Playground Program Director

Salary: $18.57 Hourly
Location : Chanhassen, MN
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 2024-02
Department: Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: 01/08/2024
Closing Date: 1/29/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
The City of Chanhassen's Playground Program Director is responsible for the management, supervision, coordination, and evaluation of the Summer Discovery Playground Program and Lake Ann Adventure Camps. This position is an integral part of the Parks & Recreation team and manages the day-to-day operations of both programs with a high degree of independence. The Playground Program Director is responsible for the training, supervision, and evaluation of 12 seasonal camp staff.
Responsibilities

1. Staff Training. Under the supervision of the Recreation Manager, develop and lead initial season training for 12 seasonal camp staff. Plan and conduct weekly staff meetings, check-ins, special program/event trainings, and coach individual staff members as needed.
2. Staff Supervision & Evaluation. Directly supervise 12 seasonal camp staff. Provide schedules, approve vacation requests, provide feedback, and conduct mid-season and end-of-season evaluations.
3. Communication with Parents & Guardians. Communicate daily and weekly with parents of the Summer Discovery Playground Program (450 youth participants) and Lake Ann Adventure Camp (240 youth participants). Respond to parent inquiries, send weekly newsletters, communicate relevant program information, and provide excellent customer service.
4. Program Logistics. Manage supply requests and purchasing, oversee program budgets, supervise curriculum development and implementation, and document & track daily incident reports.
5. Program Evaluation. Evaluate current program offerings and curriculum and provide recommendations for future improvements.
6. Special Events. Provide special event training and supervision for seasonal staff members at the annual 4th of July Celebration. Assist Parks & Recreation Intern in event logistics and management.

The Playground Program Director works primarily Monday-Friday, 30-40 hours per week.
This position will run from late May to mid-August.
Required Qualifications

• Current college major or graduate study in the field of Park & Leisure Studies, Elementary Education, or related field is preferred, but not required.
• Must have excellent customer service skills.
• MUST be able to work July 3-4, along with some other evenings and weekends.

Desired Qualifications
Prior experience working with youth programs or youth program administration.
This position is not benefit eligible.
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Are you available to work July 2-4?

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Do you have previous experience working with children, youth, and/or in recreation? If yes, please give a summary of your experience.
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Please describe any previous supervisory or leadership roles you have held. Include a description of your specific responsibilities.
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What assets would you bring to the City of Chanhassen?
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Why would you like to work with Chanhassen Parks and Recreation?
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