Youth Employment In Parks Program Coordinator (Recreation Supervisor) - Range 12 / Non

Salary: $25.33 - $32.30 Hourly
Location : Anchorage, AK
Job Type: Regular / Full Time
Job Number: 2024-00148
Department: Parks & Recreation Department
Division: Youth Employment in Parks
Opening Date: 03/13/2024
Closing Date: 3/20/2024 11:00 PM Alaska
Job Information
Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.
This is a non-represented position (no union affiliation) and is subject to the provisions of the Personnel Rules of the Municipality of Anchorage.
DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
HOURS OF WORK: Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
LOCATION: 1600 Lidia Selkregg Lane
Example of Duties
Under general supervision, responsible for the management, maintenance, enhancement and protection of the natural and community resources in Anchorage Parks including but not limited to urban forestry, creeks and wetlands, invasive plants, soft surface trails and wildlife. Provide natural resource program and project management as well as technical expertise and grant writing. Plan, coordinate, organize and evaluate the Natural Resources Division's workload and supervise the Youth Employment in Park (YEP) program. Oversees seasonal YEP staff and coordinates projects that include trail-building, invasive species removal, park clean-ups, and urban gardening. Provides education and community outreach materials to promote environmental stewardship. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in the recreation or related field.
OR
Associate's degree in Recreation or related discipline and three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in the recreation or related field.
OR
A Bachelor's degree in Recreation or a related discipline and one (1) year of increasingly responsible experience in the recreation or related field.
All applicants must possess and/or complete:
Valid State of Alaska Driver's License at time of hire
American Red Cross First Aid Certification at time of hire
American Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification at time of hire.
PREFERENCES:
Experience working with youth.
Experience working in natural resources
Additional Important Information
If selected for hire, the applicant must be capable of frequently bending, twisting, and kneeling. Applicant must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to twenty five (25) pounds and work outdoors in inclement weather.
The Municipality Of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted background check. A background check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and dates of employment.
If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon satisfactory completion of a national criminal background investigation (AS 12.62.160) and (AS 12.62.400). Accordingly it will be necessary for the selected applicant to provide certain identification information and be fingerprinted. Fingerprint cards must be dated within 30 days from date requested. The processing fee of $48.25 plus the cost of being fingerprinted (variable), is the responsibility of the selected applicant and must be accomplished before beginning work.
If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of the applicant's Alaska driver's license and a current copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states if the Alaskan driver's license was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history.
The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the
All required certifications and licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.
Military Service Interview Preference:
Veterans or who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual's command organization and show the name, signature, title and contact information for the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
The Municipality of Anchorage is an employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.
Application Process:
Once applicants click the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the website to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal accountNOTE: The GovernmentJobs website and applicant's profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627.
For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Employee Relations Department at (907) 343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Alaska Time.
The MOA is an EO and AA employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.
For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at (907) 343-4571
The Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees that may include:
Health / Medical Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Audio
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Health and Dependent Care
• Health Savings Accounts

Retirement:

• State of Alaska Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Program
• 401(k) and 457 Savings Plans

Employer Paid Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Leave Plan
• 13 Paid Holidays

For an overview of our medical benefit package go to
01
Which of the following best describes your level of education?

• None / Less than High School
• High School Diploma / GED / Equivalent
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher

02
How many years of experience do you have of increasingly responsible experience in the recreation or related field?

• None,5 years or more
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years or more

03
Describe the experience you referenced for the above question and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History support your response.
04
Do you currently possess a valid State of Alaska driver's license OR have the ability to obtain one by the time of hire?

• Yes
• No

05
Do you currently possess a valid American Red Cross First Aid Certification OR have the ability to obtain one by the time of hire?

• Yes
• No

06
Do you currently possess a valid American Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification OR have the ability to obtain one by the time of hire?

• Yes
• No

Required Question