Summer Program Team Leader - Summer in the Park

Salary

$17.85 Hourly

Location

City of Eagan

Job Type

Seasonal/Temporary

Job Number

202501283

Department

Parks and Recreation

Division

Recreation

Opening Date

04/21/2025

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Job Description

Summer Program Team Leader

Summer 2025

Pay: $17.85 per hour

Part-Time, Monday - Thursday

Seasonal, Not Benefit Eligible

Join the City of Eagan as a Summer Program Team Leader for Summer in the Park!

If you’re passionate about creating unforgettable experiences for children and fostering a sense of community, this is the perfect opportunity for you. You’ll lead exciting summer activities, work alongside a dedicated team, and ensure a safe and fun environment for our diverse youth. With a supportive team and a focus on fun, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to connect with youth and contribute to their growth.

Your summer of fun starts now - Apply today!

VIEW OUR FLYER to learn more about summer programs.

Required Staff Trainings And Events

• Open House/Staff Welcome: Wednesday, May 21, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
• Onsite Training: June 9 - 11
• Programs run June 16 through August 15
  
  

This position is open until filled.

Can’t work the whole summer?

That's okay – please still apply and let’s chat! We want staff to have some flexibility to take on other adventures throughout the summer while still serving our community’s needs.

A Few Things To Keep In Mind

• All staff are expected to be a part of mandatory staff training on June 9-11.
• Hiring preference is given to staff who can commit to more weeks of the full summer. Please share dates you may or will need off before or during your interview.
• Most leadership positions require a full season commitment.
  
  

Essential Position Functions

• Lead a great team of summer program staff
• Plan, lead, and supervise summer activities for children and youth
• Work with all kids to promote learning and fun in a safe environment
• Organize the set up and take down of program materials and equipment
• Request supplies and materials as needed
• Recognize and respond to opportunities for problem solving in the group and with individual campers
• Answer questions and provide information to parents, camp partners, and members of the public
• Keep supervisor informed of any concerns related to the program
• Get to know your campers, play with them, and have fun!
• Administer basic first aid as needed –training provided!
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Job seekers should be 18 years of age or older -OR- have one (1) year of experience in Eagan Parks & Recreation
• Valid Driver’s License
• Possess the strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers and program implementation
  
  

Things that may help you be successful in this role

• Previous experience with a Parks and Recreation agency or related field/setting
• CPR and First Aid Certifications
• One year of college coursework in recreation, education, event planning, or closely related field
• Previous experience in youth programs/camps
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting
• Knowledge of Eagan Parks & Recreation Department and its programs
  
  

Supervision

• The Team Lead will be supervised by the Recreation Supervisor and be provided work direction from the Recreation Programmer(s) and Recreation Specialist(s). Team Lead will be responsible for work direction of other seasonal staff, leaders in training teen volunteers and program participants.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• While performing duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk and hear.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, run, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distant vision, color vision and peripheral vision.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Working conditions may include daytime, evening, weekend and holiday hours both indoors and outdoors.
• Outdoor weather conditions may include sun, rain, wind, humidity, high and low temperatures, snow and other natural weather conditions.
  
  

This position is not eligible for benefits.

As a public employee with the City of Eagan, you may become eligible to participate in the Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). For more information on MN PERA pension or to determine eligibility, visit https://mnpera.org/.

If you are a retiree currently receiving PERA pension payments, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@eaganmn.gov.

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I understand that information about this job, including the scheduling of interviews will be sent via email. Please provide a current email address to ensure timely communication. Please list the email you'd like communications sent to:

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Please list any pre-planned absences you have this summer between May 21 and August 15 (NA if none):

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Are you 18 years of age or older -OR- do you have at least 1 year of experience with Eagan Parks and Recreation?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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If you are a current City of Eagan employee, please list your job title and supervisor's name.

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How many years of college coursework have you completed in recreation, education, social services, arts, or a closely related field?

• No Experience
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years (completed degree)
  
  

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Please list all degrees received as well as the name, location, and course of study of all colleges, universities, and technical/vocational schools attended (NA if none).

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How many years of experience do you have working in a youth program setting?

• No Experience
• 1-2 years
• 3-4 years
• 5 years
  
  

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How many years of experience do you have working with the City of Eagan's Parks and Recreation Department?

• No Experience
• 1-2 years
• 3-4 years
• 5 years
  
  

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Do you have current CPR and First Aid Certifications?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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Are you able to communicate fluently in a non-English language?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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Please list any non-English languages you are fluent in.

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Employer City of Eagan

Address 3830 Pilot Knob Rd

Eagan, Minnesota, 55122

Phone 651-675-5000

Website https://www.cityofeagan.com