What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Program Lead - Older Adult Programs position at City of Bellevue, WA?
Salary : $21.60 - $29.81 Hourly
Location : Bellevue, WA
Job Type : Part-Time
Job Number : 24-00322
Department : Parks and Community Services
Division : PCS Recreation NBCC
Opening Date : 11 / 06 / 2024
Closing Date : Continuous
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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.
Job Summary
The North Bellevue Community Center (NBCC) is looking for a program leader for Older Adult (55 ) recreation programs. This position is responsible for leading a variety of recreation activities with the purpose of building community and creating opportunities for social connection. This position will oversee several existing programs and will also assist with new program design under the supervision of the community services coordinator.
Pay Range : $21.60 - $29.81 hourly
Hours : 24 hours per week, working hours generally between 9 - 5 pm M - F
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Leading and organizing weekly social activity
Assisting with NBCC events
Leading and organizing various craft and educational programs
Community building and social engagement with older adults
Developing new programs and activities
Driving a 15-passenger van for trips and tours throughout King County
Coordinating with outside contractors / instructors for recreation activities
Some general assistance with community center tasks such as setting up rooms, taking program registration, making coffee, light cleaning, etc.
Some assistance with data collection for grant reporting related to older adult programs
Qualifications
Available on weekdays between 9 and 5 pm
Experience facilitating group recreation activities or experience in education, tourism, or recreation
Experience working with older adults is preferred.
Ability to communicate and work well with others from a diverse range of generational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds.
Comfortable driving large vehicles or willing to learn how to drive our 15 - passenger bus. Training will be provided regardless of skill level. CDL not required.
Must have a current Washington State driver's license and good driving record.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to work with cash and make change.
General computer skills
Ability to enforce facility rules, policies, guidelines, and safety standards.
CPR and first aid certification will be required upon hiring and will be provided by the City of Bellevue.
Able to pass a background check.
Enjoys working in a social environment
Supplemental Information
Physical Demands
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work may periodically require the employee to ascend or descend ladders, stairs, ramps, and elevated grounds; as well as to traverse or move around to access and monitor equipment, and indoor and outdoor spaces.
Vision abilities required by this job may include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee may be required to transport, position, install, and / or move objects up to 25 pounds in most positions and in some positions the requirement may involve heavier objects.
Job environment may be indoors and / or outdoors and may involve working in inclement weather.
Hours may vary and may occasionally require weekends and evenings.
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.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
At the City of Bellevue, you'll 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. You'll 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. It's 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 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.
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For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627.
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.
Are you available for weekday, shifts between 9 and 5 pm?
Are you interested in part time work, around 24 hours per week?
Are you at least 21 years of age?
Are you proficient with basic computer / Microsoft office skills?
Briefly describe your professional experience with recreation programing, event planning, teaching, or a similar skillset.
Do you have experience working with older adults? Please describe.
Are you comfortable driving or learning to drive a 15-passenger van in and around King County? (driver training will be provided regardless of experience). Please describe any experience you have with driving large vehicles or transportation services.
Required Question
Salary : $22 - $30
