Youth Programs Lead — After-School & Summer

City-of-Las-Cruces; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Las Cruces is seeking a part-time Youth Program Specialist I to monitor participants across high school, middle school, and elementary levels during after-school and summer programs, helping to safely meet community recreation needs. The role involves organizing activities, promoting interest in social recreation and events, and coordinating tutoring with other staff.

A high school diploma and a 3 months of related experience are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus three months of recreation activity experience.
• A combination of education, experience and training may be applied per City policy.
• Position is part-time, non-exempt in Parks and Recreation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor participants and create a fun atmosphere during after-school and summer activities.
• Organize, promote and develop interest in social recreation and special events.
• Cooperate with staff to conduct tutoring and educational activities.
• Gather daily attendance, inventory and program records and reports.
• Assist in planning and supervising a general recreation program at assigned sites.
• Adhere to safety policies and report incidents promptly.
• Administer first aid to injured children per established procedures.
• Attend Standard First Aid and CPR training as scheduled.
• Monitor facility safety and report disruption to supervisor.
• Assist in fall and spring events.

Skills

Program supervision

Tutoring support

Event planning

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

City of Las Cruces is seeking a part-time Youth Program Specialist I to monitor participants across high school, middle school, and elementary levels during after-school and summer programs, helping to safely meet community recreation needs. The role involves organizing activities, promoting interest in social recreation and events, and coordinating tutoring with other staff.

A high school diploma and a 3 months of related experience are required.