Youth Program Specialist

Salary: $19.00 - $20.00 Hourly
Location : Bloomington, MN
Job Type: Temporary Seasonal
Job Number: 2024-ProgSpec
Department: Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: 12/19/2023
Closing Date: 1/31/2024 11:59 AM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: NU
Primary Objective
Assist in the implementation, coordination, and supervision of recreation programming for Summer Adventure Playgrounds programs and Mobile Recreation, under the supervision of the Recreation Supervisor and work direction of Program Coordinator(s). Provide activities and on-site leadership of staff and teen volunteers at various sites.
Examples of Duties

• Provide a safe, fun and appropriate experience for all participants.
• Attends and participates in staff training and weekly meetings.
• Participate in, assist in facilitating, and provide leadership at staff orientation sessions.
• Plans, organizes and directs arts and crafts activities at all assigned program sites on a rotational basis.
• Plans, organizes and directs sports and outdoor activities at all assigned program sites on a rotational basis.
• Provide work direction, mentorship, and training to teen volunteers.
• Provide assistance to other Program Specialists and leadership team as needed.
• Provide input for staff evaluations.
• Assist in planning summer programming as directed.
• Teach and promote respect for park facilities and care of program equipment and supplies.
• Plans and prepares weekly site schedule and calendar of activities and written post-season evaluation of program and recommendations for next season
• Responsible for all preparation, submitting and reviewing all reports required on participants, staff, incidents and property damage.
• Provides support as needed for all participants and staff to create an inclusive environment onsite.
• Works as a team member to ensure the program's compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Minnesota Human Rights Act.
• Follows staff policies and procedures.
• Ensures that all staff and program participants follow the policies and procedures.
• Perform special assignments and other work as assigned by Program Coordinators.
• Complete all other duties as assigned by Recreation Supervisor.
• Adhere to and enforce state health guidelines.

Minimum/Desirable Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

1. Must be 18 years of age or older
2. Must be available the entire season from June 10 - August 9 (Monday-Friday), with limited time off requests.
3. Must be able to attend leadership training and assist in facilitating/preparing for staff training June 12 - 14 and complete online training.
4. Must successfully pass a Criminal and Driving Background Check.
5. Must have experience working with children/teens.
6. Currently certified in First Aid/CPR/AED, or have ability to obtain.

Desirable Qualifications:

1. Supervisory and/or Leadership experience, particularly with teens.
2. One or more years of college and experience working in community recreation or education programs.
3. Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
4. Willingness to learn about and support people with disabilities as they participate fully in City sponsored Parks and Recreation programs.
5. Ability to plan and conduct arts and crafts or sports and other recreational activities with preschool, elementary, and junior high age youth; knowledge and skills in leading activities.
6. Ability to serve as a positive role model who can serve as a mentor to teen volunteers.
7. A creative mind and assertive personality to plan, lead and implement activities.
8. Knowledge and understanding of child behavior, experience in recreation and an ability to relate with and supervise children successfully.

Supplemental Information
Seasonal position with 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday, June - August. No programming July 1-5.
BONUS INCENTIVESCommitment Bonus- A seasonal employee who works until at least August 11th will receive $100 bonus.
Referral Bonus- A seasonal employee who refers a new seasonal employee will receive $100 bonus on their final paycheck. Referral paperwork required within one week of employees start date and both employees must be employed for the entirety of the scheduled season to be eligible.
The City of Bloomington is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applicants who are black, indigenous or persons of color are encouraged to apply. We also encourage women, veterans, members of the LGBTQIA community, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
Ongoing Part-Time employees who are employed for more than 6 months will make contributions to the pension program (PERA) through payroll deductions unless they qualify for one of the exemptions. In addition, Part-Time may receive Paid-time Off (PTO) at rate outlined in employee handbook and eligable for paid parental leave after 6 months of employment.
Temporary/Seasonal employees do not receive benefits outside of Paid-time Off (PTO) at rate outlined in employee handbook.
01
Please select your FIRST choice out of the position(s) for which you would like to apply:

• Program Specialist - Volunteers
• Program Specialist - Sports
• Program Specialist - Arts and Crafts

02
Please select your SECOND choice out of the position(s) for which you would like to apply:

• Program Specialist - Volunteers
• Program Specialist - Sports
• Program Specialist - Arts and Crafts
• No Second Choice

03
Please select your THIRD choice out of the position(s) for which you would like to apply:

• Program Specialist - Volunteers
• Program Specialist - Sports
• Program Specialist - Arts and Crafts
• No Third Choice

04
Are you staff applying for a position which you previously held within the last 2 years? (Returning to your same position)

• Yes
• No

05
Will you be at least 18 years old by the time the program begins?

• Yes
• No

06
How many years of experience do you have working with in a recreation setting?

• No experience
• 1 to 6 months
• 7 to 11 months
• 1 to 2 years
• 3+ years

07
Please describe years of experience working in an recreation setting.
08
How many years of experience do you have supervising staff?

• No experience
• 1 to 11 months
• 1 to 2 years
• 3+ years

09
Please describe your experiences supervising staff.
10
How many years experience do you have working with people with disabilities?

• No experience
• 1 to 11 months
• 1 to 2 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 5+ years

11
Please describe your experience working with people with disabilities.
12
Will you have or will you be able to obtain current certifications in American Red Cross CPR/AED and First Aid that will be valid the entire duration of the season?

• Yes
• No

13
Are you able to work the entire season, June 20 - August 12?

• Yes
• No

14
If you answered no to the previous question, please list the dates you are unable to work.
15
If hired, do you understand you are required to attend all training on June 13-17 and complete online training modules?

• Yes
• No

16
Do you have any post-secondary course work in Recreation, Sports & Leisure, Education, Therapeutic Recreation, or related field?

• Yes
• No

17
If answered yes to the previous question, please describe your post-secondary education.
Required Question