The City of Greensboro exists to partner with the community to build the desired quality of life for Greensboro. All of our actions are guided by our commitment to and measured by our success in building public trust and the future we and the community desires.

Critical to our success is maintaining a work environment which fosters employee commitment to public service and making a difference in the lives of our residents.

If this sounds like a purpose that you would like to share in, please consider the opportunity below.

Work Schedule:School Year: 2-6 pm and Teacher Workdays; Summer Camp: up to 40 hours per week (Ability to work as scheduled from August through June) This position is limited to a maximum of 1,000 hours in a 52-week calendar year and does not guarantee that the person hired for this position will work the maximum of 1,000 hours

The Greensboro Parks and Recreation Department is a nationally accredited department and four-time National Gold Medal Award winner for Parks and Recreation Excellence. We are committed to enhancing our department's existing assets; expanding our offerings through strengthening partnerships and creating transformational programs; and connecting communities with a vibrant, healthy, and equitable park system. We are seeking talented and enthusiastic individuals, with positive attitudes, strong work ethic, and passion for making a difference in Greensboro

We are currently seeking qualified candidates as an After School Counselor-Craft Recreation Center. Under the direct supervision of the Center Supervisor, the counselor is responsible for overall day-to-day group programming, along with direct supervision and management of the children in the Afterschool Program. Must be able to relate to school-age children (ages 5-12), and conduct age-appropriate organized activities.

Responsibilities and duties will include:

• Exemplify the City of Greensboro’s Core Values (Honesty, Integrity, Respect, Stewardship)
• Assist children with homework
• Supervises a group of approximately 15 children between the ages of 5-12
• Facilitate both formal and informal play activities
• Assist in creating daily and weekly schedules
• Provides emergency response as per training when necessary
• Collects data for daily reports and maintains program records and reports
• Assist with set-up and breakdown of activities and cleaning of program area
• Maintains positive and appropriate relations with children, parents, staff, etc.
• Attends and participates in program activities, staff meetings, staff trainings, etc.
• Provides exceptional customer service
• Drive van for field trip outings
• Assist the Recreation Center Supervisor where needed

The selected applicant must possess great communication skills to ensure the highest level of customer service, have knowledge of safe work practices, ability to comprehend and follow oral and written instructions and have the ability to be trained in RecTrac (registration software). The physical requirements of the job include but are not limited to: walking, standing, sitting for extended times, jogging, running and jumping for the purposes of instructing/leading recreation programs, lifting up to 30lbs and operating assigned equipment and vehicles as needed. Must have reliable means of transportation.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma / GED
• Valid Driver's License and reliable means of transportation
• Prior experience working with school-aged children
• Current First Aid and CPR certification (“OR” ability to obtain within 6 months of hire)
• Prior computer experience using Word and Excel software programs
• Ability to work as scheduled from August through June

An Ideal Candidate Would Also Possess (Preferred Qualifications):

• Associate’s Degree or higher in education or a related field
• Prior experience with recreation management software
• Bilingual