Program Leader - Trips and Events
About The Position
Plans, organizes, and oversees all program activities at a program site. An employee in this classification is responsible for the day-to-day operations of a District program at a program site. Work is performed under the guidance of a coordinator and the supervision of a Supervisor who reviews work primarily on the basis of results attained, feedback from participants and parents, and direct observation. Supervision is not normally a responsibility of positions in this classification. However, incumbents are responsible for overseeing the work of Activity Leaders working at the site.
Requirements
- High school graduation or equivalency and two years of experience in an ongoing group setting such as a recreation program, classroom, or community center; or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the above-described duties.
- Minimum age for this position is 18 years old.
- Possession of or ability to obtain current first aid and CPR certificates.
- Possession of or ability to obtain an Oregon Food Handler Permit and Oregon Alcohol Service Permit.
- Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license.
- Safe driving record and patron driver certification within one month of hire.
- Must be a patron driver.
Nice To Haves
- Spanish speaking is preferred; a bilingual rate adjustment is contingent upon passing a proficiency test.
Responsibilities
- Leads patrons on planned, recreational trips.
- Responsible for the overall safety and security of program participants.
- Plans, schedules, and implements programs and events.
- Acts as on-site lead, including assigning and reviewing work, providing input to performance evaluations, and providing work assistance as required.
- Orders and/or purchases necessary supplies and food through district ordering process.
- Maintains appropriate records and prepares reports related to programs and activities including budget estimates, attendance records, and expense and revenue reports.
- Handles disciplinary problems with program participants.
- Administers first aid and responds to emergencies as required.
- Responds to a variety of questions, concerns, and/or complaints from parents, staff, and program participants.
- Reports cases of suspected child abuse to supervisor and contacts Services to Children and Families as necessary.
- Safely drives and supervises patrons in a district vehicle.
- Performs additional job-related duties or tasks as required.
Benefits
- Paid sick leave beginning with date of hire, 1 hour accrual for every 30 hours worked. Part-time staff may use sick leave beginning on their 91st day of employment.
- Annual cost of living increase (up to 4% as approved by the Board).
- Additional $1/hour increase upon successful completion of a Spanish or American Sign Language (ASL) competency test.
- Discount on selected childcare programs (see Policy Manual for restrictions).
- 50-percent discount on selected childcare program (see Policy Manual for restrictions).
- 25-percent discount on certain recreation programs.
- Free use of pools for lap and play swim for employee only. Discount for household members.
- Free use of fitness center for employee only. Discount for household members.
- Free Wellness programs for employee.
- Payroll direct deposit is available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
