What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Youth Recreation Instructor III position at City of Hillsboro Oregon?
The City of Hillsboro is accepting complete applications and resumes to be a Lead Youth Recreation Instructor! This is a vital role in designing and delivering engaging recreational programs for youth during no school days, parents' night out events, youth camps, and general recreation classes. Your leadership will inspire participants to develop new skills, build friendships, and have fun! This position will be housed at Hidden Creek Community Center and is eligible to work 20 – 29 hours per week with benefits.
This is a great opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of youth in our community! This role allows you to share your passion for recreation and creativity while fostering personal growth and teamwork among participants. You’ll enjoy a dynamic work environment filled with fun, where each day brings new challenges and opportunities to inspire. If you’re looking to combine your love for working with youth with meaningful and engaging recreational programs, this job is for you! Join us in creating memorable experiences that shape the next generation.
Current and Upcoming Projects:
This position will be the Lead Instructor coordinating the Camp Creek Summer Camp Program and will be expected to be on-site in the facility during Camp days. Camp Creek is scheduled to run from June 23, 2025 - August 14, 2025, from Monday - Thursday, 9 am - 4 pm.
Classification Description
Plans, organizes, and coordinates structured recreational classes and activities for participants of all ages; performs directly related work as required.
The principal function of an employee in this class is to plan, organize, and coordinate the implementation of structured recreational classes and activities. The work is performed under the supervision and direction of an assigned supervisor, but some leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgement and initiative. This class performs lead worker duties over assigned subordinate recreation personnel. This class is distinguished from the class of Recreation Instructor II by additional responsibility involved in recreational program planning and coordination. The nature of the work performed requires that an employee in this class establish and maintain effective working relationships with the assigned supervisor, other City employees, program participants, and the general public. The principal duties of this class are performed in a recreational facility. This is a non-exempt position.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Is passionate about youth development and recreation.
- Strong leadership and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication skills to engage with children, parents, and staff.
- Creativity in designing engaging and age-appropriate activities for various youth groups.
- Ability to adapt programming to meet diverse needs, including special needs and varying age groups.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet during program implementation.
- Understanding of safety regulations, child development principles and behavior management techniques.
- Create and implement age-appropriate activities and lessons for a variety of youth programs including No School Day Programs, Youth Camps, and general Youth Recreation Classes.
- Research, propose and develop new youth recreation programs.
- Lead and supervise program participants, ensuring a safe, positive, and inclusive environment.
- Work closely with other instructors and staff to coordinate programs and share best practices.
- Maintain clear communication with parents and guardians regarding program details, schedules and participant needs.
- Enforce safety protocols and program guidelines to ensure the well-being of all participants.
- Collect feedback from participants and parents to continuously improve program offerings.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED; and
- 3 years preferred experience in youth recreation, education, some experience in a child development, pre-school, or day care related field; or
- Any combination of experience and training which provides the equivalent scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.
- Ability to attend work on a regular, predictable basis as scheduled.
NOTE: The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.
Additional Information
Bilingual incentive pay available
Preference may be given to candidates who are bilingual in Spanish/English and bilingualism is our ideal as opportunities for community engagement abound. Employees who can demonstrate the ability to speak Spanish, or any language spoken by over ten percent (10%) of City residents as documented by the most recent U.S. Census, at a proficiency level determined by a fluency test administered by the City, will receive a monthly premium of three percent (3%) of their regular base pay.
Positions that are considered safety sensitive, including working with children, may be subject to a drug screen before being hired. The City of Hillsboro is a Drug Free Organization that tests for schedule one drugs which includes marijuana.
