Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $21.00 - $23.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Paid holidays
Job Description
The City of Green Bay Parks, Recreation, & Forestry Department is dedicated to enhancing community well-being by offering a variety of recreational programs and activities for all ages. Known for its commitment to fostering a healthy, active lifestyle among residents, the department manages numerous playgrounds, parks, and special events that promote social interaction, physical activity, and family engagement. The department plays a vital role in the community by providing safe, well-organized programs designed to appeal to diverse groups, ensuring that everyone has access to quality recreational experiences throughout the year.
This role of Summer Playground Program Director is instrumenta... Show More
This role of Summer Playground Program Director is instrumenta... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- high school diploma or equivalent
- completion of at least two semesters of post high school education
- minimum of 3 to 5 years of supervisory experience
- experience in recreation programming and working with children preferred
- valid Wisconsin driver's license and good driving record
- ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds
- ability to perform frequent sitting, walking, standing, bending, twisting, squatting, crouching, and kneeling
- ability to occasionally climb, push, and pull
- ability to work in varied environmental conditions
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- completion of at least two semesters of post high school education at a technical college or university
- minimum of 3 to 5 years of supervisory experience
- experience in recreation programming and working with children preferred
- valid Wisconsin driver's license and good driving record
- comprehensive knowledge of recreation and playground programming
- knowledge of City policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
- skill in developing and implementing programming for various age groups and abilities
- ability to plan, organize, direct and instruct programs, staff, and participants
- effective oral and written communication skills
- ability to work effectively as part of a team
- capability to maintain a positive public image and attitude
- ability to perform work with distractions and meet deadlines
- ability to work required hours of the position
Job Duties
- Directs a complete summer playground program
- assumes responsibility of the program in the absence of the Recreation Supervisor
- visits playgrounds as frequently as schedule permits
- handles questions and concerns from playground personnel
- critiques special events as assigned
- coordinates and directs special activities and events
- assigns job duties to employees, trains employees, secures equipment, coordinates events, and completes records and forms
- assists in planning for future programming and recommends program changes
- completes staff evaluations, tracks payroll hours, and handles payroll forms
- enforces staff dress code and discipline, prepares documentation of incidents
- coordinates and directs City-wide activities
- responds to public concerns and complaints
- follows City and department policies and philosophies
- performs other assigned duties
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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