PARCS Youth Programming Coordinator (Part-Time)

(Parks, After School, Recreation, and Community Services Department) SALARY: Salary Range B REPORTS TO: PARCS Director DEFINITION To plan, coordinate, and implement comprehensive youth programming including after-school programs, summer camps, and educational enrichment activities; to monitor expenditures for youth programs and to assist in the day-to-day operations of youth-focused community center activities.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from the PARCS Director. May provide guidance and coordination to hourly program staff, volunteers, and contracted instructors working with youth programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS

Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Program Development and Implementation:

1. Plan, coordinate, and implement after-school programs.
2. Develop and oversee summer camp programs that utilize community center facilities including basketball court, indoor soccer field, weight room, and private programming rooms.
3. Create age-appropriate educational and recreational activities that support academic achievement and youth development goals.
4. Coordinate specialized programming such as arts and crafts, sports instruction, and life skills workshops.

Facility and Safety Management:

5. Oversee safe and appropriate use of community center spaces during youth programming hours, ensuring proper supervision ratios and safety protocols.
6. Manage program equipment, supplies, and materials specific to youth activities, including educational resources, sports equipment, and arts supplies.
7. Ensure all youth programming areas meet safety standards and age-appropriate guidelines.

Administrative and Communication Duties:

8. Maintain accurate records of program participation, activities, and outcomes for reporting to the PARCS Director.
9. Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding program schedules, activities, and student progress.
10. Assist with registration processes, program marketing, and community outreach for youth services.
11. Prepare program reports and recommendations for continuous improvement.
12. Perform related duties as assigned to support department goals and youth programming objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Child development principles and age-appropriate programming
• Youth recreation activities, sports, and educational programming
• Basic principles of classroom and group management
• Safety protocols and procedures for youth programming
• Basic computer applications and record-keeping systems

Ability to:

• Plan and implement engaging educational and recreational activities for children
• Supervise and ensure safety of children in various activity settings
• Communicate effectively with children, parents, staff, and community members
• Work flexible hours including after-school, summer, and some weekend programming
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
• Adapt programming to meet diverse learning styles and needs
• Work both independently and as part of a collaborative team

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Two years of experience working with children in educational, recreational, or youth development settings. Experience with after-school programming desirable but not required.

Training:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate's degree in education, child development, recreation, or related field preferred. First Aid/CPR certification required or must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental Conditions:

Work primarily in community center facility with occasional outdoor activities. Regular interaction with children, parents, school personnel, and community members. Some evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required.

Physical Conditions:

Position requires physical stamina to actively participate in youth activities; ability to lift up to 30 pounds of program materials; manual dexterity for activity setup and supervision; vision and hearing adequate for child supervision and safety; mobility to move throughout community center facility; ability to sit, stand, walk, and engage in physical activities with children. Position is part-time. ALL FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE A VALID CONTACT TELEPHONE. EMPLOYEES SHALL WORK HARMONIOUSLY WITH ALL CITY EMPLOYEES. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Child development principles and age-appropriate programming
• Youth recreation activities, sports, and educational programming
• Basic principles of classroom and group management
• Safety protocols and procedures for youth programming
• Basic computer applications and record-keeping systems

Ability to:

• Plan and implement engaging educational and recreational activities for children
• Supervise and ensure safety of children in various activity settings
• Communicate effectively with children, parents, staff, and community members
• Work flexible hours including after-school, summer, and some weekend programming
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
• Adapt programming to meet diverse learning styles and needs
• Work both independently and as part of a collaborative team Special Requirements

Experience:

Two years of experience working with children in educational, recreational, or youth development settings. Experience with after-school programming desirable but not required.

Training:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate's degree in education, child development, recreation, or related field preferred. First Aid/CPR certification required or must be obtained within 90 days of hire.