Recreation Lead - Kirkland Teen Union Building

Job Summary

The Kirkland Parks and Community Services Department is seeking Teen Recreation Leads for the Kirkland Teen Union Building. This position performs miscellaneous clerical, and registration tasks, minor maintenance and cleaning as needed. This position might collect fees, maintains records, sets up and take down equipment, tables and chairs, and may be responsible for opening and closing facilities and supervising customers when higher staff is off site. The role of the Teen Recreation Lead is to provide outstanding customer service and assist in providing operational support to recreation programs, facilities, and events within Parks and Community Services. This position may report to Program Coordinators and/or Recreation Supervisors. 

Essential Functions: 

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Engage with teens during drop-in hours
• Lead/Assist with programs, classes, and/or adventures.
• Facilities, such as Kirkland Teen Union Building and Peter Kirk Community Center.
• Events, such as festivals or special events.
• Assist with and monitor programs, adventures, activities, and events. 
• Prepare and distribute paperwork and supplies to program and event locations.
• Set up, and take down equipment for programs and events.
• Greet and assist participants, staff, and the public in person and over the phone.
• Prepare verbal and written reports for staff.
• Report safety concerns and customer feedback to staff.
• Perform miscellaneous clerical tasks.
• Perform minor maintenance and cleaning as needed.
• Perform basic computer functions and data entry.

• Good verbal, written, and telephone communication skills are required.
• Ability to interact courteously with the public to acknowledge both compliments and complaints.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated good judgement in problem solving and responding to customer needs.
• Proficiency in standard computer software, such as Microsoft Office Suite applications Word, Excel and Outlook

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: No minimum education requirements.
• Experience: 6 months working with youth.

In place of the above requirements, the incumbent may possess any combination of relevant education and experience which would demonstrate the individual’s knowledge, skill, and ability to proficiently perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above.

Licenses and Other Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to traverse at least 5 miles on trails, with a backpack
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds and use stairs.

Physical Demands and Working Environment:  Work may be performed in a variety of indoor and outdoor settings. Work settings may involve high levels of noise, many people, adverse weather conditions, uneven terrain, standing for extended periods of time, and interruptions. 

Selection Process

• Position requires a cover letter for consideration of application.  Please note how you meet minimum qualifications within the cover letter. If you are selected for next steps in the hiring process, you will be invited by phone or email.
• Applicants who are selected for next steps in the hiring process will be invited by phone or email. Job open until filled with a first review date by 15th day of initial post.  

Agency: City of Kirkland       Location Parks & Community Services - KTUB

Address: 348 Kirkland Ave Kirkland, Washington, 98033

 Phone: 425-587-3300

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Salary : $19 - $22