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Job Summary Join our vibrant community as a Park and Recreation Program Assistant, where your enthusiasm and dedication will help create engaging, safe, and memorable experiences for children and youth. In this dynamic role, you will assist in planning, organizing, and supervising a variety of recreational activities, ensuring all participants enjoy a positive environment that promotes growth, teamwork, and fun. Your energy and commitment will be vital in fostering a welcoming atmosphere that encourages active participation and personal development. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing your skills in youth engagement, outdoor activities, and program management. Duties Ensure a safe and caring environment for all participants. Assist in developing, setting up, executing, facilitating, leading, and break down Park and Recreation Department activities, camps, events, leagues, and programs. Age groups range from preschool children to seniors. Serve as a point contact at activities, programs, and leagues. Conduct office duties as required. Office duties include, but are not limited to, assisting in roster development, flier production, responding to communications, and program evaluations. Conduct minor maintenance of parks, fields, and facilities, including grooming of fields, cleaning of tennis courts and pavilion, trail maintenance, etc. Attend trainings, events, meetings, and other functions as required by supervisor. Perform other duties as designated by supervisor. Job description may be changed at any time by supervisor. Qualifications Working computer knowledge including use of Microsoft Word and Excel, Google Workspace, email, use of internet browsers and search engines. Good interpersonal skills including the ability to speak in and lead small groups of children and/or parents and the ability to work with the general public in a collegial and polite manner. Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team. Good organizational skills and ability to follow directions and exhibit good judgment/initiative when completing tasks. Must be at least 16 years of age. Enrollment in high school or a GED program, or related diploma preferred. Must submit to and pass a background check. Join us in creating a lively, supportive environment where young people can thrive! This role offers an enriching experience for those passionate about youth development, outdoor recreation, teaching, or community service—helping shape memorable moments that last a lifetime!

Pay:

$16.94 - $18.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 2.5 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person