Program Leader

City of Bishop•Bishop, CA

63d•$21 - $23

About The Position

The Program Leader assists with the organization and implementation of City of Bishop youth programs including but not limited to Summer Camps, Afterschool Programs, Kid’s Night Out, and other parks and recreation activities and events. Implementation includes: planning major/minor excursions, monitoring programs, scheduling Activity Leaders to appropriate work stations, preparing weekly program outlines, requesting purchases of equipment and supplies, and working with program participants and parents. The Program Leader position will primarily be focused on Afterschool Programs and may continue through Summer Camps and other City sponsored events.

Requirements

React calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Read, write and speak the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance.
Work with diverse ethnic, gender, age and cultural groups.
Organize and direct a variety of activities for groups of program participants.
Maintain patience while working with children.
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Maintain records, summarize written material and interpret a variety of documents.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to cross train if required.
Effectively operate a personal computer and common software programs related to office procedures.
Possession of or ability to obtain a valid California drivers license.
Possession of, or ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certificates is required within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Three (3) years of work experience in a leadership capacity related to the program area is preferred. Related experience may be in recreation, sports, youth oriented programs, or in a classroom environment.
School age fitness-oriented programs, sports and nutrition curriculum, enrichment and activities, preferred.
Demonstrated knowledge of, and the ability to assist instructor.

Responsibilities

Planning, implementing, leading and directing lessons and activities such as games, art, music, drama, tutoring, and other educational, socialization and recreational experiences.
Assigning, scheduling, training and leading staff and volunteers.
Coordinating, and chaperoning field trips and special visits.
Ensuring compliance with departmental policies, requirements, and safety procedures.
Answering questions and handling complaints from participants and the general public over the telephone and in person.
Report preparation and basic office administrative duties.
Overseeing and performing facility and equipment set-up, take-down, and housekeeping; opening and closing facilities.
Directing and supervising participants of City of Bishop programs.
Maintain records pertinent to the program.
Maintaining a positive environment for the Activity Leaders and program participants.
Attending staff meetings and trainings pertinent to program activities, supervising participants during park activities, and other duties as assigned.
Plan, organize and implement age/grade appropriate recreation site activities for participants in our programs.
Review program plans with Site Coordinator, Recreation Supervisor and/or Community Services Department for successful implementation, execution and evaluation of the program.
Instruct program participants in the safe and proper use of materials and supplies.
Supervision of program participants.
Observe program participants on a daily basis to detect health problems or special needs.
Assist with developing discipline techniques and classroom management.
Provide quality interaction with parents, teachers, school staff, and Community Services staff.
Prepare a weekly lesson plan outlining planned activities.
Perform related duties as assigned.