Playground Lead Staff

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Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Part-time Seasonal, non-exempt, not benefit eligible

The Parks & Recreation Department is seeking motivated & creative adults with experience in coordinating, implementing, and supervising activities for children ages 4 - 12 years old. Applicants should have experience, knowledge, skills, and a definite interest in planning and conducting low organized games, sports, contests, arts and crafts, and special events for elementary and middle school-age children at a playground park site.

Work hours will be Monday – Friday, daytime hours up to 30.5 hours/week. No nights or weekends, other than a few special event opportunities (see dates below under Important Program Dates).

Job Summary

In this job you will:

• Plan and lead a variety of daily and weekly activities for children.
• Plan, organize and implement special events throughout the summer.
• Maintain appropriate safety measures for program participants.
• Anticipate the needs of children and parents and are willing to help within the parameters of this position.
• Maintain a notable visual presence during shifts.
• When necessary, communicate program policies and expectations to students and/or parents to ensure a high level of safety and service at all times.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform these essential functions

Why Work as a Playground Lead?

• Valuable work experience enhancing transferable skills such as communication, leadership, problem solving, adaptability, and organization.
• Ideal position for teachers and other professions on summer break.
• Resume builder for those interested in a career in Parks & Recreation, Education, etc.
• Spend your summers outside working to make a difference in the youth of Spring Lake Park.
• No evenings or weekend hours!
• Spring Lake Park - Parks and Recreation Swag (t-shirt, hat, bag)

Under the direction of the Parks & Recreation Director and Recreation Supervisor, the Playground Lead position will enhance the quality of life for all residents and foster individual and community in all aspects of physical, mental, social and environmental through recreational opportunities.

Qualifications

What is needed to apply for this job?

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, reach, pull, stretch, climb, and move for the duration of shift.
• Must be able to participate in indoor and outdoor activities.
• Must be able to work professionally and calmly in an environment which may have heightened noise and stress.
• Must be able to work in warm and humid outdoor conditions.

You may be a great fit if you have:

• Degree or attending college in childhood education, teacher education, or a related field.
• One (1) or more years of experience working or volunteering with children and youth. Examples could include babysitting, VBS teacher or volunteer, youth sports coach, etc.
• Participated in activities, sports, clubs, or other groups
• Ability to display courtesy, patience, and friendliness
• CPR/First Aid training

Important Program Dates

• Staff Preparation & Planning Dates: June 9 - 13
• Programs Dates: Monday, June 17 - Friday, August 15
• Staff closing & Inventory Dates: Saturday, August 16
• Tower Days: June 5, 7 - 8

*All Able Park programs are closed on June 19 & July 4 (no staff on duty).

City Expectations

We are a service organization. We take pride in what we do. We cultivate a supportive, encouraging and productive culture with a strong customer focus. We promote wellness and plan work/life balance into our goals. We value differences and foster inclusion. We achieve success by exhibiting our core values: collaboration, innovation, integrity, performance and relationships.

Position Specific Expectations

Communication: Able to convey a message to get a point across; communicates in a clear and concise manner; able to write clearly and succinctly; tailors’ message to a variety of communication settings and styles.

Attention to Detail: Able to find errors in work and solve problems; anticipates issues and performs at a high level of accuracy; sets up systems to ensure errors are not repeated.

Accountability: Follows through on commitments; focuses on appropriate tasks throughout the shift; takes responsibilities for actions both as an individual and on behalf of the organization; actions and words are in sync; follows all policies and procedures; maintains confidentiality; is prepared and punctual to all scheduled shifts.

Sound Judgment: Able to make a decision based on the right mixture of facts; determines a course of action after weighing and analyzing different options.

City of Spring Lake Park Employment Process

The City of Spring Lake Park conducts a Criminal history pre-employment check for this position.

All final candidates must successfully complete and pass the City's evaluation of the pre-employment process before their first day of employment with the City.

The City of Spring Lake Park proudly adheres to the Minnesota Earned Sick and Safe Time Law, ensuring our team members have access to essential benefits for a healthier work-life balance.