Recreation Leader III - (Seasonal) Various Programs

Job Description

Job Description

Do you love working with kids of all ages? We are looking for candidates who have a strong passion for working with kids in elementary and middle school, and who want to serve our community.

Talent Pool/ Future Opportunities

We are currently accepting resumes from qualified candidates for potential future positions in the next 12 months. While there is no active opening at this time, applications will be kept on file and reviewed as new opportunities arise.

Summer: Typically four to eight hours a day, Monday through Friday, anytime between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Candidates must be flexible to work limited days and times to accommodate program needs.

Schedule

Summer: Intermittent Hours: 0 - 40 hours per week, depending upon participant enrollment for the week.

School Year: Intermittent Hours: 0-16 hours per week, depending on program needs.

Candidates must be flexible to work limited days and times to accommodate program needs.

Essential Functions

• Develops and implements assigned programs.
• Recommends new components for assigned programs based on participant and parent input, research, and trends.
• Provides inspired and enthusiastic leadership, support, and mentoring on-site for program participants.
• Supports and models the identified vision, values, and behaviors of the organization.
• Serves as lead staff for assigned programs.
• Takes lead in selecting, training, supervising, and evaluating program part time staff and volunteers.
• Prepares staff and volunteer work schedules.
• Develops positive relationships with participants, parents, co-workers, school staff, and general public.
• Monitors participants' behavior to assure a positive and safe program environment.
• Provides transportation using City van for after-school and trip programs.
• Sets up and takes down rooms for program implementation; provides facility clean-up as needed.
• Submits weekly reports.
• Completes facility and/or vehicle safety check prior to each program occurrence.
• Checks school facility condition following programs held on school sites.
• Assists with marketing of programs
• Delivers and distributes program-related promotional materials.
• Conducts program evaluations and/or related participant quality assurance measures.
• Administers First Aid/CPR for minor injuries; follows Department procedures for all accidents and incidents.
• Maintains inventory, demonstrates safe use, and recommends purchase of program supplies.
• Operates appropriate office equipment.
• Communicates effectively orally and in writing to a wide variety of internal and external customers.
• Monitors budget and expenditures for assigned programs.
• Researches, recruits, and coordinates community partners to supplement programs.
• Coordinates registration and payments with City of Burien Customer Service Representatives.
• Develops content, schedules, and leads regular intermittent staff meetings.
• Performs other related duties as assigned..

Education and/or Experience

• One year of experience leading or teaching youth programs, with one year of college coursework in Recreation, Education and/or related field or
• Any equivalent combination of education, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which would allow an individual to perform the duties of the position will be considered.

Special Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check
• Valid Washington State Driver's license and satisfactory driving record
• Valid First Aid and Child and Adult CPR Certification within 60 days of hire.
• Ability to obtain a public health department food handler's permit may be required

Please see the job description for full details

Notices

• The City of Burien believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. This job description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
• The City of Burien is an Equal Opportunity Employer and assures equal employment practices regardless of sex, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, or any other basis prohibited by local, State or Federal law.
• Verification of identity and United States work authorization must be completed before employment commences as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
• Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of education and related experience. Highly qualified candidates may be invited to participate in interviews. Candidates may be asked to respond to supplemental questions in writing and to supply illustrative examples of work. A test may also be administered to assess relevant skills. Additional references may be requested of finalists.
• If you need special accommodation in the application or examination process, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com
• The City of Burien has a no smoking policy in all City facilities and all City vehicles.