Recreation Aide III - Summer Teen Programs

Salary : $19.42 - $20.73 Hourly

Location : Lacey, WA

Job Type : Part Time

Job Number : 2025-00007

Department : Parks, Culture & Recreation

Opening Date : 03 / 03 / 2025

BASIC PURPOSE

The Recreation Aide III is responsible for assisting in the implementation of Summer Teen Programs. The Parks and Recreation Department offers a wide array of programs for teens including day trips, overnight camps, and Adventure Camps.

Day Trips :

Depending upon the teen's age and interests, they may choose from rock climbing, skateboarding, horseback riding, white water rafting, paint ball, laser tagthe possibilities are endless.

Overnight Camps :

During the summer, several week-long overnight camping trips are offered.

Teen Adventure Camp :

This is a day camp operating Monday through Friday during the summer for approximately six weeks for teens ages 12 to 15 years old. The camp uses a local school as a base camp and then heads off for a new and exciting adventure each day. Activities include : swimming, hiking, water parks, paintball, horseback riding, kayaking, sports events, and much more! During the weeks of Teen Adventure Camp, teens will visit many different Northwest destinations.

Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis. The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time. To ensure consideration for this position, please submit your application as soon as possible.

The information contained in this announcement is subject to change without notice.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Recreation Aide III will assist with planning, developing, and coordinating the programs, as well as supervising program participants under the direction of the Program Coordinator and Recreation Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have a High School diploma or G.E.D.
• Valid Washington State Driver's License, the ability to drive a 15 passenger van safely (no special license required) and a driving record acceptable to the City and the City's insurance carrier.
• Must pass a background investigation.
• Must maintain a level of physical and mental fitness necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Verification of identity and United States work authorization must be complete as required by the Immigration and Reform and Control Act.
• Educational background in recreation, education, and / or child development.
• Previous experience in conflict management / resolution, including parent / child relationships.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Part-time positions that work less than 20 hours per week are not eligible for health insurance, other insurances, holidays, vacation, and / or other paid leave benefits provided to regular full-time positions; however, they are covered by Workers' Compensation Insurance. The City will comply with RCW 49.46.210 and WAC's 296-128-600 through 296-128-700 in providing paid sick leave to all covered employees (non-exempt).

Social Security and Federal withholding taxes will be deducted from wages.

INSTRUCTIONS : Please read the following instructions before you proceed in responding to the supplemental questions below. Answers to the supplemental questions will be evaluated by subject matter experts. You must answer each question in its entirety for it to be considered as a complete answer .Please confirm your understanding of these instructions.

Applicants must be at least 21 years of age. Are you at least 21 years of age at the time of this application?

Do you have a valid First Aid certification?

Do you have a valid CPR certification?

Do you have a valid Food Handler's certification?

Please describe your educational background in recreation, education, and / or child development.

Please describe your previous experience in planning, programming, and supervising recreational and / or educational activities for children ages 12-15 in a school, camp, or recreational setting.

Please describe your outdoor experience in camping, hiking, water sports, backpacking, and / or other outdoor activities.

Please describe your previous experience in conflict management / resolution, including parent / child relationships.

Please describe your experience teaching sports, games, arts and crafts, and cooperative group activities.

Required Question

Salary : $19 - $21