THIS IS A TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT ANTICIPATED TO END BY JUNE 2021 OR EARLIER.

Metro Parks Tacoma (MPT) is a CAPRA-accredited and AZA-accredited, independent park district that leads efforts to build a healthy, sustainable community.  Metro Parks Tacoma is located in Tacoma, Washington. The system is comprised of many different park facilities that offer residents a variety of recreational opportunities. From waterfront access to local neighborhood parks to large regional facilities and attractions, the MPT system is both a local community asset and regional destination.

OUR CORE VALUES
These eight core values will guide future decisions, business and operations, and the manner in which MPT treats staff, customers and the community:
•Innovation  •Excellence  •Equity  •Inclusiveness  •Sustainability  •Accountability  •Safety  •Fun

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, this position is responsible for teaching and supervising youth in variety of classes or programs offered through the District. Primary work will be with school aged youth, in an afterschool club setting.

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers.
• Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
• Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
• Observe applicable safety requirements, use safety equipment provided, implement appropriate safety practices at all times and report immediately any unsafe working conditions or hazards

• Plan, organize, and implement youth services activities including but not limited to arts & crafts, science experiments, games, nature walks, sports, theater and songs.
• Supervise and positively manage all assigned groups of children.
• Ensure compliance with all COVID 19 and other applicable safety protocols/procedures.
• Provide a safe, fun and engaging atmosphere for camp participants.
• Be actively involved with children and engage in activities at all times.
• Work closely with other employees in an enthusiastic, cooperative and supportive manner; ensure collaboration with all staff.
• Participate in the administration of the food program, according to USDA grant guidelines with inventory, contribute to tracking, and distribution of lunches and snacks.
• Develop positive, supportive relationships with participants, parents & the public.
• Prepare information and promotional materials for assigned site; overseeing inventory and tracking of equipment and supplies; and maintaining records and preparing reports.
• Represent Metro Parks Tacoma professionally at all times.
• Enforce discipline as needed.
• May be required to drive a 15 passenger van.
• Perform emergency first aid and CPR as needed and according to established guidelines; provide for proper safety of participants in recreational programs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Must be available to work the entire assigned season; Fall, Winter/Spring, Summer.
Must be able to attend the mandatory training and orientation.
Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule as needed.
Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a GED or HS diploma to work with K-5th populations and at least 21 years of age to work with teen populations. Preference for these positions given to those at least 21 years of age and/or those seeking Full Time seasonal positions.
Must have a valid First-Aid and CPR cards before date of employment.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written.
Must have leadership skills with ability to be a team player.
Must be creative, energetic and patient.
Must have at least two years of working with children ages 5-12 or teen youth.
Ability to speak Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese and/or Cambodian desired.
Must have a valid drivers license with acceptable driving record to drive a 15 passenger van.

HOURS: Hours may vary up to 29 hours per week.

ENVIRONMENT:
Recreational facilities and park environment involving indoor and outdoor assignments.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
Seeing to prepare written or typed recreational and leisure program material and monitor activities.
Hearing and speaking to conduct classes and exchange information.
Walking over rough or uneven surfaces outside in park locations and on field trips.
Lifting up to 25 pounds.
Standing for extended periods of time.
Walking; kneeling or crouching.

METRO PARKS TACOMA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, political affiliation, disability or any other merit factor. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

MPT employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

MPT is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource (253) 305-1089 or angelas@tacomaparks.com.

Employment is subject to a national background check.

This position is an at-will position with no written or implied contractual agreement.