Youth & Teen Program Leader (Two Vacancies)

Arlington County VA•Arlington, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) is seeking two Youth & Teen Program Leaders to oversee a variety of youth programs including a robust Out of School Time (OST) teen after school program, weekend/evening special events, youth school break and elementary summer camps, and program outreach. The Program Leader ensures all aspects of daily operations run smoothly and align with DPR’s values of equity, inclusion, and youth development. The Program Leader will develop and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate programming, maintain compliance with safety and operational policies, and foster strong relationships with families, schools, and community partners. This is a hands-on, heart-forward leadership role where you’ll design and lead programs that engage young people beyond the school bell.

Requirements

High school diploma/equivalent
Some experience administering or supporting recreational, educational, youth programs, or other related programs
Successful completion of some college coursework from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the experience requirement

Nice To Haves

Experience in youth recreation programs in a leadership role
Planning and leading recreational activities
Willingness and/or experience working with individuals with disabilities
Working with diverse populations
Evaluating and coaching staff

Responsibilities

Supervising and coaching temporary/seasonal staff members and preparing evaluations, including ensuring effective task execution, program safety, and active participant engagement
Developing program calendars, planning and facilitating team meetings, fostering professional growth and program excellence
Managing completion of activity sheets and the assignment of staff to specific activities, ensuring alignment with program objectives
Maintaining a consistent presence on the program floor, leading activities, supporting staff, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols and behavior management standards
Modeling and reinforcing positive behavior management techniques in line with Arlington CARES customer service values, providing coaching to staff as needed
Maintaining a physically and emotionally safe environment for all participants by celebrating differences, creating appropriate relationships with all participants that are under your care, and supporting participants as they navigate social and emotional development
Monitoring and tracking program budget expenditures, participant attendance, registration, and evaluation data
Ensuring supplies, equipment, and other programmatic components are on-site in a timely manner, including pick-up and drop-off of items
Working with individuals with disabilities and providing personal care of participants (training provided)
Performing other job-related duties as assigned
Collaborating and communicating with others
Completing tasks
Taking initiative
Working successfully in a team environment
Traveling to multiple site locations per day including pick up and drop off of program supplies & equipment