Jetty Program Facilitator - Seasonal Day Laborer

Jetty Program Facilitator - Seasonal Day Laborer

Salary

$25.00 Hourly

Location

Everett, WA

Job Type

Day Laborer

Job Number

L26003

Department

Parks DLs and Instructors

Opening Date

04/01/2026

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Nature of Work

Jetty Program Facilitator

SEASONAL DAY LABORER

(6-month position May - September 2023)

$25.00/hr.

This anticipated start date is May 2025.

The City of Everett Parks Department is currently accepting applications for a Jetty Program Facilitator. This employment will not exceed six months in duration. It is mandatory that the employee in this position contribute to the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System. . This contribution is refundable upon request at the completion of employment. These positions are not provided with City of Everett benefits.

Days and hours: This position is 40 hours per week and requires days, evenings, weekends, and flexible shifts.

NATURE OF WORK

This is a leadership position performing a variety of duties that are necessary to provide a safe environment and excellent experience for program participants, including planning and onsite management of several specialized programs, including Jetty Island, creating, and implementing educational programs. Jetty Program Facilitator will interact frequently with the public and other seasonal staff, often at short notice to provide quick/efficient problem solving as needed. Other duties may include assisting with special events, leading trips, or tours. Work is performed closely with, and under the general supervision of, the Recreation Supervisor, although actual work assignments and review may be exercised by higher-level park personnel. The DLI may Lead other seasonal employees in day-to-day tasks and assign staff schedules. Many duties are performed independently to conform to prescribed standards. The work includes responsibility for safe operation of vehicles, adherence to policies and regulations related to programs.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK

The employee's primary role is to plan and provide onsite leadership for summer day camps and outdoor education programs for youth. The employee may drive and lead participants during trips, tours, and classes. The employee may process registrations, answer telephones, work with computers/computer programs including the inputting of data into the recreation registration software system.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

The following knowledge, skills, and abilities are considered critical to successful performance in this position:

• Risk management
• Enjoys working with children, adults, and seniors.
• Experience with day camps in a supervisory or lead position to include both staff and participants.
• Leadership experience in outdoor skills such as nature walks, camping, boating and survival.
• Ability to operate a variety of vehicles including but not limited to: Boats and All-Terrain Vehicles.
• Knowledge of recreation programming in a multi-faceted recreation department or organization.
• Knowledge of science and environmental education in a recreation setting.
• Experience creating and leading outdoor recreation/education activities and programs.
• Excellent listening, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word computer programs.
• Train, supervise, and evaluate day laborers.
• Ability to plan, organize, and guide the work activities of others.
• Proactively address potential employee issues.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability and willingness to make effective decisions on the fly.
• Ability and willingness to establish and maintain effective working relations with supervisors, coworkers, and the public.
• Ability and willingness to support diversity and multi-cultural understanding in the workplace.
• Ability and willingness to maintain a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
• Ability and willingness to be punctual and dependable.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible schedules, including, but not limited to, weekends and holidays.
• Ability and willingness to work safely and in compliance with city policies and standards.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• BA or AA with emphasis in Recreation or Education; OR any combination of training and experience sufficient to provide the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• 2 years' experience working with recreation programs, special event or other programs with children and adults.
• Current certification or the ability to obtain within 1 (one) month of hire First Aid/CPR/AED training.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain prior to employment, a valid Washington State Driver's License.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain prior to employment, a Washington State Boater Education Card
• Submission to a comprehensive background check.
• Prior to employment, must submit a motor vehicle driving record abstract.
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds.
• Must be 21-years or older on start date.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Application materials may be accessed via http://www.everettwa.gov/careers. Completed applications must be submitted through the City's online application system to be considered.

Position Opens: April 1, 2026

Open until filled

L26003

Day Laborer positions are not entitled to any benefits (including, but not limited to, vacation, sick leave, or insurance), except as required by applicable law or collective bargaining agreement.

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Please describe your proficiency with operating vehicles including vans, boats, and all-terrain vehicles; be specific on number of years and types of vehicles.

02

Tell us your experience in developing outdoor education protocols, planning, and executing activities. Please specify ages of participants and duration of experience.

03

What is your experience with organizing special events, be specific with your role and size of the event?

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What does risk management mean to you, please use examples of incorporating risk management into your work?

Required Question

Employer City of Everett

Address 2930 Wetmore Ave

Suite 5

Everett, Washington, 98201

Phone 425.257.8767

Website http://www.everettwa.gov