Position Summary
Brooklyn Park Recreation and Parks Department is looking for highly motivated, team-oriented and enthusiastic individuals who have a desire to make difference in youth programs to help increase participation and eliminate barriers. Youth programs for youth 5 – 12 years old. A Recreation Specialist is responsible for assisting with the implementation of youth mobile recreation and outreach programs and will work under the general supervision of the Recreation Program Supervisor and Youth Programs Specialist.
A Recreation Specialist will assist with implementing youth, teen mobile recreation, special events in the community, supervision of participants and staff and outreach opportunities in the community. We are looking for team members who enjoy being outside, working in a fast-paced environment, interacting with youth, and teens. As a team member of the Recreation and Parks team you will work together to develop innovative programs focused on quality partnerships and achieving successful results.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
* Engage youth in sports, arts, science, literacy, nature, team building and events
* Engage existing and potential community partners in youth programs
* Implement, plan, and evaluate recreational activities for youth under 13 years old
* Implement programs at various special events in the City of Brooklyn Park
* Assist in supervision of youth program locations and participants
* See full job posting<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.governmentjobs.com%2Fcareers%2Fbrooklynparkmn%2Fjobs%2F4822289%2Frecreation-specialist-youth-programs-zanewood-recreation-center%3Fpage%3D2%26pagetype%3DjobOpportunitiesJobs&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7C7c78e85481994349d95908dd63440d1d%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638775866115681574%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=gwZW8UYPqDzuQHaJCbKrQfaqFDj094CIcm4%2FZJxqnIM%3D&reserved=0> for more details
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience
18 years of age or older
Additional Information
Department/Division:
Recreation and Parks Department/Zanewood Recreation Center
Anticipated Work Schedule:
This is a seasonal non-benefited position; may work up to 39 hrs. per week; work shifts will primarily be between Monday – Friday 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. and may include some evenings, and some weekends. Summer Hours - Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and may include some evenings, and some weekends.
Anticipated Hiring Wage: $15.39 starting wage with no experience. With additional desired qualifications, pay is up to $24.40 per hour, depending on qualifications
Online applications accepted through the City of Brooklyn Park website until filled - www.brooklynpark.org/jobs<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.brooklynpark.org%2Fjobs&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7C7c78e85481994349d95908dd63440d1d%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638775866115701511%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=WMxyKhRS7wRj3n2h3aXpFNazJV5OttsV%2BY6eJ8mUC%2FU%3D&reserved=0>.
City of Brooklyn Park
Position Summary
Brooklyn Park Recreation and Parks Department is looking for highly motivated, team-oriented and enthusiastic individuals who have a desire to make difference in youth programs to help increase participation and eliminate barriers. Youth programs for youth 5 – 12 years old. A Recreation Specialist is responsible for assisting with the implementation of youth mobile recreation and outreach programs and will work under the general supervision of the Recreation Program Supervisor and Youth Programs Specialist.
A Recreation Specialist will assist with implementing youth, teen mobile recreation, special events in the community, supervision of participants and staff and outreach opportunities in the community. We are looking for team members who enjoy being outside, working in a fast-paced environment, interacting with youth, and teens. As a team member of the Recreation and Parks team you will work together to develop innovative programs focused on quality partnerships and achieving successful results.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Engage youth in sports, arts, science, literacy, nature, team building and events
- Engage existing and potential community partners in youth programs
- Implement, plan, and evaluate recreational activities for youth under 13 years old
- Implement programs at various special events in the City of Brooklyn Park
- Assist in supervision of youth program locations and participants
- See full job posting for more details
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience
18 years of age or older
Additional Information
Department/Division:
Recreation and Parks Department/Zanewood Recreation Center
Anticipated Work Schedule:
This is a seasonal non-benefited position; may work up to 39 hrs. per week; work shifts will primarily be between Monday – Friday 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. and may include some evenings, and some weekends. Summer Hours - Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and may include some evenings, and some weekends.
Anticipated Hiring Wage: $15.39 starting wage with no experience. With additional desired qualifications, pay is up to $24.40 per hour, depending on qualifications
Online applications accepted through the City of Brooklyn Park website until filled - www.brooklynpark.org/jobs.
City of Brooklyn Park
