Police Youth Program Assistant

City of Brawley • Brawley, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Police Youth Program Assistant is a part-time position supporting the planning, coordination, and delivery of youth engagement programs offered by the Brawley Police Department, including the MLS GO Soccer Program, Esports Academy, Brawley PD Football Club, Explorers, and the Brawley Police Boxing Academy. Under the direction of the Police Youth Program Coordinator, the Assistant helps with coaching, mentoring, program setup, registration, and event execution. The Assistant may also coach and supervise part-time coaches or advisors as needed to help ensure youth programming is safe and high quality. Continued employment depends on the availability of program funding.

The role involves indoor and outdoor work at parks, gyms, schools, and police department facilities. Physical activity includes lifting equipment, walking, standing for extended periods, and participating in sports or recreation-related tasks. As a public employee, the role is designated as disaster service work under California Government Code Sections 3100–3109, and the employee may be assigned disaster service activities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of experience in youth development, coaching, or recreational leadership.
• Ability to lead, coach, and supervise others in a team setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, especially with youth and families.
• Basic knowledge of sports, recreation, or educational programming.
• Dependable and organized, with the ability to follow direction with minimal supervision.
• Must pass a background investigation, Live Scan, and drug screening.
• Must possess a valid California driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends during program activities and community events.
• CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain certification within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish skills are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing youth program activities, practices, competitions, clinics, and special events.
• Coach youth participants and provide direct mentorship in assigned program activities.
• Supervise part-time coaches or program advisors as needed to maintain structure, safety, and program quality.
• Support participant registration, attendance tracking, and distribution of uniforms and equipment.
• Assist with administrative duties and the setup and breakdown of facilities, fields, and equipment.
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for youth and staff.
• Promote teamwork, discipline, and positive behavior among participants.
• Provide basic instruction, guidance, and encouragement to youth in line with program goals.
• Support communication with parents and families about schedules and expectations.
• Assist with outreach efforts, special events, and public engagement activities.
• Coordinate with other staff, volunteers, and community partners as directed by the Police Youth Program Coordinator.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Participate in disaster service activities as assigned by the employer or by law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED