| Location | Juneau, AK |
Youth Development Leader PTL (Shéiyi X_aat Hít Youth Shelter)
Salary
$23.42 Hourly
Location
Juneau
Job Type
Part-Time Limited
Job Number
202601023
Department
Parks & Recreation
Division
Sheiyi Xaat Hit
Opening Date
10/14/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
Position Number
216166 / 216168 / 216169 /216170
Bargaining Unit
Unrepresented
Pay Range
10
Hours Per Week
15
Telework Availability
Not Available
Description
Zach Gordon Youth Services is looking for qualified individuals to fill our Youth Development Leader positions at Shéiyi X_aat Hít Youth Shelter.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
An ideal candidate for this position is someone who enjoys teens and middle school aged youth and who is willing to meet youth where they are at and not give up on them. We are looking for someone who has and understands healthy boundaries when working with vulnerable populations. We are looking for someone who understands and is willing to continue to learn how childhood trauma impacts the lifespan and how systemic inequities and historical trauma impact our community today. We are looking for someone who is calm in a crisis and can problem solve. Strong communication and empathy skills are a must!
THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM
The ZGYC team is a fun group! The workplace is flexible and creative. We encourage trying new things and laughing a lot. Our values are wellness, connection, and growth and we do our best to embrace these in all areas of our workplace. We have fun and we are also dedicated and care deeply about our community.
WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION
This is a part-time limited (PTL) position working up to 15 hours a week. PTL YDL I's may work any variety of shifts that support a 24-hour facility. Shifts can range from a few hours a day, to two 8 hour shifts a week. This position will work a combination of hours on Sunday's and Monday's, with available hours on additional days.
Typical Responsibilities
Youth Development Leaders are responsible for day-to-day supervision of youth in the shelter. You will wake youth up and cook breakfast. You will set the tone for the day and help youth start their day off on a good foot!
Responsibilities include cooking meals, light housekeeping, helping incoming youth with paperwork and getting settled, and providing supportive counseling. You may drive youth to appointments and/or to school. You will help youth develop life skills and support them in talking through options when they have difficult decisions to make. You will make note of progress or areas where youth may be really struggling and share this with the team. You will also do data entry and file paperwork. Your work on this shift supports the work of the other two shifts of the day as well.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Graduation from high school or the equivalent;
AND
Any combination of work experience or post-secondary education totaling three (3) months in any field.
Substitute: One course from an accredited college in a human related field may substitute for experience. A secondary degree in any field will also substitute for experience.
License or certifications:
A valid drivers license at time of appointment and for continued employment.
First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of appointment
Other:
Shelter Position Requirements: Not less than 21 years of age at time of appointment.
Note For Shelter Positions:
Under Alaska Statute 12.62.400 (9) Appointment to this position is offered conditionally, pending the results of a National Criminal History report through the FBI. Applicants must submit their fingerprints to continue in the hiring approval process. The applicant will receive a copy of the report of findings and may dispute within 5 (five) days of receiving them. Human Resources evaluates the results to ensure the applicant does not have any convictions that result in a direct nexus to the primary duties involving supervising minors. Applicants who materially misrepresent any information provided in the employment process will be excluded from further consideration or may be dismissed if already employed.
Supplemental Information
HIRING MANAGER CONTACT INFO
Hiring Manager: Jorden Nigro and Forrest Clough
Phone Number: 907.586.0456 or 907.364.7481
Email: jorden.nigro@juneau.gov; forrest.clough@juneau.gov
This recruitment is being used to collect applications for a Part-Time Limited Youth Development Leader for the Parks and Recreation Department.
In accordance with 2 PR 010, Part-Time Limited positions may be non-competitive and are not subject to public announcement.
This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to sixty (60) days after the original recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.
Please read the below information carefully to ensure your application submission meets all submittal requirements.
Education
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your education in your application, and you may be required to provide transcripts.
Work Experience
If you are using work experience to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your work experience in the application.
If your application does not support minimum qualifications, you may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
Application Assistance
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For applicant password assistance, please visit:
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EEO Statement
The City & Borough of Juneau complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call (907) 586-5250 or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973, or correspond with the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at employment@juneau.gov or 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801. The City and Borough of Juneau is an equal opportunity employer.
Careers with the City & Borough of Juneau offer Many Benefits
The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the City & Borough of Juneau. Actual benefits received may differ based on position type and will be prorated for other than full time work.
Incumbents of Part-time Limited, Eaglecrest Limited, Short-term Temporary, Emergency and Intern positions are not eligible for the benefits described below.
Insurance Benefits
Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
No cost employee only plan available
Employer paid Basic Life insurance--$10,000 for employee, spouse & dependents
Additional optional coverage available
Travel protection & financial services offered as part of the Life Insurance coverage
Optional group-based insurance premiums for
Term life with Accidental Death and Dismemberment (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
Short-term Disability
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Pet Insurance
Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
Employees are eligible for an employer funded Dependent Care Account (DCA) up to $5000.00 following 1 year of actively working.
Retirement Benefits
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program, depending on your date of hire
Option to enroll in the City & Borough of Juneau's Deferred Compensation Program with MissionSquare
Employer match available for participating PERS Tier IV employees
Note: The Defined Contribution Plan & Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options
For more information on health, retirement and optional benefits for eligible employees visit: Benefits - City and Borough of Juneau
Paid Leave and Holidays
Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
21 days of PL within first year of employment
Personal leave includes Sick leave
Thirteen paid holidays a year
Six weeks Paid Parental Leave (to eligible employees)
Employee Wellness Program
The Employee Wellness Program assists employees in making choices that support their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. The program provides:
For more information on the Employee Wellness Program visit Wellness Program - City and Borough of Juneau.
Additional Perks
Employer City & Borough of Juneau
Address 155 Heritage Way
Juneau, Alaska, 99801
Phone 907-586-5250
Website http://Juneau.gov