Temporary Program Assistant

Temporary Program Assistant

Temporary Program Assistants provide support for events, programs, and camps. This staff member will receive hands-on experience in a wide range of programs and events. Most of the shifts will be on nights and weekends, but opportunities to help with summer day camps may also arise.

Must be at least 16 to apply. Must have reliable transportation and an interest in being outdoors and working with children.

Temporary Program Assistants generally work approximately 5 - 15 hours per week. During summer camp weeks there may be an opportunity to exceed 15 hours (per week).

Specific Duties & Expectations

• Maintain accurate program records through attendance and record keeping for all programs, as assigned.
• Help conduct a well-rounded program to meet the recreational needs of the children.
• Implement a schedule of activities, games, crafts and special events to provide a fun experience for children in the parks. Demonstrate, lead and help teach activities.
• Offer ideas for improvements to existing programs.
• Maintain an atmosphere of cooperation and camaraderie between program participants, staff and volunteers.
• Assist with preparation of items necessary for each program or event.
• Set-up and clean-up programs, including a litter sweep and safety check at the park.

General Duties & Expectations

• Be able to learn quickly and listen to instructions.
• Ensure the safety of all participants by maintaining a safe, clean and controlled.
• Enforce all park rules and regulations.
• By setting an example, encourage proper use of parks and park equipment.
• Follow CWPD brand guidelines.
• Deliver fun, healthy and outstanding park experiences that connects the community with the outdoors.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Required Skills, Abilities, and Qualifications

• Ability to learn quickly and listen to instructions.
• Ability to work in group settings.
• Reliable transportation to various park sites.
• Experience with public speaking.

Job Fit

• Availability and ability to work night and weekend events.
• Ability to work most shifts outdoors.
• An interest in recreation, event management and or environmental.
• An upbeat, enthusiastic and positive attitude.

Ideal Characteristics

• Experience working with children.
• Maintains a positive attitude.
• Accomplishes tasks within time and/or budget allocated.
• Remembers instructions of job tasks without repeated instruction.

Minimum Qualifications

• Be able to lift objects up to 50 lbs.
• Be able to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Be insurable by park district insurance to operate vehicles.
• Pass a pre-employment background screen.