PTL Youth Development Leader (Douglas)

Juneau (CBJ) — Parks & Recreation; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 9,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Zach Gordon Youth Services in Juneau is seeking a Youth Development Leader to implement on-site programming for youth at Geneva Woods or Cedar Park. The role focuses on creating a safe, engaging space and supporting afterschool activities within grant funds.

The position runs 10–15 hours weekly, with responsibilities including family nights, field trips, and ongoing youth support. A high school diploma and First Aid/CPR are required; driver’s license is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two college courses in a human-related field may substitute for experience.
• Six months of work experience or relevant post-secondary education required.
• First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of appointment.
• Valid driver’s license preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in running grant-funded afterschool program.
• Provide on-site programming 10–15 hours per week at Geneva Woods or Cedar Park.
• Engage youth and maintain a safe, supportive space for participants.
• Support monthly family nights and field trips, and communicate upcoming activities.

Skills

First Aid & CPR

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two college courses in a human-related field (substitute for experience)

Six months of work experience or post-secondary education

Job description

Description

Zach Gordon Youth Services is looking for a Youth Development Leader to

work directlywith Juneau youth, providing on-site programming at either Geneva Woods or Cedar Park

.

We are looking for someone who is dedicated to Juneau’s youth and families. Someone who is interested in program development that is creative, fun, and place based. We are looking for someone who is excited to support and connect with families by hosting a monthly family night and communicating with families about upcoming activities and events. We are looking for someone who is a self-starter, organized, and has a sense of humor about things. We are looking for someone who values relationships and is skilled in building in nurturing them.

THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM

The ZGYC team is a fun group! The workplace is flexible and creative. We encourage trying new things and laughing a lot. Our values are wellness, connection, and growth and we do our best to embrace these in all areas of our workplace. We have fun and also we are dedicated and committed to being in service to our community.

WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION

Work will coincide with the Juneau School District calendar and will be based primarily at Cedar Park in Douglas or at Geneva Woods in Douglas.

Typical Responsibilities

You will be helping us run grant funded afterschool program! In this position you will be working directly with youth, providing on-site programming 10-15 hours a week at either Geneva Woods or Cedar Park. This will include monthly family nights, field trips, and ongoing support of youth. The position is responsible for creating an overall safe and engaging space for youth.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION:

• Graduation from high school or the equivalent;
• Substitute
• :
• Two (2) courses from an accredited college in a human related field may substitute for experience
• AND
• any combination of work experience or post-secondary education totaling six (6) months in any field.
• Other:
• First Aid and CPR certification within
• 30 days of appointment;
• A valid driver's license at time of appointment is
• preferred but
• not required
• .

Note:

Under Alaska Statute 12.62.160 (9) Appointments to this position are offered conditionally, pending the results of a criminal records report (Non-FBI). Human Resources evaluates the results to ensure the applicant does not have any convictions that result in a direct nexus to the primary duties involving supervising minors. Applicants who materially misrepresent any information provided in the employment process will be excluded from further consideration or may be dismissed if already employed.

Supplemental Information

HIRING MANAGER CONTACT INFO

Hiring Manager:

Max Blust

Phone Number:

[phone]

Email:

[e-mail]

This recruitment is being used to collect applications for a Part-Time Limited Recreation Worker for the Parks and Recreation Department.

In accordance with

2 PR 010

, Part-Time Limited positions may be non-competitive and are not subject to public announcement.