Evening Youth Programs Lead — Recreation Specialist

City of Burien; Burien (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Burien's Recreation Division seeks a dependable, enthusiastic leader to create safe, engaging, and memorable experiences for elementary and middle school youth. You will help lead day-to-day programming, guide other staff, and serve as a positive role model.

This temporary, non-exempt role offers after-school shifts (afternoon hours) with 0–19 hours weekly, across Sept 2026 through June 2027, and may involve transporting youth using a city van.

Qualifications

• One year of experience leading or teaching youth programs.
• Equivalent education/experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe, fun, and educational programs geared for elementary and middle school youth at designated programming sites with our partner schools
• Develop programs and activities
• Serve as the staff lead for assigned programs at designated programming sites
• Provides transportation for youth using a city van to different site locations.

Skills

Youth program leadership

Program development

Education

College coursework in Recreation or Education or related field

Job description

The City of Burien's Recreation Division seeks a dependable, enthusiastic leader to create safe, engaging, and memorable experiences for elementary and middle school youth. You will help lead day-to-day programming, guide other staff, and serve as a positive role model.

This temporary, non-exempt role offers after-school shifts (afternoon hours) with 0–19 hours weekly, across Sept 2026 through June 2027, and may involve transporting youth using a city van.