Recreation Leader III - Youth Program Lead (Intermittent)
$49,753,600–$60,486,400 year
On-siteBurien, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Lead safe, fun, and educational programs for elementary and middle school youth at designated programming sites with partner schools. Assist in program and activity development while serving as the staff lead for assigned programs. Provide transportation for youth using a city van to different site locations. This intermittent position supports the 2026-2027 After-School Programming season, running from September 3, 2026, to approximately June 17. Hours are 0-19 per week, typically Monday through Thursday from 2:45 p.m. to 6:15 p.m., with Friday shifts from 1:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m., depending on program needs. Candidates must be flexible to work limited days and times.
Required Qualifications
- One year of experience leading or teaching youth programs
- One year of college coursework in Recreation, Education and/or related field
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Successful completion of a pre-employment background check
- Valid Washington State Driver's license
- 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
- Must be flexible to work on limited days and at limited times
- Must be available for Monday - Thursday hours from 2:45 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.
- Must be available for Friday hours from 1:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.
- Must be able to provide transportation for youth using a city van to different site locations
- Must be able to effectively lead and coach others
- Must be able to communicate effectively with our community partners
- Must be able to serve as the staff lead for assigned programs
- Must be able to assist in program and activity development
- Must be able to lead safe, fun, and educational programs
- Must be able to demonstrate leadership
- Must be able to communicate effectively
- Must be able to take initiative
- Must be able to be a positive role model for the youth we serve
- Must have reliable attendance
- Must have a strong sense of responsibility
- Must be able to perform duties of the position
Desired Qualifications
- Passion for creating memorable experiences for elementary and middle school youth
- Commitment to being a positive role model for the youth we serve
- Enthusiasm for working with kids
- Dependability
- Initiative
- Leadership skills
- Effective communication skills
- Positive impact on community
- College coursework in Recreation, Education and/or related field (if not meeting minimum)
- Experience leading or teaching youth programs (if not meeting minimum)
- Equivalent combination of education, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities
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