What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Summer Camp- Multiple Positions Available! position at City of Auburn?
CITY OF AUBURN COMMUNITY CENTER
The Community Center within our Parks & Recreation Department is looking to hire multiple Recreation Leader I and Recreation Assistants for our summer camp programs. Summer camp programs run from June 20, 2025 - August 22, 2025.
- Enforce Community & Event Center and REC Teen Center rules
- Be a positive role model
- Engage youth ages 6-11 in various activities
- Belay on Rock Wall
- Provide direction and discipline when necessary
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, youth and their families
- Assist with Before/After Care
- Assist with Programs
- Other tasks as assigned
Rec Leader I
- Provide on-site leadership for a recreational program, such as the Late-Night Program, After School Programs, Day Camp site, specialized recreation, etc.
- Works courteously and effectively with participants, public officials, citizens, contractors, vendors, developers, 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.
Recreation Assistant
- Must be at least 16 years of age.
- Possess and retain a valid state driver's license without impending loss at time of appointment.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain a valid CPR and First Aid certificate within three (3) weeks of appointment.
- Possession of a King County Public Health Department Food Handler's Permit may be required within one (1) month of employment as a condition of work.
- Must be available to work on July 4, 2025.
Rec Leader I
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- At least one year or summer season of prior experience in recreation or a related field, through work or education.
- Possess and retain a valid state driver's license without impending loss at time of appointment.
- Possess or have the ability to obtain a valid CPR and First Aid certificate within three (3) weeks of appointment.
- Possession of a King County Public Health Department Food Handler's Permit may be required within one (1) month of employment as a condition of work.
- Must be available to work on July 4, 2025.
The City of Auburn is dedicated to building an inclusive, informed city, with opportunities for all. Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application. You must meet the minimum qualifications to move forward in the screening process.
If identified as a top candidate, a thorough background check, as well as reference check and driving abstract review, will be required before an official position appointment will be offered.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION
Team Auburn values diverse perspectives and life experiences and welcomes applications from people who will help us consistently demonstrate the values of equity, respect, and partnership. The department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including Black, Indigenous, and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, and veterans. Individuals interested in joining our team must be committed to racial, social, and economic equality for ALL people in our 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
Salary : $17 - $19
