Youth Programs Coordinator II

City Of Gainesville, FL; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Tuition reimbursement

On-site fitness centers

Job summary

The City of Gainesville invites applications for Recreation Aide II to assist the Youth Services and Education Programs Division in developing, implementing, and coordinating after-school and youth development activities. The role supports Recreation Aide I and reports to a supervisor, with a focus on safety, community engagement, and program quality.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and two years in recreation programming, plus multiple certifications (First

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent and two years of progressively responsible experience in recreational programming, instruction, or related work.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License within 30 days of appointment.
• American Red Cross certification (or equivalent) in First Aid, AED, and CPR within six months of appointment.
• Aquatics: WSI certification required upon appointment; Lifeguard Instructor required upon appointment.
• CYSA certification within one year of appointment; DCF trainings and CDL with passenger endorsement may be required for certain roles.

Responsibilities

• Follows and enforces all city and departmental policies and procedures.
• Assists with planning, coordination and implementation of recreational activities and events.
• Maintains registration, participation, inventory and expenditure records for recreation programs.
• Opens and closes park facilities according to schedule; assists with marketing and community outreach.

Skills

Recreation programming

Event coordination

Public interaction

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in recreation management

Associate’s degree or higher in a related field

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

The City of Gainesville invites applications for Recreation Aide II to assist the Youth Services and Education Programs Division in developing, implementing, and coordinating after-school and youth development activities. The role supports Recreation Aide I and reports to a supervisor, with a focus on safety, community engagement, and program quality.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and two years in recreation programming, plus multiple certifications (First