Teen Outreach Leader

Salary: $24.00 Hourly
Location : Auburn, WA
Job Type: Variable-Hour
Department: Parks, Arts & Recreation
Division: Parks Recreation
Opening Date: 09/03/2024
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: TEMP
Position Details
CITY OF AUBURN TEEN CENTER
The Teen Center within our Parks & Recreation Department is looking to hire a Teen Supervisor for our teen recreation programs.
Note: This position is classified as safety-sensitive due to the nature of the work. This is a non-benefited position working up to 28 hours per week .
These positions will work out of the Teen Center in Les Gove Park and will include extensive outreach in the schools. Hours may vary, but will typically be 12:00 Noon-5:00 p.m., Monday-Friday and one Friday night per month.
The Teen Supervisor is responsible for assisting in the operation of teen program.
Primary Duties
Teen Center Supervisor
This position will assist the Teen Coordinator to ensure a quality program, including interviewing and training employees, scheduling employees, ensuring safety, overseeing day-to-day activities, and supervising children . Recreation staff have the primary responsibility of ensuring the safety of program participants.

• Assist with the daily operations and scheduling of the Teen Center (The REC).
• Assist in the leadership and development of temporary staff and volunteers.
• Assist with promotions, publicity and recruitment in schools and community.
• Liaison with local churches, libraries and community groups to recruit and retain participants.
• Work with schools and families to insure low-income student participation.
• Liaison with Auburn School District to facilitate McKinney-Vento teen participation.
• Assist in the promotion and logistics of transportation provided by Auburn School District to and from The REC.
• Assist with maintenance and updating of the The REC website and social media.
• Liaison with Facility and Recreation Coordinators for use of The REC and Community Center facilities.
• Interact with participants in a positive and supportive manner, providing a role model for participants at all times.
• Follows written and verbal instructions and provides clear verbal and written instructions to staff and supervisor.
• Deals tactfully and courteously with the public and coworkers during difficult customer service situations.
• Enforces department rules and regulations.
• Attends training sessions required by the department
• Keep accurate attendance records of program activities.
• Set up equipment for program activities and store equipment and clean facility at end of program.
• Be proactive in resolving conflict among youth and ensuring a safe environment.

Minimum Qualifications
Teen Supervisor

• Must be 21 years of age.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in recreation or related field is required.
• Occasionally may work an evening and or weekend.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• First Aid/CPR certification and Food Handlers card are required which must be obtained within 15 days of employment.
• Must possess a valid, current state driver's license with no pending risk of loss at time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications

• An undergraduate degree in Recreation Administration or equivalent

Additional Information
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
If identified as a top candidate, a thorough background check, as well as reference check and driving abstract review, will be required before an official position appointment will be offered.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION
Individuals interested in joining our team must be committed to racial, social and economic equality for ALL people. We welcome applications from people who will help us consistently demonstrate the values of equity, respect and partnership.
Team Auburn values diverse perspectives and life experiences and welcomes applications from people who will help us consistently demonstrate the values of equity, respect, and partnership. The department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including Black, Indigenous, and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, and veterans. Individuals interested in joining our team must be committed to racial, social, and economic equality for ALL people in our community.
The City of Auburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay, or other forms of compensation.
To learn more about the Inclusive Auburn initiative, please visit:

This is a non-benefited position.
Temporary positions are not eligible to receive City benefits; however, WA Paid Sick Leave (WPSL) is issued at 0.025 hours per 40 hours worked, as required by law.
Employees in this classification may be eligible for WA State Paid Family Medical Leave dependent upon their qualifications and work history in WA State. Please see for more information.
Employees in this classification may also be eligible for PERS contributions, dependent upon their hours of work each month and their length of service. This is noted on the job announcement itself if it will apply to this position.
Please send any questions to regarding clarifications or questions about eligibility for any of the above.
01
Are you 21 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

02
Please describe the kinds of recreational programs you have worked with, such as crafts, sports, leadership or recreation games; AND the age and number of children with which you have worked.
03
The beginning date for both positions is immediate and upon hiring. Are you available to begin immediately?

• Yes
• No

04
If not, what is the earliest date you are available to start work?
05
The typical hours for this position will be Monday thru Friday 1-6pm with occasional nights and weekends. Will this work for your schedule?

• Yes
• No

06
Do you have a valid Washington state driver's license with no pending risk of loss?

• Yes
• No

07
Please indicate your years of experience below in a Recreation position or related field.

• Less than 2 years
• 2-3 years
• 3-4 years
• More than 5 years

08
Do you have a degree in Recreation Administration or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

Required Question