Summer Youth Program Leader

Youth Program Leader

Youth Program Leaders are responsible for supervising program participants planning and implementing age appropriate recreational activities and ensuring a safe program environment.

20-40 hours/week

Shifts typically Mon-Fri between the hours of 7am-8pm

Season: June through August

Position may be filled prior to posted deadline.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for attending all trainings, workshops, and staff meetings.
• Work cooperatively with supervisors, co-workers, participants, and parents.
• Ensure safety precautions are taken in all activities and follow proper emergency procedures when needed.
• Ensure the activity site is safe and appropriate for the activities being taught
• Teach skills and activities giving careful consideration to the specific needs and skill levels of the participant.
• Prepare weekly lesson plans and information material related to the programs with the approval of coordinator.
• Assist in the implementation and promotion of special events and trips.
• Carry out suggested lesson plans and follow a logical; sequential order of skill instruction.
• Supervise, assign tasks, and assist in training volunteers.
• Welcome, include, and guide volunteer staff.
• Communicate program needs and requests, including those of program participants or their parents to supervisors.
• Communicate with parents regarding program specific concerns and information regarding individual participants.
• Assist in the evaluation of the program.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Be at least 16 years of age.
• At least one year of experience working with elementary aged kids.
• First Aid/CPR certification within two months of hire.

Desired Qualifications

• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Communicate effectively in normal; loud and stressful situations.
• Move and/or lift materials and/or equipment typically greater than 40 lbs.

Competencies Common to All Positions

• Developing and maintaining a thorough working knowledge of all department and applicable City policies and procedures in order to help facilitate compliance with such policies and procedures by all personnel.
• Demonstrating by personal example the service excellence and integrity expected from all staff.
• Developing respectful and cooperative relationships with co-workers, including willing assistance to newer staff so job responsibilities can be performed with confidence as quickly as possible.
• Conferring regularly with and keeping the immediate supervisor informed of all important matters pertaining to those functions and job responsibilities for which accountable.
• Representing the City in a professional manner to the general public and other outside contacts / constituencies in a manner that helps maintain and enhance New Brighton's reputation as a well-managed City.
• Demonstrating a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Core Values Common to All Positions

• Innovation: We embrace innovation by staying curious, adaptable, and growth-minded while balancing new ideas with practical solutions.
• Excellence: We strive for excellence by delivering high-quality work with flexibility, support for one another, and meaningful service to our community.
• Optimism: We choose optimism in how we show up each day, bringing positive energy, encouragement, a sense of fun, and a focus on solutions.
• Connection: We build strong connections by communicating openly, working collaboratively, and creating a space of trust, support, and inclusion.

The City of New Brighton offers a robust benefits package, see details below. Labor union benefits are determined through collective bargaining and may have different retirement plans. All staff:

• Paid Sick Leave / Earned Sick & Safe Time
• Dress for your day
• New Brighton Community Center Membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vision discount at participating providers
• PERA Retirement for non-union staff, some employees may be exempt from PERA depending on position
• Optional 457 / 457 Roth retirement plans
• MERSC - discounts for various retail, services, and events

Full-time staff:

• Employer contribution to health insurance premium & health saving account, with cash option if waived
• Employer-paid life insurance, with supplemental policies available
• Employee Wellness Program
• Flexible benefit plans for health care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and limited scope health care reimbursement
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible / remote work schedules
• Optional long-term disability, short-term disability, and AFLAC insurance

The City of New Brighton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.