Seasonal - Recreation Leader 2

The Tukwila Community Center is looking to hire multiple Recreation Leader 2 positions to help support youth day camp, teen day camp, nature camp, activity camps and senior summer programs. This is a great opportunity to serve as a positive role model and make a difference in your community!

As a Recreation Leader 2you will play a seasonal role assisting in the administration and implementation of the Summer Programs.

This is a seasonal/temporary position and will not exceed 1040 hours. These positions are also not eligible for health benefits or retirement.

Work Schedule and Hours
Work schedules will vary based on summer camp needs. The Recreation Leader 2 may be scheduled for up to eight (8) hours per day and up to forty (40) hours per week.

Program hours may include:

• Summer Programs:Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.actual schedule to be determined, with shifts starting as early as 7:15 a.m.
• Onboarding and training will begin in May; programs will begin in June. You must be available to attend onboarding and trainings.
• Schedules may be adjusted based on business need to ensure proper coverage is met.
• Ability to maintain reasonable, predictable, and regular attendance during assigned shifts.

Wage: $25.00 per hour

About the City

The City of Tukwila is 9.6 square miles of opportunity and a dynamic place to work. The population is over 22,000 at night and up to 150,000+ during the day. Tukwila shares borders with the Cities of Seattle, Renton, SeaTac, Burien, and Kent. Its central location lies in the heart of the Puget Sound region, sitting 12 miles south of downtown Seattle, 17 miles north of downtown Tacoma, and just east of SeaTac Airport. It is easily accessed by I-5 and I-405 or via either of Tukwila's two train stations, the Sounder Station or the Sound Transit Light Rail Station.

Mission StatementTo provide superior services that support a safe, inviting, and healthy environment for our residents, businesses, and guests.

Core Values

• Caring– We support the diverse community we serve with compassion, empathy and kindness.
• Professional –We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards and act with integrity and transparency. We are respectful and courteous with all.
• Responsive –We are timely and effective in the delivery of great customer service. We continually strive to find innovative ways to improve.

Veteran's Preference:

• Responsible for assisting in the direct day-to-day leadership over summer camp and senior programs and events.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of the participants and staff while at camp.
• Safeguards program staff and participants and provides for a clean and safe working environment.

• Assists in completing and maintaining proper forms, reports, and information for the camp and program, staff, participants and parents/ guardians.

• Assists in the planning, organizing, implementing and leading of age-appropriate activities and curriculum for camps and senior programs.
• Assists in the Coordination of day-to-day operations such as planning schedules for programs, seasonal staff, trips and special events.

• Build strong relationships with parents, participants and coworkers.

• Handles discipline problems with participants according to department procedure.
• Serves as secondary point of contact for parents and guardians, addressing any concerns and providing updates about Camp activities and policies.

• Ability to drive a 15-passenger van with teen camp participants and or adult and senior participants to offsite field trips.
• Responsible for cleaning and maintaining designated vans.
• Perform other duties as required.

Knowledge

• Basic recreation program activities, games, and group activities for youth and adults.
• Working knowledge of hazards, program safety practices, and emergency procedures.
• Customer service principles.
• Basic recordkeeping practices.
• Working knowledge of hazards and safety practices, and emergency procedures.

Ability to:

• Ability to assist in supervising all aspects of our summer camp and/or Senior programming.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and large groups in a positive, professional, and courteous manner.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and wind.
• Ability to adapt to changing work assignments and respond to urgent or time-sensitive tasks.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team with limited or no supervision.
• Provide friendly, positive, and supportive customer service to participants and the public.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with participants, volunteers, coworkers, and the general public.
• Follow instructions, policies, and procedures.
• Exercise good judgment in routine situations.
• Maintain a safe program environment.
• Manage stressful situations with tact and diplomacy.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand, walk, run, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, lift, feel, talk, hear, see, and participate in recreational activities for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull equipment and supplies.
• Frequent use of hands and arms for equipment handling and activity facilitation.

Heavy Work:

Exerting up to 75 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly for program or event set up and take downs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Minimum 21 years old;
• Minimum of two-years’ experience in a similar work environment.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License.
• Must be able to work with limited supervision.
• Ability to submit a clean Driving Abstract

• Previous experience working or volunteering in youth programs, recreation programs, camps, or customer service settings
• Must be physically capable of assisting and participating in physical activities
• Strong interest in leading activities for youth, including arts, sports, and games

• Maintain current CPR/First Aid certifications, or the ability to obtain prior to the first day of camp.

Preferred Qualifications:

• College-level coursework in Recreation, Education, or related field (preferred)
• Preferred experience as a Recreation Leader 1 and Recreation Leader 2
• Familiarity with recreation program structure, curriculum, or policies

Licenses, Certifications, and Special Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain CPR, First Aid, and AED certification prior to the first day of camp.
• Must be physically capable of assisting and participating in recreational and physical activities
• Valid Driver's License.

Definition: Clean Driving Record

For purposes of this position, a clean driving record means:

• A driving history that meets the City’s risk management and insurance eligibility requirements
• No disqualifying driving offenses within the past three (3) years, including but not limited to:
  • Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Physical Control
  • Reckless driving
  • Hit-and-run
  • Vehicular assault or vehicular homicide
  • Driving with a suspended, revoked, or invalid license
• No pattern of unsafe driving, such as multiple moving violations that would indicate unsafe operation of a motor vehicle
• Ability to successfully pass a motor vehicle record (MVR) review conducted in accordance with:
  • Washington State law
  • Federal motor vehicle safety standards (as applicable)
  • City policies and insurance requirements

A driving record will be evaluated job-relatedly and consistently, and consideration will be limited to information relevant to the duties of the position.

The examples of duties and responsibilities listed are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change based on the needs of the City and the Parks and Recreation Department.

Final candidates will receive a conditional offer of employment pending the results of a background check conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. A criminal history alone does not automatically disqualify a candidate and will be reviewed using job-related criteria.

The City is an equal opportunity employer and evaluates qualifications in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.