Youth Recreation Lead

Youth Recreation Lead

Salary

$22.73 - $31.36 Hourly

Location

Crossroads Comm Ctr, 16000 NE 10th St, Bellevue, WA

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

26-00282

Department

Parks and Community Services

Division

PCS Recreation Entrprse YSports

Opening Date

09/16/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NONAFF

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Come Join the City of Bellevue!

Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the "Hiring Process" section below to learn more.

New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.

Job Summary

The City of Bellevue is seeking a positive, energetic, and reliable Youth Recreation Lead to deliver youth recreation and sports programs for ages 5-13 at Bellevue community sites and parks. In this enhanced lead role, the individual provides direction and support to program staff, ensures high-quality youth engagement, and leads the coordination of recreation and sports activities. Responsibilities include facilitating structured youth programs, supervising participants, supporting customer service and facility operations, and leading sports instruction in basketball, soccer, flag football, and other recreation games.

This lead position typically works 15-20 hours per week during afternoons, evenings, and select weekends, balancing duties as a Youth Sports Lead Coach and Recreation Assistant 3 at Crossroads Community Center. Common coaching locations include Crossroads Community Center, Robinswood Park, Tyee Community Gym, and Lake Hills Park or Tillicum Middle School between 3:30pm and 7:00pm.

For those interested in summer opportunities, the role may expand to leading a variety of recreation and sports camps for youth ages 7-13. Summer counselors supervise and guide children through full-day camp activities-including games, sports, water activities, and field trips, while maintaining a safe, inclusive environment. Seasonal full-time counselors work between 20-40 hours per week during the summer months, with schedules ranging from 7:30am to 6:00pm at Tyee Middle School.

City Council Vision Statement: Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past.

Bellevue Parks & Community Services Vision: In Bellevue everyone can connect to each other and to nature through experiences that help them to live, grow, and thrive.

Bellevue Parks & Community Services Mission: We build a healthy community through an integrated system of exceptional parks, natural areas, recreation, arts and culture, and a broad base of community services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, oversee, and implement parks, recreation, and community services programs,
• including Youth Sports activities and events.
• Lead daily Youth Sports program operations such as preparation, expectations, check-in,
• team-building, and indoor/outdoor games.
• Supervise youth participants; provide instruction, coaching, and positive engagement.
• Coach youth basketball and/or soccer teams, including leading practices and games.
• Design, implement, and facilitate program activities and events.
• Assist with program setup, preparation, and takedown.
• Ensure adherence to program and facility rules, policies, and safety standards.
• Inventory, maintain, and properly store equipment to ensure participant and property
• safety.
• Continuously adapt programs to enhance participant experience and encourage ongoing
• involvement.
• Lead and oversee the work of partially-benefitted city staff and volunteers.
• Greet and assist customers; provide program and facility information.
• Support CivicRec registrations and account maintenance.
• Answer and route phone calls and emails.
• Handle transactions accurately and prepare deposits.
• Maintain inventory for multiple program areas.
• Report damage, incidents, and injuries using proper forms.
• Assist with emergency situations.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in assigned activity or program or in the general parks, recreation and community services field.
• Comfortable working with diverse youth and teen populations.
• High school diploma or GED; college level course work preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• First Aid/CPR required for summer camp assignments.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong understanding of youth sports fundamentals, programming, and group management.
• Skillfully develops/plans structured games that motivate participants and enhance learning youth and engagement.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively with staff; leading program operations across multiple settings.
• Ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to work in loud, multifunctional environments.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk, talk, hear, and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 40 pounds.
• Work may be physically strenuous.
• Indoor and outdoor work environments depending on season.

Supplemental Information

This is a variable, non-exempt, non-union position.

Definition of a Variable Employee:

• Average weekly hours cannot be determined at date of hire.
• Hours may vary from week to week and are anticipated to be 28 hours per week or less.
• NOTE: Will be considered full-time and eligible for medical coverage if hours average 30 hours per week or more over a 12-month measurement period (or 130 hours per month).

HIRING PROCESS

The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably, the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name, address, and other demographics. To help us, please complete the online application form as fully as possible.

• Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
• We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage, unless otherwise stated in the job description.
• Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions require the completion of references checks, including at least one prior supervisor.
• Some positions may require completion of a criminal background check prior to start employment
• Some positions may require obtaining a commercial drivers license (CDL), licensures, or additional certifications.

At the City of Bellevue, youll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions, our interactions, and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service, Stewardship, Commitment to Employees, Integrity, Innovation, and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. Youll work in an environment that is innovative, collaborative, future focused, and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. Its what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work, live, and explore.

Have we piqued your interest yet? Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or recruiting@bellevuewa.gov. If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.

The City of Bellevue participates in the E-Verify program. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/IER_RightToWorkPoster.pdf

https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RighttoWorkPosterES.pdf

For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627.

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Seasonal, part-time, and variable employees have no benefits except for mandatory participation in the retirement plan assigned to the position, which will be the Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (MEBT II) retirement plan or the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement plan, and any other benefits as required by law.

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APPLICANT NOTICE: Your answers below will be used to review this application. The experience listed here MUST match the work history provided in your application. If your answers do not align, you may edit your application before submitting. Please note, it is not acceptable to use "See Resume" or "See Above" in your answers below and we do not accept resumes as a substitute for a completed application.

• I confirm that the information provided here is consistent with my application.
• I do not agree with the statements above.

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All new hires will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The city is not able to sponsor work visas. Please confirm work authorization.

• Yes, I have current US work authorization.
• No, I do not have current US work authorization.

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Are you at least 18 years old?

• Yes
• No

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This is a part-time position with 15-20 hours per week during afternoons, evenings, and select weekends. Are you looking for part-time job working 15-20hours per week?

• Yes
• No

05

This position requires regular availability to work the following schedule. Please select all shifts you are able to work.

• Monday 3:30-7pm
• Tuesday 3:30-7pm
• Wednesday 3:30-7pm
• Thursday 3:30-7pm
• Saturday 7:45am-8:15pm (Shifts are typically 5 hours)
• Sunday 7:45am-8:15pm (Shifts are typically 5 hours)
• None of the above

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How many years of prior experience in program or in the general parks, recreation and community services field do you have?

• Less that 1 years of experience
• 1-2 years of experience
• 2-3 years of experience
• More than 3 years of experience
• No related experience

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Tell me about your experience working with elementary and/or middle school aged youth?

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Please share your experience with sports - as a staff, volunteer, and/or participant?

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Please describe your customer service experience.

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Employer City of Bellevue

Address PO Box 90012

Bellevue, Washington, 98009

Website http://www.bellevuewa.gov/