Program Specialist

Program Specialist JobID: 933 Position Type: Parks and Recreation Line EmployeesDate Posted: 9/30/2026Location: Parks and Recreation Offices Additional Information: Show/HideVernon Parks and RecreationTITLE: Program SpecialistReports to: Recreation Supervisor of Parks & RecreationPay Rate: $19.9403 - $20.4792/ hour - Part time with no benefits JOB SUMMARY This position is for one Friday evening per month, beginning October 30, to supervise middle school students in a variety of structured activities and unstructured free time from 6:30pm 9:30pm. Additional staff training and meeting may be required. Program Specialists report directly to the Program Director and are under the general supervision of the Recreation Supervisor. The Teen Center is open one Friday each month. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Supervises program participants in their assigned areaIdentify and respond appropriately to potential risks to health and safety of program participants or staffIdentify and respond to inappropriate or unsafe behaviors from program participantsWalk-through the building or outdoor area to ensure there are no safety hazards (wet floor, tripping hazards, etc).Make sure building is clean and orderly and perform light custodial duties as neededParticipate with program in games and activities that will enhance the general well-being of participants OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS Enforce the program and facility rules equally for all participantsDiscipline as necessary being firm, professional and fairEnsure the noise level does not become excessiveIn the event of an accident, preform care and follow all Town of Vernon procedures/protocolsPreform cleanup procedures as designatedPerform responsible building security upon closureAdheres to and enforces all Town and departmental policies and procedures.Performs related work as requiredAttend required staff meetings and special events KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS General knowledge of principles and practices of recreational programmingFamiliarity with the developmental needs of children ages 11 - 14Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writingAbility to deal effectively with the communityStrong leadership skillsMust be flexible, energetic, patient, and empathetic to participants' needs and interests. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL EFFORT/ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS Able to lift light objects up to 20 pounds.Able to perform moderately difficult manipulative skills such as writing and typing.Able to perform tasks which require hand eye coordination such as demonstrating a specific leisure skill.Able to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods.Able to hear normal sounds with some background noise.Able to concentrate on moderate detail with constant interruption.Needs to attend to task/function for 25 40 minutesAble to remember multiple tasks/assignments given to self and others during the course of the day.Exposure to blood, body tissues or fluids, seasonal conditions in outside weather, and to loud or unpleasant noises. JOB QUALIFICATIONS18 years of age or olderAttend mandatory training session in CPR, First Aid, Blood Borne Pathogens and overall departmental policies(The above description is illustrative. It is not intended as a guide for personnel actions and must not be taken as a complete itemizing of all facets of any job.)