Summary
Looking for an exciting and rewarding way to spend your summer? Look no further!
King County Teen Program is seeking enthusiastic and responsible youth to join our team as Summer Aides to support our 8-10 week Summer Recreation Program.
About the Role:
As a Summer Recreation Aide, you will work closely with a Program Leader to supervise groups of children and teens in a variety of fun and engaging recreational activities. You’ll be part of our front-line staff and have the opportunity to teach activities like games, arts and crafts, athletics, and special events, all while gaining valuable experience in leadership, teamwork, and communication.
While not always working under direct supervision, you’ll receive frequent inspections and reviews from a supervisor to ensure you’re doing your best work.
All successful candidates will be required to complete a background check prior to employment.
Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young people in your community while having a blast this summer!
Apply now to become a Summer Recreation Aide!
About the Team:
The White Center Recreation Office and the Teen Program supports and enhances active recreation opportunities to underserved and under resourced communities. The team works directly with youth and families to develop partnerships and meet the needs of participants.
Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice:
King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a Summer Aide, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity.
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Job Duties
What You Will Be Doing:
- Assist in planning, organizing, implementing and monitoring youth activities.
- Interact with participants in a positive and supportive manner, providing a role model for participants.
- Be proactive in resolving conflict among youth and ensuring a safe environment.
- Enforce Recreation Program rules and King County policies and procedures.
- Represent King County Parks in a professional manner to youth, parents, school and agency personnel, and the community at large.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Qualifications You Bring:
- Working knowledge of the principles, rules, and equipment required in a variety of recreational activities.
- Skill in providing excellent customer service to a diverse customer base.
- Skill in communicating clearly and respectfully.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with other employees.
Competencies You Bring:
- Customer Focus – Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
- Communicates Effectively – Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
- Collaborates – Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Interpersonal savvy – Relating openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people.
- Values Differences – Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Required Licenses and Other Qualifications:
- Maintenance of current CPR and First Aid certifications. If necessary, help will be provided to obtain the certifications in compliance with state and local regulations.
- Must be at least 16 years of age to apply.
It Would Be Great If You Also Bring:
- Demonstrated skill in providing and following oral and written instructions.
- Ability to prepare written reports as assigned.
- Ability to respond to emergency situations that may arise.
Supplemental Information
Working Conditions:
- Work Location: Steve Cox Memorial Park, 1321 SW 102nd St, Seattle, WA 98146 and/or Skyway Park, 12010 71st Ave S, Seattle, WA 98178.
- Work Schedule: The work schedule for this position is flexible and can be varied and event-driven. This position will work approximately 15 -20 hours per week and may require weekends and late evening work. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.
- Union Representation: This position is not represented by a union.
- Physical Requirement:
- Ability to working outdoors in all types of weather as needed.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- May require lifting, bending, reaching, sitting for long periods of time.
- Ability to assist with program set-up and take-down.
Application and Selection Process:
We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews.
To apply, submit a:
- Complete Application
- Optional Resume (will be reviewed if submitted)
- Optional Cover Letter (will be reviewed if submitted)
Note: Additional documents won’t be considered during minimum qualification screening.
Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Darlene Sellers at 206-477-2104.
Discover More About the Parks Division: Visit our website and check us out at Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Flickr.
Discover More About DNRP: Visit our website, explore an interactive map of our recent accomplishments and check us out at Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and Keeping King County Green News.
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Guided by our “True North”, we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles – we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
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