Smart programs, which include soccer, golf, baseball, flag football and basketball. Start Smart is a nationally known program specifically designed for 3-7 year old children. This is a parent participating program that allows youngsters to learn game skills in a safe non-threatening environment. Must be able to communicate with the public and work evenings Monday – Thursday. No experience required but an interest in working with children is a must.
LINDEN SQUARE ATTENDENT - $11.35 - $12.75 / hr.
Supervise and assist patrons attending concerts & activities/programs held at Linden Square with the ability to setup and teardown for those events. Keep facility areas clean and orderly, completion of daily records. Must have the ability to greet patrons in friendly, professional manner and work weekend evenings.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement
Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at the City of Gladstone where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and procedures relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.
Hiring Statement
Applications and resumes are accepted for vacant positions only. They must be submitted in person, by mail, fax or online on or by the published deadline by 5:00 PM CST. Pre-employment drug screen and post-offer physical examination are required as a condition of employment.
Where no specific opening is available, unsolicited applications or resumes will not be accepted and will be considered inquiries. The City of Gladstone relies upon the accuracy of information contained in the employment application, as well as the accuracy of other data presented throughout the hiring process and employment. Any misrepresentations, falsifications, or material omissions in any of this information or data may result in the City of Gladstone"s exclusion of the individual from further consideration for employment or, if the person has been hired, termination of employment.
Any applicant, following a job offer, may be required to take and pass a physical examination and drug and alcohol test prior to commencing employment. In addition, Public Safety applicants may also be required to take a written, oral, polygraph and/or psychological examination. The offer of employment and assignment to duties is contingent upon satisfactory completion of the exam.
FCRA
In connection with your application for employment, we may procure a Background Investigate Report and/or Background Report on you as part of the processing of considering your candidacy as an employee. See Summary of Your Rights Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Job Application Employee Rights Under the Revised FMLA This Employer Participates in E-Verify Este Empleador Participa en E-Verify