Team Lead Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; alternatively, a satisfactory combination of education, experience, and training.
• One year of experience in the area of responsibility and/or performing similar tasks, unless qualifying through a satisfactory combination of education, experience, and training.
• Possess or be able to obtain a valid First Aid/CPR certification within 30 days of hire.
• Possess or be able to obtain a valid Oregon driver’s license within 30 days of hire, with an acceptable driving history under district policy.
• Knowledge of program operations, functions, and standards, including programming, facility operations, and risk management.
• Knowledge of effective supervision and customer service practices, and applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of behavior management, childhood development, age-appropriate activities, teaching techniques, and safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and direct others; supervise and motivate staff; and establish positive working relationships.
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent decision-making, while confirming significant decisions and changes to standard practices in advance.
• Ability to demonstrate program-area competency and participate actively in activities.
• Organizational, time-management, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate respectfully with staff, the public, and other contacts; work independently with minimal direction and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage emergency situations and interact with a variety of patrons and participants.
• Ability to operate computer programs and common office equipment and stay current with new programs.
• Ability to work with moderate noise and frequent interruptions, maintain concentration on computer screens, and perform precise keyboard, telephone, and office-equipment tasks.
• Ability to walk and bend frequently; lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted; push, pull, and kneel.
• Applicants must submit a complete online application. Employment is contingent on credential and information verification, including a background check and a driving-history review when driving is required.

Nice To Haves

• College coursework in a related field.
• Previous experience in childcare, education support, or youth camps.

Responsibilities

• Supervise assigned youth recreation programs, participants, staff, and volunteers.
• Oversee participant safety and address program-specific risk management issues.
• Provide leadership and support to assigned staff, including training, mentoring, directing and assigning work, setting goals, and evaluating staff.
• Assist the Supervisor with hiring and evaluating staff when needed.
• Plan, organize, implement, and supervise developmentally appropriate activities that build skills, including SEL, STEM, crafts, games, and other recreation activities.
• Communicate regularly with school staff, principals, office staff, custodians, counselors, and teachers.
• Identify and direct needed staff and equipment.
• Conduct program-specific planning and evaluation within established goals and guidelines.
• Interact with youth and facilitate inclusion of participants with special needs.
• Manage accidents and incidents according to procedures and complete required reports and paperwork.
• Monitor program expenditures to ensure spending aligns with the budget.
• Oversee the upkeep and care of program equipment, supplies, and facilities.
• Attend supervisory and planning meetings.
• Communicate with patrons, participants, parents and guardians, and community partners about questions, concerns, and emerging issues.
• Report observed or disclosed child abuse or neglect.
• Perform Recreation 1 and 2 duties and model exemplary performance.
• Manage emergency and crisis situations and participate actively in program activities.

Benefits

• Family recreation facility pass for Juniper Swim & Fitness Center, The Pavilion, and the Larkspur Community Center.
• COCC and OSU scholarships are available.
• Benefits may be available depending on the part-time benefit classification; the posting refers applicants to a separate benefits description for details.