Employment Opportunities

Employment Opportunities

motor movement lead instructor

18 Yr Olds+

Zeeland Recreation is in search of a lead instructor for our Motor Movement program on Monday mornings! Our motor movement program is for 3-5 yr olds and uses music, games and other fun activities to improve body control, motor skills and physical awareness (curriculum is provided). If you love kids and love helping them develop their motor skills, this is the perfect job for you! Details of the opening are below. Come join our team!

  • Apply: Send cover letter and resume to Katelyn Parker at kparker@zps.org
  • Application Deadline: Jan 7
  • Learn More: Learn more about Motor Movement HERE
  • Compensation: $25 per hour
  • Currently Scheduled Sessions: Mondays | 9am & 10am | Feb 3-Mar 24 | Apr 14-June 2 
  • Future Schedule/Sessions: Future dates/times will be planned together by the lead instructor and our Leisure Coordinator, Katelyn Parker
  • Qualifications: Experience leading youth programs; Motor development and/or gymnastics experience; Classroom management experience
  • Questions? Contact Katelyn Parker, Leisure Coordinator, at kparker@zps.org and/or (616) 748-3240
  • Other Opportunities: We also anticipate an opening for our Lead Gymnastics Instructor position later this year, which the person in this role could potentially fill as well; We're also open to this person proposing additional programs that they would like to lead and run through Zeeland Recreation

GYMNASTICS ASSISTANT INSTRUCTORS

14 Yr Olds-Adults

This position assists in instruction at our Gymnastics program by leading a group of 5-6 participants at various skill stations. If you love working with kids, jave experience in gymnastics and want a fun summer job, we are looking for you!

  • Apply: Send resume to Katelyn Parker at kparker@zps.org
  • Compensation: $11 per hour
  • What We Are Looking For: Outgoing | Upbeat | Positive | Experience working with kids | Gymnastics experience
  • Summer: Mon-Thur | 7:45am-12pm | June | July | August
  • Sept-Mar: Sat | 7:45am-1pm | Multiple sessions throughout the year
  • Questions? Contact Katelyn Parker | kparker@zps.org | 616-748-3240

DAYTIME AQUATICS STAFF

15 Yr Olds-Adults

This is the perfect job for a homeschool student, college student, adult or senior looking for a part-time job! This position fills a combination of roles, including lifeguarding, teaching of swim lessons and any other assigned duties. A free fitness membership is included with the job. 

  • Apply: Contact Kristine Ferry (616.748.3229 or kferry@zps.org)
  • Pay Rate: $13.86-$19.94 p/hr (starting rate depends on experience)
  • Hours: Hours are flexible and can range from one shift a week (ex: 3 hours per week) all the way up to multiple shifts a week (ex: 25-30 hours per week)
  • Shifts: 1-5 Days Per Week | Mon-Fri | 4:30am-7:30am | 10:45am-1:15pm | 4:45pm-8:45pm | Applicants don't have to be able to work all shifts in order to apply
  • Qualifications: Energetic | Responsible | Effective communicator | Lifeguard or WSI certifications are preferred. However, Zeeland Rec will help you attain certification(s) if not currently held

Fitness Instructors + PERSONAL TRAINERS

18 Yr Olds +

We're looking for individuals to lead group fitness classes for either adults or even youth, as well as personal trainers to lead personal training sessions!

  • Apply: Contact Karissa Klyn, Fitness Coordinator (kklyn@zps.org | 616-748-3226)
  • Youth Fitness Instructors: Instructor(s) to develop and lead a youth fitness program
  • Adult Fitness Instructors: Instructor(s) to develop and lead adult fitness classes of any kind
  • Personal Trainer: Personal Trainer(s) available to work early mornings, evenings and Saturdays to lead Personal Training sessions + Equipment Orientations at our Fitness Center
  • Compensation: $32 p/class
  • Qualifications: Group fitness certification | Knowledge of physiology, exercise technique, and body mechanics | One year of experience instructing is preferred

program instructors

Do you have an aquatics, fitness, leisure or sports program you would like to run through Zeeland Recreation? We're always open to new ideas that would help us serve our community... anything from engineering to art to sports to senior activities and everything in between! We offer excellent compensation + lots of schedule flexibility. Below are the details. 

  • Submit a Program Idea: Fill Out THIS FORM
  • Program We're Most Interested in Adding: Art, Science, Engineering, Robotics, Coding, S.T.E.M., Outdoor, Wetlands, Fishing, Parent-Child Programs, Toddler Programs, Music, Baking, Cooking + Any Other Ideas You May Have
  • Compensation: 70% of Revenue from Program
  • Questions? Contact our Director at bgeertsm@zps.org or 616.748.3231

Youth sports GAMEDAY STAFF

13 Yr Olds-Adults

We have a wide variety of employment opportunities through our youth sports programs. Review all details below and apply via the link if you are interested! 

  • Apply Here
  • Questions? Contact Mandee Matzke, Youth Sports Coordinator, at mmatzke@zps.org or (616) 748-3228 
  • Qualifications: Previous experience playing and/or managing that sport | Dependable | Loves kids
  • Soccer (Sept-Oct): Referees, Site Supervisors
  • Flag Football (Sept-Oct): Referees, Scoreboard Controller, Public Announcer, Music Controller, Chain Gain, Site Supervisors
  • Tackle Football (Sept-Oct): Referees, Scoreboard Controller, Public Announcer, Music Controller, Chain Gain, Site Supervisors
  • Volleyball (Nov-Dec): Line Judges, Site Supervisors
  • Basketball (Jan-Feb): Referees, Scoreboard Controller, Site Supervisors
  • Baseball & Softball (Apr-July): Umpires
  • Dates & Times: Most games occur on Saturday mornings and early afternoon
  • Compensation: Varies by position | Contact Mandee Matzke for specific pay rates by position/sport at mmatzke@zps.org or (616) 748-3228 

Little League Umpires

12 Yr Olds-Adults

Zeeland Rec is looking for umpires for our Zeeland Little League Baseball and Softball programs! Both home plate and field umpires are needed. Umpire resource guides, equipment and training is provided. 

  • Register to Umpire Here (if you did not umpire for ZLL last year)
  • Dates: April-July
  • Game Days: Monday-Saturday
  • Times: Mon-Fri games range from 5pm-8pm | Sat games range from 9am-1pm (games last around 2 hrs each)
  • Pay Rate: $25-$45 p/game (depending on age, certification, etc)
  • Qualifications: Knowledge of the game of baseball/softball (training will be provided upon hiring) | Love for kids | Dependable
  • Training: In-person training is required in April | Details TBD
  • Questions? Email our Little League President, Brandon LaRosa: zllpresident@gmail.com

Adult volleyball site supervisors

18 Yr Olds +

Zeeland Rec is looking for adult volleyball site supervisors for our Adult Volleyball Leagues!

  • Apply: Contact Brett Geertsma (bgeertsm@zps.org or 616-748-3231)
  • Pay Rates: $12.12-$17.47 per hour
  • Dates: Mon or Thur | Oct-Mar
  • Times: 5:30pm-10:30pm 
  • Tasks: Set up and take down nets | Manage event | Input score results

Adult basketball officials + Scoreboard controllers

18 Yr Olds +

Zeeland Rec is looking for adult basketball officials for our Winter Adult Basketball Leagues!

  • Apply: Contact Brett Geertsma at bgeertsm@zps.org or 616-748-3231
  • Offocials: $25 p/game | 3-4 games p/night
  • Scoreboard Controller: $15 p/game | 3-4 games per night
  • Dates: Wednesdays | Nov-Feb | 7pm-10pm

Adult SOCCER OFFICIALS + SITE SUPERVISORS

18 Yr Olds +

We're looking for adult soccer officials and site supervisors for our summer coed soccer league!

  • Apply + Questions: Contact Brett Geertsma | bgeertsm@zps.org | 616-748-3231
  • Officials Pay Rates: $33 p/game 
  • Site Supervisor Pay Rate: $15 p/game
  • Dates: Thursdays | May-July | 6pm-9pm
  • Games Per Night: 3

Adult SOFTBALL Umpires

18 Yr Olds +

We're looking for adult softball umpires for our Summer and/or Fall Adult Softball Leagues!

  • Apply + Questions: Contact Brett Geertsma | bgeertsm@zps.org | 616-748-3231
  • Pay Rates: $27-$29 p/game (depends on certifications)
  • Games Per Night: 3-4 
  • Summer: May-August | Mon, Tue, Wed or Thur Leagues
  • Fall: Sept-Oct | Mon, Tue or Wed Leagues

AQUATICS AIDE

14 Yr Olds+

This is the perfect job for a middle school or high school students who may be interesting in becoming a lifeguard and/or swim lesson instructor! Aquatic aides will assist in the water with group swim lessons while also assisting at Family Open Swim. A free fitness membership is included with the job!

  • Apply: Contact Kristine Ferry (616.748.3229 or kferry@zps.org)
  • Pay Rate: $12.60-$14.21 p/hr (depends on experience)
  • Shifts: Mon-Sat | Times Vary | Schedule is Flexible
  • Qualifications: Successful completion of a swim skills evaluation | Energetic | Responsible | Effective communicator

swim lessons supervisor

18 Yr Olds+

We are seeking an individual with a love of children and swimming to supervise our swim lessons! This person will be present and on deck at swim lessons to ensure the quality and consistency of lessons and to provide exceptional customer service to the families of swim lesson participants. 

  • Apply: Contact Kristine Ferry (616.748.3229 or kferry@zps.org)
  • Pay Rate: $13.86-$19.94 p/hr (starting rate depends on experience)
  • Hours: 12-15 hrs p/wk (Additional hours for swim lesson instruction and lifeguarding are also available)
  • Mon & Wed Shifts: 4:00pm-7:30pm
  • Saturday Shifts: 8:00am-12:30pm
  • Summer Shifts: M & W, 3:30pm-7pm | T & TH, 8:30am-12pm
  • Qualifications: Energetic | Responsible | Effective verbal and written communication skills | Detail oriented | Previous swim instruction/lifeguard/swim coach experience is a plus | Experience working with children is a plus | Relates well to children | Lifeguard or WSI certifications are preferred. However, Zeeland Rec will help you attain certification(s) if not currently held

Swim Lessons Instructors

16 Yr Olds-Adults

This is the perfect job for a high school student, college student, or adult looking for a side job! A free fitness membership is included with the job. 

  • Apply: Contact Kristine Ferry (616.748.3229 or kferry@zps.org)
  • Pay Rate: $13.86-$15.61 p/hr (starting depends on experience)
  • Shifts: Mon-Sat | Times Vary | Schedule is Flexible
  • Qualifications: Energetic | Responsible | Effective communicator | Lifeguard or WSI certifications preferred. However, Zeeland Rec will help you attain your certification(s) if not currently held

Lifeguards

15 Yr Olds-Adults

This is the perfect job for a high school student, college student, or adult looking for a side job! A free fitness membership is included with the job. 

  • Apply: Contact Kristine Ferry (616.748.3229 or kferry@zps.org)
  • Pay Rate: $12.60-$14.21 p/hr (depends on experience)
  • Shifts: Mon-Sat | Times Vary | Schedule is Flexible
  • Qualifications: Energetic | Responsible | Effective communicator | Lifeguard or WSI certifications preferred. However, Zeeland Rec will help you attain your certification(s) if not currently held

Substitute Adult Fitness Instructors

18 Yr Olds +

We are searching for great fitness instructors to add to our current list of subs! If you hold a current certification in group fitness, spin, Zumba (including Strong by Zumba), yoga and/or aquatics, please contact Karissa Klyn, Fitness Coordinator, at kklyn@zps.org or 616-748-3226!