Employment Opportunties

Year-Round Part-Time Positions Available


Park Worker - Limited Term
Applications are now being accepted for Park Workers.  Must be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma, valid driver's license, clean driving record, and able to work in varying weather conditions.  Must be able to work evenings, weekends, as well as Memorial Day weekend and July 3-6.  Prior landscaping, turf care, building and grounds maintenance desirable.  Hours change due to the seasons and work available.  Salary $12.50-$14.50 per hour.

Playground Leader - Summer Seasonal/Part-Time
Applications are now being accepted for Summer Playground Leaders.  Must be at least 18 years old, be able to work weekdays, Monday-Friday for the nine weeks of the program season, prior experience in the supervision/leadership of youth in a recreational setting, able to work cooperatively with other program staff, participants, parents, and the general public, and have American Red Cross or American Heart Association CPR and First-Aid certification or willingness to obtain upon employment.  Playground leaders typically work Monday through Friday, between the hours of 6:30am-5:30pm for an average of 25-30 hours per week.  Salary $10.00-$13.00 per hour.

Candidates are encouraged to apply by Wednesday, April 24th, although applications will be accepted until positions are filled.

Download, read and fully complete the employment application found at the bottom of this web page.  You may also obtain an employment application in the Parks & Recreation Department office in Greenfield City Hall, 7325 W. Forest Home Ave., Room 200.

Your application should be submitted as follows:
  • Mail:  City of Greenfield, Attn:  Renee, Room 200.  7325 W. Forest Home Ave., Greenfield, WI 53220
  • Email:  Attention to Renee at parksrec@greenfieldwi.us.  Ensure your application is fully signed, an electronically signed application is acceptable.

Kids Connection Program Job Openings (September through June)


Applications now being accepted for the following positions for the new Kids Connection before and after school program. Click each position below for a full job description. Download a department employment application at the bottom of the page. Positions open until filled.


Summer (June-August)


  • American Red Cross certified Lifeguards and Water Safety Instructors
  • Summer Playground Leaders
  • Youth Sports coaches (summer sports) – T-Ball, Instructional Baseball and Softball

Winter/Spring (January-May)

  • Adult Fitness Instructors (other than Zumba)
  • American Red Cross certified Lifeguards and Water Safety Instructors
  • Preschool Program Instructor
  • Yoga Instructor (daytime classes for Seniors)
  • Youth Kidnastics / Tumbling Instructors
  • Youth Sports Coaches (Basketball, Flag Football, Volleyball and Soccer)

Teens For Kids Program


Registration in the program is easy:
  1. Complete a job application and mail/drop-off at the Department of Parks and Recreation.
  2. Include desired position (very important) and “Teens For Kids."
  3. Possess these qualifications: Mature, Responsible and Enthusiastic.
An effort is made to employ as many program applicants as possible. Employment will be contingent upon availability and completion of required training and certifications (there are fees associated with certifications). The "Teens for Kids" program has been created in an effort to help foster greater “home grown” interest in working with community recreation programs.

Job Application

  1. Greenfield Parks and Recreation Department Employment Application (PDF)