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NEOGOV · 2 weeks ago

Parks and Recreation Lead Staff (Youth and Family Programs)

Bloomington, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$18.50/hr - $21.64/hr

NEOGOV is seeking a Parks and Recreation Lead Staff member for Youth and Family Programs in Bloomington, MN. The role involves supervising participants, planning, organizing, and instructing activities in collaboration with the Summer Leadership Team and Recreation Supervisor.

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Responsibilities

Provide a safe, fun and appropriate experience for all participants

Plans, organizes and directs activities at an assigned program site in cooperation with Summer Leadership Team

Communicates regularly with Summer Leadership Team and Recreation Supervisor

Plans and prepares weekly calendar of activities; submit weekly attendance reports and written post-season evaluation of program and recommendations for next season

Responsible for all preparation, submitting, and reviewing all reports required on participants, staff, incidents and property damage

Attends and participates in staff training and meetings

Attends and organizes participants for field trips

Provides support as needed for all participants and staff to create an inclusive environment onsite

Works as a team member to ensure the program’s compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Minnesota Human Rights Act

Follows staff policies and procedures

Ensures that all staff and program participants follow the established policies and procedures

Completes all other duties as assigned by Recreation Supervisor and Playground Coordinator

Adhere to and enforce state health guidelines

Qualification

Supervisory experienceExperience working with youthPlanningOrganizing activitiesChild behaviorCreativity in activity planningEmpathyCommunication skillsTeamwork

Required

Must be 18 years of age or older

Must have extensive availability from June 8 – August 14, with limited time off requests

Must be able to attend Lead and Specialist training May 30th-31st and assist in facilitating/preparing for staff training June 8th – 12th

Must successfully pass a Criminal and Driving Background Check

Must have experience working with children/teens

Preferred

Supervisory or Leadership experience

High school diploma and relevant post-secondary course work preferred (recreation, sports and leisure, education, etc.)

Proven experience working with youth

Experience working in community recreation or education programs

Knowledge and skills in leading activities, including sports, indoor and outdoor games, with an emphasis on elementary and middle school age youth

Creativity and assertiveness to plan and implement activities

Knowledge and understanding of child behavior, experience in recreational sports, games and arts and crafts, and an ability to relate with and supervise children successfully

A willingness to learn about and support people with disabilities so they can participate fully in City sponsored Parks and Recreation programs