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SPLASH PAD OPENING MAY 26th at 5PM
MEMORIAL DAY 2022
Please click below for details on the parade and other ceremonies.
Scroll to the bottom of this page for Recreation Job Opportunity!
Beach Passes will go on Sale May 16th.
Please click link below for information and forms
NEW PROGRAMMING
Adult programming: Basketball, Yoga, Badminton, & Volleyball.
For kids: Busybodies, Softball, Pitch Clinics,Tennis, Basketball, Art Classes, Gymnastics, Wrestling, Drama, Babysitting and much more!
Online Registration and More Programs
Say Hello to our staff always available to answer any questions or address any concerns you may have.
Recreation Director Chelsey Dumas-Gibbs
Program Director and Programming/Registration questions Kyle Bodington
Recreation Secretary & Community Center Rental Contact Rose Pichette
Recreation Secretary & RecDesk Troubleshooting Contact Melissa Croteau
We will ALWAYS Remember you Al Southwick, Take Care.
Our Mission Statement
To offer quality recreational programs and services to children, adults and families during their leisure time in a safe, rewarding manner. To provide youth sports activities, summer camp, art and drama programs. To maintain and provide services at a municipal golf course, Allen Harbor Marina and our extensive parks and playground network.
Online Registration
Most of our programs require pre-registation. As soon as the information is finalized it immediately becomes available to register online.
Distribution List
Stay abreast of all our activities for male or females of any age. Complete this form and/or email the information to recreationsecretary@northkingstown.org today and tell us you want to join the email distribution list. This gives you the most to date information on all of our programs or any other announcements we may make!
Looking for a job in Recreation?
We are now accepting applications for Summer Camp Counselors. Fill out an application and email to Chelsey Dumas-Gibbs today to be a part of our great team.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Application for all positions found here
All jobs have a point of contact listed for further inquiry and application submission.
SEASONAL POSITIONS
TEMPORARY SEMI-SKILLED LABORER
Applications are now being accepted by the Department of Public Works, 2050 Davisville Road, North Kingstown, RI, for temporary seasonal semi-skilled laborer positions. To be qualified, individuals must be 18 years of age or older, possess a valid driver’s license and be physically able to perform a variety of manual tasks in the landscape and construction categories.
$15 per hour Questions? email kjones@northkingstown.org or call 268-1561
Summer Camp Extreme Supervisor
North Kingstown Recreation
Seasonal Position that follows guidelines for leading and directing Summer Staff. Requires independent initiative and resolution. Apply basic youth development principles for working with campers through communication, respect for diversity and empowerment of youth. Must be able to manage large groups of middle school aged children and keep them engaged. Must participate in pre-camp training and meetings with staff. Daily duties to include coordinate, organization, and enforcement of engaging camp activities on site and special events. Assist in field trips off sight; ensure that each participant enjoys a successful camp experience. Assist Bus Supervisor, Recreation Director, Camp Leaders and Teaching Staff with the planning and organization for field trips and daily activities. Meet/communicate regularly with Director regarding concerns, updates and challenges. Prompt communication with parents and staff about questions and concerns. Apply appropriate behavior-management techniques and group problem solving while observing camp behavior to ensure safe/enforce safety regulations and emergency procedures. Encourage respect for personal property, playground equipment and facilities along with cleanliness, punctuality, clean-up rules and sportsmanship. Must use considerable independent judgement while carrying out daily duties. Must have reliable transportation. May be required to perform various clerical tasks such as camp rosters and organization of camp material daily. Must be available June to late August Monday to Friday 745am-430pm. Looking for a strong communicator that is Responsible, Respectful, Reliable, Patient and willing to enjoy the company of co-workers and campers.
Pay Rate is Negotiable Depending on Experience
Submit application to: Recreation Department, 100 Fairway Drive, North Kingstown, Rhode Island 02852 or email cdumas@northkingstown.org
Questions? Please contact 268-1542
GOLF COURSE
The North Kingstown Golf Course has seasonal and part time positions available. General physical maintenance including but not limited to mowing, raking bunkers, weed whacking. Must be at least 18 years old, willing to work outside in all weather conditions and be able to work well with others on a crew. Must have valid license and reliable transportation. Attention to detail, a strong work ethic and positive attitude. Weekends are a must as well as early morning starts, ex, 5 AM. Job lasts through the fall laid off in late November/December. Applications available at the recreation department, 100 Fairway Drive, North Kingstown, Rhode Island 02852
Pay Rate is Negotiable Depending on Experience please call 294-4033 with any questions or email dmcdermott@northkingstown.org
SUMMER CAMP
Now hiring summer staff that will provide leadership in a day camp program. Must be available June 27 – August 19 Monday through Friday. Must be available for training prior to camp starts. Camp runs 8:30am-4:30pm. This is an outdoors camp, must be comfortable outside in the summer for a long period of time. Candidate must be flexible, creative, and innovative. Must have positive attitude and high energy. Must be able to engage with the youth and encourage campers to have fun and socialize. Must be able to identify problems and offer solutions. Multi-tasker. Camp staff will be assigned a group of children to supervise and keep safe under the direct supervision o f a lead staff member. Must be at least 16 years of age, reliable and responsible. Experience with children is preferred. Must be a team player. Pay rate $12.25 - $13.25
Submit application to: Recreation Department, 100 Fairway Drive, North Kingstown, Rhode Island 02852 or email cdumas@northkingstown.org
Questions? Please contact 268-1542
Running Coach
Running instructor For recreation Running programs throughout the year. Whether Track and Field, Distance Running, Trail Running, or just running for fun is your thing, we have an opening. This is an opening for a lead and or an assistant position. The seasons are flexible, we would like to work with your strengths to put together a program. Our programs are geared towards Grades K-8 but we are willing to work with the age group that best fits what you can offer. Pay rate negotiable based on experience.
Submit application to: Recreation Department, 100 Fairway Drive, North Kingstown, Rhode Island 02852 or email cdumas@northkingstown.org
Questions? Please contact 268-1542
Other Useful Contacts
- ADULT TENNIS LEAGUE: Tracy Miller northkingstowntennis@gmail.com
- BUSY BODIES & TRACK INFORMATION recreationsecretary@northkingstown.org
- LACROSSE 1-617-435-0085 nklacrosse.org
- NK FLAG FOOTBALL 1-508-308-2857 nkflagfootball.com
- NKSA & OSS ( now one league) 372-7117 www.osnkuntied.com
- NKW LITTLE LEAGUE nkwll.com
- NORTH KINGSTOWN SENIOR CENTER 268-1590
- NORTH KINGSTOWN YOUTH FOOTBALL 447-5532 nkjaguars@squadfusion.com/ nkjagsfootball@gmail.com
- RI RECREATION & PARKS ASSOCIATION http://www.rirpa.com/ @(Model.BulletStyle == CivicPlus.Entities.Modules.Layout.Enums.BulletStyle.Decimal ? "ol" : "ul")>
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Chelsey Dumas
Recreation Director
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Recreation
Physical Address
100 Fairway Drive
North Kingstown, RI 02852
Mailing Address
100 Fairway Drive
North Kingstown, RI 02852
Phone: 401-294-3331, ext. 241, 240, & 242Fax: 401-583-4140
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