2015 Recreation Employment Brochure

Blaine Parks and Recreation

2015 Employment Packet

www.blaineparks.com • 763-785-6164

The Blaine Parks and Recreation Department is seeking dynamic and energetic individuals to lead summer recreation programs for youth. Enjoy being outdoors and keeping active while making a difference in a young person’s life. Hours and pay vary according to experience and assigned duties.

If you are a strong leader and like to work with youth, this is the perfect summer job for you!

Come join our team!

RECREATION LEADER, YOUTH COACH

$10 - $12 per hour Ages 17 & up

Various Blaine Parks

Under direction of Program Supervisors and Coordinators, Youth Coaches are responsible for implementing the summer recreational youth softball, t-ball, and soccer programs. Youth Coaches will be assigned one team in each age bracket. The optimal applicant will demonstrate knowledge of youth sports, strong leadership skills, understand the developmental stages of youth, have the ability to motivate and manage youth, and show good judgment and enthusiasm. Training in First Aid provided.

Tentative Dates: June 8 - August 14 Tentative Schedule: Monday & Wednesday, 12 pm - 7:30 pm Tuesday & Thursday, 9 am - 3 pm & 5 - 7:30 pm

(approximately 25 hrs/week)

RECREATION LEADER, PLAYNET BLAINE

Various Blaine Parks

$10 - $12 per hour Ages 17 & up

Under direction of Program Supervisors and Coordinators, Playground Leaders are responsible for leading playground participants in games, arts & crafts, sports, and other planned activities at a specific site or sites. The optimal applicant will demonstrate strong leadership skills, understand the developmental stages of youth, have the ability to motivate and manage youth, and show good judgment and enthusiasm. Playground leaders will be assigned to the Play-Net Blaine Summer Playground Program. Training in First Aid provided on May 28.

Tentative Dates: June 8 - August 14 Tentative Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 8:30 am - 4 pm (approximately 32 hrs/week)

RECREATION COORDINATOR, SUMMER FUN Centennial Square Manufactured Housing Community

$14-$15 per hour Age 18 & up

Under direction of Program Supervisors, the Recreation Coordinator is responsible for program planning, implementation, and evaluation of the Summer Fun program at a manufactured housing community in Blaine.

The optimal candidate will have a background in education or recreation, be able to supervise on-site staff, and work with a culturally and economically diverse population. Candidates should demonstrate strong leadership skills, understanding of the developmental stages of youth, ability to motivate and manage youth, and good judgment and enthusiasm. Training in First Aid provided.

Training Dates: Program Dates: Work Schedule:

May 28, June 5 & 9 June 15 - August 7 Monday - Friday, 9:30 am - 2:30 pm (approximately 25 hrs/ week plus planning time) A few evenings may also be required.

RECREATION LEADER, SUMMER FUN

Centennial Square Manufactured Housing Community

$10 - $12 per hour Ages 17 & up

Under direction of the Recreation Coordinator, Summer Fun Playground Leaders are responsible for leading youth in games, arts & crafts, enrichment, sports, and other planned activities at a manufactured housing community. The optimal applicant will demonstrate strong leadership skills, understand the developmental stages of youth, be able to work with a diverse group of children, be a positive role model, have the ability to motivate and manage youth, and show good judgment and enthusiasm. Training in First Aid provided.

Training Dates: Program Dates: Schedule:

May 28, June 5 & 9 June 15 - August 7 Monday - Friday, 9:30 am - 2:30 pm (approximately 25 hrs/ week)

PARK ATTENDANT

Lakeside Commons Park

$10 - $12 per hour Ages 18 & up

Under direction of Program Supervisors, Park Attendants are responsible for beach supervision (no lifeguard certification), general cleanliness of the park, monitoring the pavilion, boat rental, concessions, parking permits and attending to park users. We have three park attendants working during the majority of the day. The optimal applicant will demonstrate strong leadership skills, good communicator, and show good judgment and enthusiasm. Park Attendants will be trained in all aspects of the park. First aid/AED training is held on May 28.

Schedule: Daily

9 am - 9 pm (6 - 8 hrs/day) Dates: June 5 - September 7 Hours per Week: 25 - 40

APPLICATION PROCESS February 2 - March 24 March 24

March 24 - 27

March 27-April 2

April 3 & 4 April 6 - 17

Applications available Application deadline; Applications received after this date may not be considered for interviews.

Applications Reviewed; Incomplete applications will not be considered for interviews.

Applicants will be contacted for interviews. Applicants that best meet the program needs of Blaine Parks and Recreation will be selected for interviews. Applicants not selected for an interview will be sent a letter in the mail.

Interviews Applicants selected for employment will be notified. Applicants not selected for employment will be sent a letter in the mail.

Background Checks: All candidates selected for employment must complete and pass a background check.

First Aid Certification: All candidates selected for employment must become First Aid Certified.

Training will be provided.

Send completed applications or direct questions to: Blaine Parks and Recreation 10801 Town Square Drive Blaine, MN 55449 P: 763-785-6164 F: 763-785-6191 www.blaineparks.com nmonahan@ci.blaine.mn.us