Weekend Event & Community Programs Assistant

City of Lakewood (WA); Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Lakewood (WA) is seeking staff to support weekend recreation programs, including logistics for events, setup and teardown, and participant supervision at Fort Steilacoom Park and City facilities. The role involves coordinating schedules, assisting instructors, promoting activities, and maintaining records.

Responsibilities include planning youth programs, leading activities, ensuring safety, and assisting with recruitment of staff and volunteers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and one year community recreation program experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in scheduling, planning and implementing recreation programs in community events, specialized recreation, athletics, aquatics and after school/summer programs.
• Plan and organize a youth recreation program including arts, physical activities and classes.
• Lead groups in activities and provide on-site supervision and instruction to participants.
• Provide information to instructors and participants regarding schedules and registration requirements.
• Promote recreation activities and deliver promotional materials.
• Monitor and evaluate programs and complete evaluations.
• Coordinate with City staff on scheduling and facility use.
• Maintain records and write periodic program reports.
• Prepare facilities and set up equipment for classes and events.
• Perform custodial tasks and ensure safety during activities.
• Transport participants as required and maintain attendance and incident reports.
• May supervise part-time/seasonal staff and volunteers and assist in recruitment.

Skills

Event coordination

Public interaction

Youth programs leadership

First aid basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The City of Lakewood (WA) is seeking staff to support weekend recreation programs, including logistics for events, setup and teardown, and participant supervision at Fort Steilacoom Park and City facilities. The role involves coordinating schedules, assisting instructors, promoting activities, and maintaining records.

Responsibilities include planning youth programs, leading activities, ensuring safety, and assisting with recruitment of staff and volunteers.