Program Leader

Salary: $12.45 - $13.80 Hourly
Location : Kettering Recreation Center, OH
Job Type: Temporary Part-Time
Job Number: 202600015
Department: PRCA
Division: RECREATION
Opening Date: 02/09/2026
Closing Date: 9/30/2026 5:00 PM Eastern


Job Description


We're looking for enthusiastic outgoing individuals to join our team as Program Leaders. Enjoy a flexible schedule a supportive team environment and a fun atmosphere. This position is responsible for developing coordinating and organizing recreational programs and activities. Pay range is $11.40 per hour to $13.80 per hour. Entry rate contingent upon candidate's related skills knowledge and abilities.

Examples of Duties
Assist with the planning of events and activities

Assist with the execution of events and activities

Interact with patrons to ensure a fun and entertaining experience

Provide a safe environment for our patrons

Responsible for being aware of and enforcing all City of Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts policies and guidelines;

Carries out any assigned responsibilities relating to the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department as directed by the Coordinator, Supervisor or designee.

Typical Qualifications


Candidates must have an enthusiastic attitude and the ability to work with children three years of age and older. Candidates must be creative, possess initiative and be assertive. Candidates must also be well organized and able to plan and promote a wide variety of youth activities.
Candidates must be customer service-oriented and able to verbally communicate to the public. Preference will be given to candidates with two years' related work experience as well as leadership experience and/or training. Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Seasonal and part-time employees have access to several great perks. If a certification is required for your position (such as CPR, First Aid, or lifeguard credentials), the City will cover the cost of the certification where applicable, helping you get trained and ready to work without paying out of pocket.

You're also eligible to purchase a 12-visit punch pass for just $5, which can be used throughout the Kettering Recreation Complex for access to fitness areas, swimming, the ice arena, the water park, and select exercise classes. In addition, employees may receive discounts on PRCA programs and discounts on concessions at the Adventure Reef Water Park.
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Do you have a particular camp where you would like to work?

• Traditional
• Sports
• Rosewood Arts
• Habitat / Nature

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Have you applied, or do you plan to apply, for any other current City of Kettering job openings? If yes, please list the position(s).
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