Job Description
Salary: $13.00 Hourly
Location : Republic, MO
Job Type: Part-Time Temporary
Job Number: 03132024
Department: Parks & Recreation
Opening Date: 03/13/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Type: Part Time Temporary
Description Primary Purpose Contributes to providing a safe, fun, and educational environment while being responsible for leading, instructing, and supervising youth in recreational activities, arts and crafts, and field trips for Summer Adventure Camp.
Supervision Under the direct supervision of the Recreation Supervisor and Summer Adventure Camp Directors as assigned. Under the general supervision of the Community Outreach Superintendent.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities - Assists in planning, leading, and supervising various crafts, activities, games, and field trips.
- Always puts the best interest and safety of the campers first.
- Ensures that campers are behaving in an orderly manner and adhering to Summer Adventure Camp policies.
- Always acts in a professional manner and maintains a professional work appearance.
- Follows all policies and procedures outlined in the Summer Adventure Camp Staff Handbook.
- Helps maintain the cleanliness of the facility and all Summer Adventure Camp supplies and equipment.
- Deals effectively and courteously with fellow employees, campers, parents/guardians, and the general public.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Important Duties - Attends all in-service training sessions deemed necessary by supervisors.
- Maintains appropriate supplies for assigned area.
- Maintains a neat and orderly work area.
Minimum Qualifications Education & Experience Prior professional work or volunteer experience with children ages 6-12 years old in a comparable setting preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Must be a self-starter who possesses initiative and urgency in their work. Must be able to effectively communicate through written and verbal skills; Must have good time management skills; Must have good cognitive and analytical skills; Must be able to handle stressful situations; Must be able to quickly assess or judge situations; Must be able to make decisions under pressure in areas of responsibility.
Employees of the City of Republic must be able to perform effectively as a member of a team in carrying out the City's Mission, Vision, & Values as well as the Trust Edge Experience©, which further establishes the foundation for our Mission, Vision, & Values through the 8-Pillars of trust, which are: Clarity, Compassion, Character, Competency, Commitment, Connection, Contribution and Consistency. Overall professionalism displaying the utmost integrity, discretion, courtesy, cooperation, discipline, and behavior.
Special Requirements - Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must possess a valid Missouri State Driver's License and reliable transportation.
- Must have current CPR/AED/First Aid Certification through the American Red Cross or become certified upon employment.
Miscellaneous Requirements - Will be required to work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
- Subject to emergency call-in.
- Must be a dependable person due to the small size of the work force.
- May be subject to random substance abuse testing.
Supplemental Information Physical Demands Performs bending and reaching to both ground level and overhead; lifts, carries, pushes, and pulls up to 60 pounds; must be able to hold and grip objects; must be able to stand for prolonged periods.
Work Environment Both indoor and outdoor working environments with exposure to dust, pollen, toxic fumes, chemicals, smoke, contagious diseases, electrical and mechanical hazards associated with equipment, extreme noise; Subject to variety of extreme weather conditions; May work in confined places and awkward positions.
Selection Guidelines Formal application, rating of education and experience, oral interview, reference check and job-related tests may be required.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
THE CITY OF REPUBLIC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to testing or appointment. Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to diversity and a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.
Only Full-Time employees are eligible for benefits at this time. To review our current employee benefits, please to be directed to our City's benefits webpage. Questions may be received at HumanResources@RepublicMo.com.
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Are you currently at least 18 years of age?
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Do you currently possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation?
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Are you currently CPR/First Aid Certified through the American Red Cross?Note that if you are not, it will be expected of you to be so upon hire. CPR/AED/First Aid training is offered through our Republic Parks & Recreation Department.
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Job Tags
Hourly pay, Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Summer work, Outdoor, Shift work, Night shift,