PT Recreation Leader - Youth Enrichment

Teton County; Jackson (WY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Teton County in Jackson, WY is seeking a dedicated recreation assistant to oversee a range of youth and community programs under basic supervision. The role focuses on ensuring engaging activities while maintaining safety and order.

You will supervise day-to-day activities, coordinate supplies, and ensure safety protocols are followed, including attendance checks and parent communication. A high school diploma or GED and CPR/First Aid certification are required, with flexible evenings and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Up to 1 year of experience in recreation programs or working with children.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and leads day-to-day operations of recreation programs; assembles supplies for activities.
• Takes attendance and contacts participants' parents to verify absences as needed.
• Enforces rules and safety procedures and may implement disciplinary actions.
• Assists with facility setup, cleanup, and sanitation.
• Maintains courteous interactions with visitors and County staff while safeguarding confidentiality.

Skills

Cooperation

Clear communication

Multitasking

First aid administration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

SUMMARY:

Under basic supervision, oversees and leads a variety of recreation programs and events; performs a variety of tasks in support of the assigned area and program

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Supervises and leads day-to-day operations of assigned recreation programs and activities; assembles necessary supplies for each activity.
• May take attendance for assigned group and records names of participants who are not in attendance; calls participants or parents to verify absences as necessary.
• Oversees, leads, and assists with various activities; observes participants during program; enforces rules and safety procedures; implements disciplinary actions as necessary.
• Participates in facility or venue set-up, clean-up, and sanitation.
• Supports the relationship between the Teton County staff and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and County staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and County information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Up to 1 year of experience in recreation programs or working with children

Required Licenses and Certifications:

• CPR and First Aid Certification.

Required Knowledge of:

• Recreation site safety rules and regulations.
• Methods of program planning and implementation.
• Principles, practices, and methods of conflict resolution and problem solving.

Required Skills in:

• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with coworkers and other individuals in contact during the course of work; communicating clearly and concisely
• Assessing, prioritizing, and completing multiple tasks and demands simultaneously.
• Administering basic first aid.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Work is performed both in an indoor or protected environment and outdoors. The incumbent may be occasionally exposed to unfavorable conditions while located at County facilities or at other locations during the course of business.
• Required to work routine nights and weekends as regular schedule.
• Required to work unsupervised in the presence of children or vulnerable adults.