Work for Saint Paul Parks and Recreation! Full, part time, and seasonal/temporary positions are available at parks, rec centers, pools, golf courses, athletic complexes, Phalen Park Beach, Como Park Zoo & Conservatory and more. Entry level positions are available for ages 15 and up.
Apply for Parks and Recreation Jobs
2026 Seasonal Summer jobs
Note that some jobs may be posted in our online portal (link below) and some may request emailing or calling for application information. Now accepting applications for:
- Park Worker I (To apply, submit an application via the online portal.)
- Positions at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory, Highland National Golf Course or with the Operations/Maintenance team. Duties vary based on location but generally include set-up/break down for daily events and rentals, custodial duties, lawn care, clean and operate equipment, and general maintenace of parks, grounds, and buildings. Higher pay rates for working nights/weekends and having a driver's license.
- Community Recreation Leader (To apply, submit an application via the online portal.)
- Work with youth at recreation centers leading games, activities, and off-site field trips, work citywide events at a variety of park locations, drive gaming truck to help community play on different gaming consoles, safely assist in harnessing community members at the climbing wall, and more.
- Climbing Wall Driver (To apply, send resume to Courtney.Morris@ci.stpaul.mn.us but learn more about the postion in the online portal.)
- Travel around Saint Paul to various locations to deliver and set-up/take down roaming climbing wall, harness participants, and engage with community members at local events. Must have driver's license and complete training.
- Lifeguard (To apply, contact: parksaquatics@ci.stpaul.mn.us )
- Monitor patrons in water, provide first aid, teach swim lessons and/or water aerobics, and teach water safety.