Recreation Program Specialist - Teen Late Night

About the Division

SPR's Recreation Division eliminates barriers through responsive, exceptional recreation services. We operate over 50 recreation facilities (community centers, teen centers, pools, school-based learning centers, environmental learning centers, boating and sailing centers) and provide opportunities for people to play, learn, and lead healthy, active lives. Our programs and events include fitness and athletics, licensed childcare and preschool, swimming and boating, youth development and job preparation, academic enrichment, and more -- including programs designed for older adults and people with disabilities, as well as grant and partnership programs designed and implemented with communities.

About the Role

Seattle Parks and Recreation is seeking to fill a part-time (0.5 FTE) benefited Late Night Recreation Program Specialist position based out of our SW Region at the South Park Community Center and High Point Community Center. The position can work more than the minimum 0.5 FTE (20 hours/week) up to a full 40hrs/week. The Late-Night Program started in 1987 at the Rainier Community Center in South Seattle and now involves multiple locations across the city. This program regularly serves teens every Friday and Saturday night until midnight in the South Park and High Point neighborhoods. The Late-Night Program also contributes to community events, hosts its own weekly programs, and engages teens and tweens in schools. This is a public-facing job with high levels of customer service and community engagement. This position supervises multiple staff, and is in charge of programming, scheduling, hiring, staffing, and purchasing. High levels of creativity, an outgoing and social attitude, and the ability to network will go very far in this role. This position is required to work nights and weekends, until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop and coordinate a specialized program of recreational activities.
• Consult with leaders and specialists to interpret programs and provide assistance and guidance.
• Assign and monitor the work of leaders, attendants and volunteers involved in providing recreational programs for special populations; some positions may supervise subordinate staff.
• Review and prepare recommendations on general policies regarding handicapped, youth, adult and senior adult recreation programs.
• Prepare budget recommendations for program area; and monitor budget expenditures as needed.
• Recommend new recreation programs; and coordinate the implementation of approved programs.
• Disseminate program information to individuals, groups and the general public; and meet with neighborhood and community groups to plan for special events and identify recreation program needs.
• Plan, organize and conduct specific recreation programs and/or activities for special population groups.
• Plan and conduct in-service training programs for subordinate and volunteer staff.
• Organize, direct and coordinate the activities of appropriate Advisory Councils.
• Arrange for the use of other facilities for recreation programs or special events; and recruit officials or instructors for programs.
• Maintain records and prepare reports on program activities, invoices, attendance forms, work orders and registration.
• Prepare press releases and other promotional materials for program; and submits to supervisor for review.
• Purchase and maintain program supplies and equipment.
• Perform other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned.

Qualifications

Requires one year experience coordinating recreation programs and a Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Recreation Administration, Physical Education or related field (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).

Skills & Experience

• Associates degree or equivalent in public service, social work, recreation, education – especially with teen populations.
• At least 2 years involvement with community-based teen programming.
• Experience in after school programming for youth and teens in schools, non-profits, or government service.
• Experience in hiring and supervising staff.
• Experience in RSJI (Race and Social Justice Initiatives) at the community level.
• Training in De-escalation techniques and trauma-informed care.

License & Certification

• Current Washington State driver's license.
• First Aid and CPR Certificate within six months of hire.
• Will be required to work evenings and weekends.

Work Environment

• Required to work outdoors in all types of weather.
• Potential exposure to hostile program participants.
• Requires long periods of standing or walking.
• Required to lift up to 50 pounds.

Pay

The full salary range for this position is $43.42 to $50.56 per hour.

Benefits

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation time, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.