What are the responsibilities and job description for the Playground Leader position at City of Richfield, MN?
Under general direction of the Playground Coordinator, provides a wide range of recreation activities and fun outdoor opportunities for children ages 6 – 12. Develops, prepares and implements weekly theme-based activity plans which stimulate growth, development and self-fulfillment of the individual participants.
HOURS
27 weekday hours: Monday – Thursday. June 9 through August 1, 2025.
Orientation: June 9 – 12. No program on June 19 and June 30 - July 4, 2025.
This is a seasonal position and is therefore temporary in nature. Position ends at the end of the season.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Ensures safety precautions are taken on the playground at all times.
- Administers first aid for minor injuries sustained on the playground.
- Cooperates and assists in the preparation and implementation of special events.
- Prepares necessary forms and reports (accident, attendance, property damage).
- Assumes direct responsibility of turning in all written forms and materials to Supervisor, as required.
- Requisitions, receives, issues and oversees the use of equipment and materials.
- Cares for and maintains equipment, materials and facilities.
- Attends and participates in all orientation, planning and staff meetings.
- Uses previous playground experiences in aiding fellow staff members.
- Performs light maintenance duties as assigned, including but not limited to cleaning park buildings, restrooms and picking up litter around the buildings or grounds.
- Participates in efforts to ensure Richfield is an equitable, inclusive and respectful organization and supports the City’s mission, vision and core values.
COMPETENCIES
- Ability to work and communicate with a wide variety of people and ages.
- Ability to be creative and spontaneous, enthusiastic and flexible.
- Ability to use insight and forethought regarding a Playground Leader’s role.
- Ability to arrive at work on time.
- Demonstrates ability to understand and respect the diversity of customers and co-workers, effectively communicating with individuals whose first language may be one other than English.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 16 years of age or older.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- At least one year experience working with children.
- Fluency in Spanish, Somali, Vietnamese or other non-English language prevalent in the City of Richfield
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands that are described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Must have the ability to:
- Maintain physical condition necessary for moderate to heavy outdoor physical activity such as standing, walking, running, kneeling, sitting, crouching, twisting, pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, squatting, lifting materials and supplies ranging from 20-75 lbs.
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL/EQUITABLE OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/MFD
The City of Richfield is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee, job applicant, or contractor on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age, marital status, genetics, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, familial status, or membership on a local human rights commission.
This statement applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Salary : $16 - $18
