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SalaryThe City of Renton is recruiting for Recreation Leader positions to join our Renton Summer Day Camp program! As a Recreation Leader 1, 2 or 3 you will assist the Recreation Program Coordinator and other City staff with planning, preparing, and implementing theme-based activities for youth ranging in age from 6-14 years old. Activities include field trips, special events, crafts, music, games, STEM instruction and sports. This position is also responsible for the set-up, take down, security and general cleaning of the facility.
This position may be located at Highlands Neighborhood Center, Renton Community Center, and North Highlands Neighborhood Center.
This position may be located at Highlands Neighborhood Center, Renton Community Center, and North Highlands Neighborhood Center.
Hourly Rate:
Recreation Leader 1: $16.50 per hour
Recreation Leader 2: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour
Recreation Leader 3: $22.00 – $26.00 per hour
- Placement and rate of pay is dependent on years of experience and qualifications.
HOURS: The hours and schedule for this position vary and may be from 10-40 hours per week.
SUPERVISION:
Reports To:Recreation Leader 3, Recreation Program Coordinator and/or Designee
Supervises: Recreation Leader 2 and 3 levels perform lead
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provide care, safety, and supervision of program participants; attend and supervise children during field trips and events.
- Assist with preparing activities and events.
- Implement, lead and/or assist with daily activities in a variety of areas.
- Report all problems and concerns to Recreation Coordinator and/or Recreation management as appropriate.
- Complete incident reports immediately and communicate any incidents with Recreation Coordinator and/or Recreation management as appropriate.
- Maintain positive relationships and constant communication with Recreation staff, participants and parents.
- Assist staff in other recreational programs and events as assigned.
- Attend all staff meetings and trainings.
- Be prepared to provide first aid needs as they may occur.
- Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance; work flexible evening hours as needed for open house and information nights.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Recreation Leader 1:
- Minimum 16 years of age.
- Successful passing of a required background check.
- Volunteer experience related to recreation preferred.
Recreation Leader 2:
- Minimum 17 years of age.
- Minimum of 1-3 years of previous work, or volunteer, experience in recreation, teaching or Day Camp environment required.
- Successful passing a required background check.
- Some positions may require a valid Driver's License and successful passing of a required driving record check.
Recreation Leader 3:
- At least 18 years of age, some positions may require at least 21 years of age.
- 4 – 8 years of previous work, or volunteer, experience related to the designated or assigned recreation program required.
- Successful passing of a required background check.
- Some positions may require a valid Driver's License and successful passing of a required driving record check.
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:
- Demonstrate knowledge of safety guidelines and practices.
- Skill in overseeing and leading the work of others.
- Ability to handle conflict and solve problems using tact, patience, and courtesy.
- Ability to navigate emergency situations.
- Work with diverse groups of people in a tactful, effective, and respectful manner.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, the community and program participants.
- Follow instructions, both written and verbal.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Lift or move items weighing up to 50 pounds on occasion.
- Driving to offsite locations to perform essential functions for some positions.
- Move throughout City facilities and buildings,
- Operate a computer and other office equipment.
- Communicate with City employees and residents.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Work is performed indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Noise level is moderately loud.
Approved reasonable accommodation requests will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Selection Procedure
The City of Renton embraces a diverse and inclusive workforce and prides itself on promoting collaboration and teamwork in a positive environment while providing high quality services to the community. For more information about the City of Renton, please visit the following website: Why Renton?
The City has adopted an anonymous application process that prevents hiring managers from seeing personal identifiers, including candidates’ names, addresses, and other similar information. This eliminates the possibility of unintentional or implicit bias during the screening of applications. For that reason, you will not have the ability to attach any documents to your application, including a cover letter or resume. Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application.
The City has adopted an anonymous application process that prevents hiring managers from seeing personal identifiers, including candidates’ names, addresses, and other similar information. This eliminates the possibility of unintentional or implicit bias during the screening of applications. For that reason, you will not have the ability to attach any documents to your application, including a cover letter or resume. Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application.
Recruitment Process:
The screening process will include a review of minimum qualifications and applicants selected for an interview will be contacted by the hiring manager via email and/or phone. At minimum, this position will be subject to a standard criminal background check. Some positions may require driving and also be subject to a driving record check from the WA State Dept of Licensing (or other state equivalent). Driving records will be evaluated based on a points system depending on the infraction and severity.
Communication from the City of Renton:
E-mails from rentonwa.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders.
This position accrues sick leave, but is not eligible for the City's benefit programs.
