Chillicothe Missouri Parks and Recreation

04/02/2026

☀️🌊 Get ready for SUMMER at Chilli Bay Water Park! 🦈💦

Starting April 1st, 2026, our Pre-Season Online Pass Sale is LIVE! 🎉

🔥 April ONLY Deals:
💥 $15 OFF a Season Group Pass
💥 $10 OFF an Individual Season Pass

Don’t miss your chance to save and lock in a full summer of fun!

👉 Purchase your passes online here:
https://secure.rec1.com/MO/chillicothe-mo/catalog
(Create your account with Chillicothe Parks & Recreation to get started!)

🏖️ While you're there, start planning your summer adventures!
Check out our Bayside Rental tab to:
✔️ Reserve a Hut for your crew
✔️ Book an after-hours Pool Party 🎉
✔️ Sign up for Swim Lessons 🏊‍♂️
✔️ Explore other awesome programs at Chilli Bay Water Park

🌴 Make this your best summer yet—we’ll see you at the Bay! 🌊

03/23/2026

🌊☀️ Still Want to Be a Lifeguard This Summer? There’s Still Time! ☀️🌊

Our first round of hiring is complete, and WOW—what a great group of applicants! 🙌

But good news… we still have a few lifeguard positions open! 🛟

We will continue accepting applications until all positions are filled, so if you’ve been thinking about joining the Chilli Bay Water Park team—this is your chance to jump in!

💲 Starting Pay: $15.30/hour
🌞 Work outside, build skills, and be part of an awesome summer team

🔁 Returning lifeguards must reapply

💻 Apply online today:
https://secure.rec1.com/MO/chillicothe-mo/catalog

Don’t miss out on being part of another fun-filled summer at Chilli Bay! 🌊🔥

03/10/2026

📢 Now Hiring – Join the Chillicothe Parks & Recreation Team! 🌳🌼

The City of Chillicothe Parks & Recreation Department is currently accepting applications for a Full-Time Park Specialist – Facilities Coordinator position.

This position plays an important role in helping maintain and coordinate many of the facilities that make Chillicothe’s parks system a great place for our community. Responsibilities include managing shelter house reservations, overseeing park facility upkeep, maintaining flower beds and planters, and assisting with department social media and recreation software.

🌿 Preferred Experience:
Knowledge or background in horticulture, plants, or flowers is recommended.

💼 Position Details:
• 40 hours per week
• $18.15 – $19.25 per hour (depending on qualifications)
• Excellent Benefits Package, including:
✅ 100% Paid Health Insurance
✅ 100% Paid Retirement
✅ 12 Paid Holidays
✅ Paid Vacation & Sick Leave

📅 Application Deadline:
April 1, 2026 at 4:00 PM

💻 Apply Online:
https://secure.rec1.com/MO/chillicothe-mo/catalog

➡️ Click on the “ Employment” tab.

You may also submit your application and resume to:
📧 [email protected]

Come help maintain and enhance the parks and facilities that serve our community! 🌳

01/23/2026

🌞 Now Hiring Seasonal Staff for 2026! 🌊
Join the Chilli Bay Water Park team for a summer full of fun in the sun!

Positions Available:
🏊‍♂️ Lifeguards
🍔 Concessions
🎟️ Admissions

💻 Apply online: https://secure.rec1.com/MO/chillicothe-mo/catalog Application Deadline: March 1, 2026

📅 New applicants: Interview invites sent on/after March 1
🔁 Returning employees must reapply

Make this summer unforgettable—join our crew! ☀️

01/12/2026

🌞 Now Hiring Seasonal Staff for 2026! 🌊
Join the Chillicothe Parks and Recreation team for a summer full of fun in the sun!

Positions Available:
🏊‍♂️ Lifeguards
🍔 Concessions
🎟️ Admissions
🌿 Groundskeepers I & II

💻 Apply online: https://secure.rec1.com/MO/chillicothe-mo/catalog

📅 New applicants: Interview invites sent on/after March 1
🔁 Returning employees must reapply

Make this summer unforgettable—join our crew! ☀️

01/06/2026

🌞 Now Hiring Seasonal Staff for 2026! 🌊
Join the Chillicothe Parks and Recreation team for a summer full of fun in the sun!

Positions Available:
🏊‍♂️ Lifeguards
🍔 Concessions
🎟️ Admissions
🌿 Groundskeepers I & II

💻 Apply online: https://secure.rec1.com/MO/chillicothe-mo/catalog

📅 New applicants: Interview invites sent on/after March 1
🔁 Returning employees must reapply

Make this summer unforgettable—join our crew! ☀️

12/06/2025

🎁💦 Give the Gift of HOLIDAY SPLASHING! 💦🎁

Chilli Bay 2026 Season Pass Gift Cards are officially ON SALE NOW!

This digital gift card is available online only at:
🔗 https://secure.rec1.com/MO/chillicothe-mo/catalog

🎟️ What can the gift card be used for?
👉 Purchasing 2026 Chilli Bay Water Park Season Passes

🗓️ When can it be redeemed?
✔️ Online starting April 1, 2026
✔️ In person during our May Pre-Season Picture Day or during the regular season.

💡 How to Redeem Your Gift Card:
• After purchasing your digital gift card, you’ll receive a receipt with a unique code.
• SAVE or PRINT this receipt! You’ll need it to redeem your gift card.

💻 Redeeming Online:
Go to purchase your 2026 Season Pass.
At checkout, enter the gift card code from your receipt.
Select “Claim,” look for the green check mark, and finish your transaction.

🏷️ Redeeming In Person:
Bring your receipt with the gift card code to our team during May 2026 Pre-Season Picture Day, and we’ll apply it toward your season pass purchase.

Give your family and friends the gift of a full summer of fun, sunshine, and shark-approved adventures! 🦈☀️

For questions or technical issues please email us by pressing the help menu at https://secure.rec1.com/MO/chillicothe-mo/catalog or call us at 660-646-6107.

10/06/2025

Come on out to Danner Park this evening. Concessions are open until the conclusion of the ball games. 10/6/2025

We’ll see you all at Danner Park!!

10/03/2025

Today, the downtown areas will be closed for the Chillicothe Hornets Homecoming Parade-

October 3, 2025 1:45p to 2:50 PM.
Route- Polk Street from State Street to Washington Street, Washington Street to Ann Street to Locust Street and back to Calhoun Street.

Thank you for your patience.

10/02/2025

Come on out to Danner Park this evening for some CHS Lady Hornet Softball as they take on the Macon Tigers. Concessions will be open until 8:30 pm. 10/2/25