Salary: $15.00 - $17.00 Hourly
Location : Recreation Office, 915 Menomonie St, Eau Claire, WI
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 2026-00054
Department: CS-REC ADMIN
Opening Date: 07/15/2026
Closing Date: 12/31/2026 11:59 PM Central
Job Description
FALL/WINTER RECREATION POSITIONS
All positions open until filled!
**Recruitment Snapshot*
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Position: Adult Soccer Official
Games/Week: 2-4 games/week
Days Required: Wednesday evenings (Adult)
Wage: $44.00/game
Description: The Adult Soccer Official is responsible for officiating adult soccer games in accordance with established rules and league policies. This role ensures fair play, player safety, and a positive game environment for all participants. Officials enforce game rules, manage game flow, make accurate and impartial decisions, and address player or coach concerns in a professional manner. Prior facilitating or playing experience is preferred but not required. Knowledge of soccer rules, strong decision-making skills, and the ability to manage competitive situations calmly and confidently are essential. Evening availability is required. Must provide own officiating uniform and equipment.
Position: Concession Cashier
(Carson Park)
Hours/Week: 10-15 hours/week
Days Required: Tuesday Evenings, Friday Evenings, Saturdays.
Salary: $15.00/hour
Application Review Begins August 1
Description: Responsible individuals with cash handling experience and ability to work with people. Previous restaurant and fast-food experience desirable. Concession equipment training will be provided. Must be able to operate a Point of Sale (POS) System.
Position: Flag Football Activity Leader
Hours/Week: 4-6 hours/week
Days Required: Tuesday Evenings (August-October)
Salary: $15.00/hour
Description: Officiate games for 2nd - 6th grades and help guide participants to understand the rules of flag football. Must have 1-3 years' experience playing or coaching football. Must be available August 1-November 1.
Position: Ice Center Facility Attendant (Hobbs Ice Arena)
Hours/Week: up to 30 hours/week
Days Required: August-May, flexible scheduling primarily evenings and weekends.
Salary: $15.00/hour
Application Review Begins August 1
Description: The ideal candidates are responsible adults with a strong work ethic and experience working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Duties include supervision at open skating sessions, various setup and teardown tasks for varsity hockey games, and custodial duties within the facility. Seasonal based with potential for year-round employment. Skating/hockey experience is preferred but not required. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license and submit proof of insurance.
Position: Ice Center Facility Assistant (Hobbs Ice Arena)
Hours/Week: up to 30 hours/week
Days Required: August-May, hours vary depending on facility schedule, primarily evenings and weekends.
Salary: $16.50/hour
Application Review Begins August 1
Description: The ideal candidate is a mature adult with a strong work ethic and the ability to communicate well with patrons, co-workers, and supervisors. Duties include: ice resurfacing, ice maintenance, building maintenance, monitoring/recording of mechanical equipment, supervision of staff and patrons, and event set-up and tear down. Ice maintenance experience is not necessary. Ice maintenance and resurfacing training will be provided. Seasonal based with potential for year-round employment. Skating/hockey experience preferred but not required.
Position: Outdoor Skating Rink Attendant
Hours/Week: 10-15 hours/week
Days Required: Sunday-Saturday (late December-early March)
Salary: $15.00/hour
Application Review Begins October 15
Description: Responsible individual in charge of supervising safe skating activities at various outdoor rink locations. Duties include: opening shelter, taking attendance, minor first aid duties, and closing the shelter
Position: Head Swim Instructor
Hours/Week: 5-15 hours/week
Days Required: Weekday Evenings and Sundays (September-April)
Salary: $17.00/hour
Application Review Begins August 15
Description: Responsible for assisting the Aquatic Program Planner in coordinating the day-to-day operations at their worksite and assisting with other duties as assigned. The Head Instructor supervises a team of 3 swim instructors and 1 lifeguard. The Head Instructor is responsible for assisting with the development and training of all instructors assigned to their site through mentorship, shadowing and leading activities at orientation and in-services. 2-3 years' experience teaching swimming lessons. Certification preferred: American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor.
Position: Lifeguard
Hours/Week: 2-10 hours/week
Days Required: Weekday Evenings and Sundays (September-April)
Salary: $15.50/hour
Application Review Begins August 15
Description: The primary responsibility as a lifeguard is to prevent drownings and other injuries from occurring. Lifeguards must be able to ensure the safety of patrons during all Eau Claire Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Aquatic Programs. A lifeguard must be able to enforce pool policies and be able to communicate effectively why policies are in place. A lifeguard must actively guard and always scan the pool areas. A lifeguard must recognize and respond effectively in emergency situations by activating Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and following the American Red Cross Lifeguard Standards. Completion and accuracy of forms require including accident, incident and safety check forms. Lifeguard applicants are required to have the current American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED certification by start date.
Position: Swim Instructor
Hours/Week: 2-10 hours/week
Days Required: Weekday Evenings, and Sundays (September-April)
Salary: $16.50/hour (WSI), $15.50/hour (non-WSI)
Application Review Begins August 15
Description: Plan exciting interactive lessons that introduce and reinforce level and age appropriate skills. Follow Red Cross Guidelines for skill progression, safety and class organization. Current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Authorization is preferred.
The City of Eau Claire is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Benefits are not available for this position.
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Please list all relevant certifications, with expiration dates, including but not limited to Water Safety Instructor (WSI), Lifeguard, CPR, Standard First Aid, Sport, etc.
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Please select your FIRST choice you would like to apply for:
- Adult Soccer Official
- Concession Cashier
- Flag Football Activity Leader
- Ice Center Facility Attendant
- Ice Center Facility Assistant ( Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license and submit proof of insurance.)
- Outdoor Skating Rink Attendant
- Head Swim Instructor (WSI and lifeguard certification is required by start of position)
- Lifeguard (WSI and lifeguard certification is required by start of position)
- Swim Instructor (WSI and lifeguard certification is required by start of position)
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Please select your SECOND choice you would like to apply for:
- Adult Soccer Official
- Concession Cashier
- Flag Football Activity Leader
- Ice Center Facility Attendant
- Ice Center Facility Assistant ( Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license and submit proof of insurance.)
- Outdoor Skating Rink Attendant
- Head Swim Instructor (WSI and lifeguard certification is required by start of position)
- Lifeguard (WSI and lifeguard certification is required by start of position)
- Swim Instructor (WSI and lifeguard certification is required by start of position)
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Please select your THIRD choice you would like to apply for:
- Adult Soccer Official
- Concession Cashier
- Flag Football Activity Leader
- Ice Center Facility Attendant
- Ice Center Facility Assistant ( Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license and submit proof of insurance.)
- Outdoor Skating Rink Attendant
- Head Swim Instructor (WSI and lifeguard certification is required by start of position)
- Lifeguard (WSI and lifeguard certification is required by start of position)
- Swim Instructor (WSI and lifeguard certification is required by start of position)
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