Recreation Staff - Youth Programs

Recreation Staff - Youth Programs

Salary

$17.13 - $19.32 Hourly

Location

Parks and Recreation: 910 9th St. SE, Auburn, WA

Job Type

Variable-Hour

Department

Parks, Arts & Recreation

Division

Parks Recreation

Opening Date

09/21/2026

Closing Date

10/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

VHNP

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Position Details

This is a temporary position. The employee is responsible for supervision of a program, and assists in specificprogram planning and in the training and supervision of other program staff and volunteers.

EXAMPLES OF POSSIBLE PROGRAMS:

• Facility Attendant
• Specialized Recreation
• Preschool Program
• Day Camp (Youth & Teen)
• Birthday Party Packages
• Parents Night Out
• After School Program
• Late Night Program
• Special Events

Primary Duties

Recreational programs, camps, and events such as Preschool Programs, Late Nights, Specialized Recreation, School Break Camps, 1-Day Events, etc.

• Provide on-site leadership.
• Works courteously and effectively with participants, public officials, citizens, contractors, supervisor, and other employees, both in person and over the telephone; assisting them with a wide variety of information pertaining to City and department.
• Assists in developing, and follows, specific lesson or program plans.
• Oversees the facility while program is being conducted.
• Provides program and staff performance feedback to supervisor.
• Assists in the training, and supervises program staff and volunteers while on program site.
• Deals with disruptive behavior in a positive manner.
• Follows written and verbal instructions.
• Keeps program supplies and equipment in a safe and clean condition.
• Enforces department rules and regulations.
• Works evenings and weekends in support of program events.
• Effectively represents the department with program participants and the public.
• Attends training sessions required by the department.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills.
• Regular, reliable and punctual attendance
• May perform miscellaneous basic office tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old for Recreation Assistant and 18 years old for Recreation Leader.
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends.
• Must be able to pass background check.
• First Aid and CPR certification may be required.
• Previous experience in recreation programming and supervision preferred.

Additional Information

COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION

Team Auburn values a wide range of perspectives and life experiences and believes our strength comes from the diversity of people and ideas. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals who will help us foster a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and service to the community.

The City of Auburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

To learn more about the Inclusive Auburn initiative, please visit:

https://www.auburnwa.gov/InclusiveAuburn

READY TO APPLY?

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, or would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, please contact Human Resources.

COMMUNICATION FROM THE CITY OF AUBURN

We primarily communicate via e-mail during the recruitment process. E-mails from auburnwa.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders.

This is a non-benefited position.

Temporary positions are not eligible to receive City benefits; however, WA Paid Sick Leave (WPSL) is issued at 0.025 hours for each hour worked (equaling one (1) hour for every 40 hours worked), as required by law.

Employees in this classification may be eligible for WA State Paid Family Medical Leave dependent upon their qualifications and work history in WA State. Please see https://paidleave.wa.gov/ for more information.

Employees in this classification may also be eligible for PERS contributions, dependent upon their hours of work each month and their length of service. This is noted on the job announcement itself if it will apply to this position.

Please send any questions to humanresources@auburnwa.gov regarding clarifications or questions about eligibility for any of the above.

01

Are you at least 16 years of age?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

03

Please describe the age and number of youth which you have worked, and the kinds of programs you worked with, such as leadership, sports, crafts, recreation, games, etc. If none, write N/A.

04

Please describe any volunteer experience you have which would be applicable to this position such as through non-profit organizations, college, or other affiliations. If none, write N/A.

05

Do you have a current First Aid Certification?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you possess a current CPR certification?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have your Food Handlers permit?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Auburn

Address 25 West Main Street

Auburn, Washington, 98001

Phone 253-931-3040

Website http://www.auburnwa.gov