Job Description

Ready to Start Your Career with the City of Temple?

Senior Youth Leader, under the supervision of a Recreation Specialist and Program Coordinator, will lead and supervise Afterschool participants, and other various recreational activities. This is a seasonal position. Must be available to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays and help in other divisions as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Ensures the safety and well-being of program participants
• Supervises children aged 5-13 in various indoor and outdoor settings, adapting to different weather conditions
• Develops, leads, and supervises at assigned recreation programs/activities, after school sites, recreation centers, rental facilities, and events for participants of all ages
• Serves meals and snacks to program participants as needed
• Leads and supervises assigned Youth Leader team
• Develops and implements lesson plans for children ages 5-13 in areas of recreation, adventure, education, and enrichment
• Provides exceptional service without exception; effectively communicates with children, parents, co-workers, and other City employees
• Receives money, records registration, and membership information
• Performs facility attendant duties for recreation centers and rental facilities
• Oversees inventory and property management.
• Performs daily tasks to include cleaning, answering phones, and general office related tasks
• Maintains essential records, prepares reports as required; to include but not limited to participation reports, usage reports, accident reports, and work orders
• Follows City policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications
• Completion of two (2) years of high school
• Equivalent of one season working in a childcare environment (one (1) school year)

Preferred Qualifications
• One (1) year experience working in a related field
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Certificates and Licenses
• Valid driver’s license
• CPR and First aid or able to attain within 90 days
• Food handler license or able to attain within 90 days

Thank you for your interest in the position. Please note only those selected for an interview will be contacted.