Playground Leader - Summer 2024

Salary: $14.00 - $16.00 Hourly
Location : City of Dubuque, IA
Job Type: Temporary
Job Number: 591534001-TEMP-12282023
Department: Parks and Recreation (Leisure Services)
Division: Recreation
Opening Date: 12/28/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: NA
Position Summary
JOB SUMMARY: Conduct recreation activities with groups; organize and promote activities, such as arts and crafts, sports, games, music, dramatics, social recreation, and hobbies, taking into account the needs and interests of individual members.
The successful candidate will possess a demonstrated ability to follow a management style that is input oriented and values equity, problem solving and the development of partnerships; a demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team; and a desire to be part of an organization that values service, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation and teamwork.
Job Duties

• Attend pre-season program trainings and meetings; ongoing trainings and meetings throughout the season.
• Assist those with special personal care needs.
• Model positive behaviors.
• Enforce rules, ordinances and regulations; organizational policies and procedures; health and safety protocols; and accident reporting procedures.
• Promote products, services, and programs.
• Organize inclusive daily recreational activities and events; facility and supplies.
• Gather information in order to provide services to clients.
• Administer first aid.
• Demonstrate activity techniques and equipment use.
• Greet customers, patrons, or visitors.
• Communicate with Program Coordinator, management or other staff to resolve problems and situations.
• Contact Park Rangers and EMS for assistance or due to an emergency.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services which includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Service Orientation - Looking for ways to help people.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in an outdoor setting under extreme weather conditions including heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 16 years of age.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working with children of all ages and abilities.
• Knowledge of diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in education.

Supplemental Information
SUPERVISORY STATUS: Functional
WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in an outdoor setting under extreme weather conditions including heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt
Our Commitment to You
We are committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City of Dubuque values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Not Applicable
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Age requirement (16):

• I verify that I am 16 years of age or older.
• I will not be at least 16 years of age or older by the position start date.

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