Employment Opportunities
If you wish to apply for one of the positions listed below, please send the West Bloomfield Parks Employment Application and any other applicable materials to hr@wbparks.org.  We use E-Verify to maintain a legal workforce​.

Full Time

Finance Manager - Salary range $$56,809-$73,852
West Bloomfield Parks and Recreation is seeking a Finance Manager with significant accounting experience to execute and manage accounting and financial operations for the organization. The Finance Manager is responsible for all accounting functions including collecting, analyzing, investigating and reporting financial data for decision making. This includes the execution of all aspects relating to the general ledger, accounts receivable, budgeting and payroll. The Finance Manager is responsible for the development and implementation of related policies and procedures. In addition, this position will also be responsible for some human resource functions.
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Part Time

Recreation Programmer - $15/hour
West Bloomfield Parks is seeking a Recreation Programmer for our Department’s Adult Softball and other sports programming.  In addition, this position will assist in our summer Walking Club and Biking Club.  Duties will include office and on-site work.  Office work will include program set-up, league coordination, program budgeting and equipment organization.  It will also include visits to sports fields to interact with staff, volunteers & customers/players.  The position is part time February-October, averaging 20 hours per week/weekday evenings; other occasional opportunities may be offered for shifts for special events or as other leagues or esports added.  Staring rate is $15/hour; Upon successful merit reviews, pay scale increases annually, to a maximum of $19.25.​
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Park Naturalist Programmer - $18/hour
The Part-Time Naturalist Programmer plans, develops, coordinates and delivers year round nature education programs for the community which includes: family programs, nature series, special events, school (home/public) programs, camps and preschool programs. This position also is responsible for writing staff reports, maintaining and preparing budgets and other supporting roles.  Works in close collaboration with the other Part-Time Naturalist, Animal Care/Outreach, in regards to public programs.  This position coordinates mainly with the Park Naturalist Supervisor and other positions such as Parks Supervisor, Parks Superintendent, Recreation Superintendent and other Programmers on various tasks and projects.  Staring rate is $18/hour; Upon successful merit reviews, pay scale increases annually, to a maximum of $22.65​
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Seasonal Positions

Recreation Intern Sports Focus - $10/hour
This internship will focus heavily on adult softball programming, but will include many opportunities to experience different aspects of our department. Including hands-on experience in special events, park operations, customer service and enrichment programs for seniors, adults and youth.  This internship would also allow some time dedicated to research new teen esport leagues.  The individual will gain experience in recreation operations, communication, leadership, logistical practices, document management, community engagement and enrichment. This internship requires someone that is a responsible leader and can thrive in a fast-paced environment, both in an office setting or at evening softball.   This internship requires the following qualities: punctuality, detailed oriented, ability to work independently and as a team player plus a good listener with a positive attitude. The length of the internship; start and end dates are negotiable with a typical schedule of 25 hours per week starting in the late spring and running through the summer for approximately (no more than) 480 hours.  For a complete job description with primary duties and responsibilities, email astokes@wbparks.org.

Seasonal Park Maintenance - $13 to $18/hour
The Seasonal Park Maintenance position performs a variety of tasks involved in the general maintenance of park grounds, athletic fields and trails at all park sites throughout the township.
  • Perform various park maintenance tasks such as mowing grass, pruning or removing trees, blowing leaves, mulching, athletic field grooming, litter and trash removal, landscaping, building and equipment maintenance.
  • Assist recreation staff with community events.
  • Perform other ground and building maintenance activities as needed.
  • Must be professional in appearance.
  • Adhere to Commission guidelines, policies and procedures.
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Mowing Crew - $13 to $18/hour
The mow crew is part of the seasonal park maintenance team but focuses on the general maintenance of park grounds, specifically mowing and weed whipping at all park sites throughout the township.  CDL not required.
  • Perform various park maintenance tasks such as mowing grass, pruning or removing trees, blowing leaves, mulching, athletic field grooming, litter and trash removal, landscaping, building and equipment maintenance.
  • Perform other ground and building maintenance activities as needed.
  • Must be professional in appearance.
  • Adhere to Commission guidelines, policies and procedures.
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Athletic Field Maintenance - $13 to $18/hour
The athletic field maintenance staff is part of the seasonal park maintenance team but primarily preps athletic fields at three park sites throughout the township.
  • Perform various park maintenance tasks for prepping athletic fields such as dragging, lining and equipment maintenance.
  • Assist recreation staff with community events.
  • Perform other ground and building maintenance activities as needed.
  • Must be professional in appearance.
  • Adhere to Commission guidelines, policies and procedures.
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Lily Pad Springs Assistant Manager - $13/hour
The Lily Pad Springs Assistant Manager(s) performs a variety of tasks in support of the Parks and Recreation Department’s spray park. This position is responsible for assisting the manager in the daily operation of Lily Pad Springs, assisting in interviewing, training and supervising Lily Pad Springs Attendants, assisting with the coordination and execution of staff trainings and assisting attendants with minor problems and arranges for support as needed. Assisting in daily deposits and reporting. In the absence of the manager, manages staff shift changes.
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