Recreation Sports Staff Spring 2026

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Job Details

What is the compensation?

Pay Rate: $7.50 - 30.00 per hour as determined by the duties performed (as noted below) and candidate's level of knowledge, skill, or experience. (Payment will be made by direct deposit.)

Seasonal Provo City employees are eligible to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k, 457, Roth IRA, and/or Traditional IRA) and receive these great benefits: a) free admission to the Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating; b) a free Provo City Library Card; and c) discounts from various local and national vendors.

What positions are available?

There are various sports positions available for the Spring 2026 season.

• Adult Basketball Official - $21-$23/hour

• Adult Softball Umpire - $19-$21/hour

• Youth Volleyball Official - $14-$16/hour

• Youth Soccer Official - $15-$17/hour

• Track & Field Coach - $13-$15/hour

• Start Smart/Camp Coaches - $14-$16/hour

• Site Supervisor - Adult/Youth (All year): $12-$16/hour

• Scorekeeper (All Year): $10/hour

What are the main duties?

• Referee, supervise, or keep score at a variety of youth and adult sports (basketball).

• Work with children during sports camps to improve abilities/skills in various sports.

• Provide both instruction and lesson plans for program participants.

• Oversee staff and all program operation as site supervisor at a given location.

• Assist office staff as needed and perform other related duties as required.

What are the minimum requirements?

• A working knowledge of the sport (or sports) to which the applicant is applying (i.e., basketball, wrestling).

• At least 16 years of age to for most positions; 18 years or older to perform as Site Supervisor.

• Officiating experience is preferred for related positions.

What are the hours?

Schedule varies with assignment; 8 to 25 hours per week.

What are the physical and environmental factors?

Work requires exposure to potentially adverse weather conditions and stressful circumstances including working with the public in emotional or confrontational situations.

What is the selection process?

This is an open file posting. Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted for any positions available at that time. They will remain on file for a minimum of 60 days. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration.

If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Why Provo City?

By planning growth thoughtfully and managing resources responsibly, we maintain a future for Provo that is vibrant, connected and welcoming for families, students, seniors, and business for generations to come. All of this makes Provo well-managed, friendly, economically vibrant, and livable for people at all stages of life. Visit provo.gov to learn more!

Provo City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.