Recreation Program Leader and Driver

Program Lead for CCVP Summer Pop-Up Parks:

Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Community Connections and Violence Prevention Department is looking for qualified staff for the upcoming summer season.

Position Summary:

Role may include but is not limited to leading/assisting/planning activities and programs for youth, providing safe recreation spaces for young people in the parks. This is a hand on engaging position working and leading, directing and interacting with youth and families doing recreational activities. This person will organize a trailer full of equipment and supplies and drive to each park site in a MPRB truck with a trailer attached.

Compensation: $18.56 /hour

This position is eligible for sick and safe leave in accordance with the Minneapolis Sick and Safe Time Ordinance.

This position is not eligible for other benefits.

Hours:

25-30/week – 5 days/week. Times vary based on program but will mostly be afternoons and evenings and will include weekends.

Job Duties:

· Lead structured and non‐structured recreation, arts, and sports activities/programs.

· Drive Pop Up Parks trailer safely and responsibly to and from events each shift.

· Maintain organized mobile trailer full of games and activities

· Create a positive, safe, and nurturing environment for children and clients at Minneapolis Park and Recreation centers.

· Ensure the environment and recreation-based curriculum provides learning experiences to meet each customer needs.

Qualifications:

• Must have Drivers License and clean driving record

• Must pass a background check

• Excellent customer service skills

• Ability to communicate effectively in one-on-one and group settings

• Motivate and mentor youth showing flexibility, creativity, and communication skills.

• Work effectively with diverse cultural and socioeconomic demographics.

• Work in a team environment; demonstrate flexibility and patience in adapting to changing situations.

• Maintain composure and professionalism in sometimes chaotic or stressful situations.

• Ability to stand for long periods of time and complete physical tasks (lift, carry, pull, etc.)

To Apply:

Please send Direct questions and resumes to Leslie Vinson lvinson@minneapolisparks.org

You can also call Leslie at 612 499-9308 if you have more questions.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $18.56 per hour

Expected hours: 25 – 30 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Afternoon shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person