Teen Leader

Full Job Description

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? White Center Community Center and Skyway Communities are looking for enthusiastic and positive individuals to join us as Teen Leaders. In this role, you’ll actively supervise recreational activities and programs that inspire and engage youth, teens, and families. From teaching games, arts and crafts, athletics, and organizing special events, you’ll foster creativity and connection in a variety of settings—indoors, outdoors, and even in inclement weather. This is your chance to be on the front lines, helping to improve the quality of life for underserved communities in King County.

We are seeking 5 Teen Leaders to supervise recreation programs with teens ages 12-19 at Steve Cox Memorial Park in White Center and West Hill Community in Skyway. Work will be performed both indoors and outdoors and in inclement weather.

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 Teen Leader, 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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Requirements

What You Will Be Doing:

• Plan, organize, implement, and monitor teen activities, assisting in the delivery of engaging and structured programs.
• Interact positively with participants, building rapport, learning names, and serving as a supportive role model.
• Maintain a safe and inclusive environment by proactively resolving conflicts and enforcing Teen Program rules and King County policies.
• Represent King County Parks professionally when engaging with youth, parents, school and agency personnel, and the broader community.
• Confidently lead structured programs independently or as a co-leader, following best practices and program policies to ensure a positive experience for all participants.

Qualifications

Qualifications You Bring:

• Working knowledge of the principles, rules, and equipment required in a variety of recreational activities.
• Proven ability to deliver exceptional customer service to a diverse customer base.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and respectfully.
• Able to respond to urgent or high-stress situations while exercising practical problem-solving skills.
• Experienced in cultivating a supportive and cooperative work environment.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain certification within six months of hire.
• Must be 18 years of age.

Competencies You Bring:

• Customer Focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• 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.
• Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Situational Adaptability: Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

It Would Be Great if You Also Bring:

• Bilingual Abilities

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to assist with program set-up and take-down.
• May require lifting, bending, reaching, sitting for long periods of time.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Current CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain certification within six months of hire.

Workplace Exposures:
Teen Leaders are often exposed to noisy work environments.

Additional Information

• Work Location: Steve Cox Memorial Park - 1321 SW 102nd St, Seattle, WA 98146, West Hill Community Center - 12400 80th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98178.
• Work Schedule: Available shifts include Tuesday - Saturday – Friday from 3-8pm, 10-15 hours a week. 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.
• Duration: This recruitment aims to fill a Short-Term Temporary (STT) position working up to 960 hours per year.

NOTE: King County employees can only hold one position at a time, i.e., holding multiple temporary positions or a regular position and a temporary position at the same time is not permitted.

We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all background 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
• Resume (Required)
• 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 Nia Williams at niawilliams@kingcounty.gov.

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Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. 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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