Youth Development Worker (Summer/Seasonal)

Ongoing Recruitment for Part-Time, Seasonal (Summer) and Temporary Applicant Pool

Applicant pool candidates will be considered for any available openings by applying online at www.stpete.org/jobs. Returning Summer Staff or candidates interested in working for a specific Summer Program should contact the applicable Recreation Center for detailed application instructions.

This is recreation and Youth Development work in monitoring activities, planning programs, and maintaining Parks and Recreation facilities in a safe and efficient manner. Work involves actively engaging youth in positive character building and Youth Development activities while providing leadership and instruction in games, sports, crafts, and other programs and activities. Work requires the use of sound judgment when setting task priorities and responding to participants needs; the ability to work effectively with minimal supervision; and strong initiative to independently achieve objectives and carry out activities in accordance with established policies, regulations, and procedures.

Pay Rate:$16.81 – $24.11 Hourly

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Minimum Qualifications. Applicants must:

• Possess a valid high school diploma or GED equivalency.

• Have some knowledge of methods involved in conducting and supervising recreation activities.

• Be able to resolve interpersonal disputes with firmness and impartiality.

• Be able to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

• Successfully meet the State of Florida good moral character and Level II background screening standards (Florida State Statutes 435.01-435.06).

• Successfully complete required Childcare Licensing Training Courses within established timeframe.

Desirable Qualifications. Preferred applicants:

• Have some experience serving the public, including some experience interacting tactfully with participants and their families to explain rules and procedures, and to encourage cooperation.

• Have some experience in planning and conducting organized Youth Development and recreational programs and activities.

• Have some knowledge of popular recreational activities, including games and sports.

• Have some knowledge of the philosophy and objectives of Youth Development practices.

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

For purposes of employment, re-employment, promotion, transfer or demotion, the most qualified applicants will be selected to continue in the hiring process. At this point, any prior criminal records will be verified. A prior criminal record will not necessarily disqualify a selected applicant from employment.

The City of St. Petersburg is committed to a Drug Free Workplace and compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug testing rules. Applicants may be required to successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and/or medical exams.