Employment Opportunities

Thank you for your interest in working with San Juan Island Park and Recreation District. Island Rec is a great place to work! Our staff is comprised of a dedicated group of year-round and seasonal employees. Please check below for current employment opportunities and to apply.

To apply for any position: submit a letter of interest, a completed  Employment Application and any other position specific requirements listed with the position in one of the following ways:

Email: Send it to the contact person listed below each job posting
Mail: Island Rec, P.O. Box 1946, Friday Harbor, WA  98250.

Check back for upcoming opportunities!

Island Rec is actively looking for Sport Camp Instructors, Senior Fitness Instructors, Preschool Programming Instructors and Art Workshop Instructors. Please email bethany@islandrec.org if you are interested in becoming an instructor or jen@islandrec.org for art instruction. For new program ideas or suggestions please go to the Activity Proposal page. 

Last updated 2/25/26

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Summer Positions

We are accepting applications and resumes for summer positions.
Application review will begin the week of January 19 and run until all positions have been filled.

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Summer Camp Counselor- Camp Eagle Rock
Full-Time/Seasonal
$18.50/hr

Are you looking for a fun and meaningful summer position where you can spend time outdoors and help create some great summer memories for the kids of San Juan Island?

Under the guidance of the Camp Eagle Rock Director, Counselors lead groups in daily activities that support positive relationships, skill building, communication, critical thinking, and just plain FUN. This Monday-Friday position averages 38 hours weekly for approximately 8 weeks, June 15th through August 11th. Ideal candidates will be available the full length of camp.

From arts and crafts, games, and trips to our local parks and beaches, CER counselors are the heartbeat of camp. Spend your summer playing, being silly and inspiring our island youth to be the very best version of themselves. Develop long-lasting relationships with peers, families, and our community!

Camp Counselors come from a variety of backgrounds and it is a great way to expand your skills for future employment. Click here for full job description. Interested parties should submit a completed application and resume to bethany@islandrec.org or mail to: Island Rec, ATTN: Bethany Klassen; PO Box 1946; Friday Harbor, WA 98250

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Recreation Assistant- Camp Eagle Rock
Part-Time/Seasonal
$17.13/hr

Are you looking for a fun and meaningful summer position where you can spend time outdoors and help create some great summer memories for the kids of San Juan Island?

This is a position that works under the general supervision of the Camp Eagle Rock Director. This position primarily assists camp director and counselors in leading recreational activities for youth and assists with other program functions. Weekly hours range from 15-24 hours per week, June 15th through August 11th. Ideal candidates will be available the full length of camp.

Camp Assistants come from a variety of backgrounds and it is a great way to expand your skills for future employment. Click here for full job description. Interested parties should submit a completed application to bethany@islandrec.org or mail to: Island Rec, ATTN: Bethany Klassen; PO Box 1946; Friday Harbor, WA 98250

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