Sierra Kids Senior Site Leader (Youth Program)

Reno; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and ongoing support

Health and wellness benefits

Employer-paid retirement

Paid time off

Job summary

The City of Reno's Parks and Recreation Department seeks Sierra Kids Senior Site Leader to oversee before- and after-school and camp programs for elementary students. You will supervise staff, coordinate activities, manage registrations, and ensure safe, engaging experiences.

A high school diploma and a valid driver's license are required; bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. This role offers opportunities to mentor youth and support families while contributing to a vibrant community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of paid experience in recreation or similar programs.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead before- and after-school and camp programs for elementary school children.
• Supervise staff and oversee daily program operations.
• Coordinate activities and events, manage registrations and reservations software.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness of facilities and equipment.
• Prepare program documents and reports using Microsoft Office.
• Assist with purchasing supplies and processing invoices.
• Provide high level of customer service via phone, in person, and email.
• Support development and enforcement of City policies.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join Our Sierra Kids Team!

Make a difference in the lives of local children while building your leadership skills in a fun, energetic environment. If you're passionate about mentoring young people, leading engaging activities, and creating a safe place where kids can learn and grow, we'd love to meet you.

Regular Part-Time Classified Positions

We currently have multiple vacancies for the Sierra Kids Senior Site Leader position in the Parks and Recreation Department. Hiring will begin immediately following the close of this recruitment. This recruitment will also establish an eligibility list for future vacancies as they occur.

As a Sierra Kids Senior Site Leader, you'll help lead before- and after-school and campprograms for elementary-aged youth. In this role, you'll supervise staff, oversee daily program operations, and direct engaging program activities for elementary school-age children. You'll help create memorable experiences through games, sports, arts and crafts, homework support, STEM activities, and special events. Every day brings new opportunities to inspire children, support families, and strengthen our community.

Work Schedule Requirements:

• This position works a minimum of 30 hours per week.
• Employees must be available during all program hours, Monday through Friday, including before- and after-school hours.
• All positions follow a split-shift schedule, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. This schedule leaves the middle of the day free, making it ideal for school, family responsibilities, or other personal commitments.
• This is a year-round position. When school is not in session, employees may be scheduled to work school break camps. Occasional evening, weekend, and holiday shifts may be required based on operational needs.

What We Offer:

• Training and ongoing support to help you succeed in your role.
• Excellent benefits, including health and wellness benefits, employer-paid retirement, paid time off, holidays, and more.

The City of Reno is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to everyone.

This commitment is an integral part of our efforts to ensure that we have a diverse and representative workforce that serves the community of Reno.

• Provide lead supervision responsibilities, prioritize assignments, create work schedules, and verify hours worked for assigned staff.
• Assist in the interviewing process and provide training for assigned staff.
• Provide a high level of customer service on the telephone, in person, and through dispensing information.
• Resolve any discrepancies and address customer requests.
• Monitor facility operations and coordinate activities and events.
• Provide program oversight, including coordinating customer activities and events, managing registration and utilizing reservation software effectively.
• Provide detailed planning and coordination to ensure successful implementation of programs.
• Inspect facilities and equipment for safety and cleanliness and direct maintenance tasks as needed.
• Assist in the development and enforcement of City and departmental policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Assist with general set-up and dismantle processes for daily activities.
• Regularly inspect facilities and equipment to ensure proper maintenance and safe conditions.
• Create program and facility-related documents using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) and other departmental software.
• Assist in purchasing supplies, processing invoices and maintaining records, including cash handling and reporting.
• Research and prepare reports on programs, activities, and facilities.
• Perform related duties as required.

The following minimum qualifications are required to be met at the time of application.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

One year of paid experience within the recreation field.

Note: Experience in related settings may be considered if it involved planning, organizing, and leading recreational activities. This may include paid experience in childcare facilities, educational settings, after-school programs, camps, or similar environments where recreational programming was a primary job responsibility

License:

Valid driver's license

Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

The City of Reno is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, assignment, training, compensation, promotion, retention, and disciplinary decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association, or any other protected class status applicable under federal or state law or City Charter.