Seasonal Staff Opportunities

Seasonal Staff

The City of Watertown’s Recreation Department has multiple seasonal opportunities available. These opportunities are perfect for motivated individuals interested in making a positive impact in the Watertown community. These opportunities are ideal for college students, aspiring teachers or coaches, and active individuals interested in sharing their passion for athletics, STEM education, arts and crafts, and many other activities with people of all ages. Interested candidates must be available to work approximately 8-15 hours per week depending on their position, including after school and weekends. The Recreation Department hires for a variety of positions for five different programming sessions. Please see positions and sessions listed below. When applying, applicants must designate which position and which session they are interested in.

Spring II 2026: May 4 - June 12
Summer 2026: June 18 - August 31

See Seasonal 2026 Staff Job Openings (PDF) and Appy for a Job (PDF)

Pequossette Summer 2026 Job Openings for 2026 (PDF)

Update: Employment Opportunities – Pequossette Summer Program 2026

Watertown Recreation is excited to introduce a new Counselor-in-Training (CIT) Program for youth ages 13 and 14. Please note that this is not a paid position. CITs will participate as volunteers and may earn community service hours that can count toward graduation requirements.

This program will include a separate application and interview process, and acceptance is not guaranteed.
See more information, including application details.

For 2026, applicants must be entering the 10th grade (Fall 2026) and be at least 15 years old to be considered.

Deadline for applications will be Friday March 27, 2026.