Recreation Leader III - Youth Program Lead (Intermittent)

Do you love working with kids and making a positive impact on your community? The City of Burien's Recreation Division is seeking enthusiastic, dependable individuals passionate about creating memorable experiences for elementary and middle school youth.

Our ideal candidate is someone who takes initiative, demonstrates leadership, communicates effectively with our community partners, and is committed to being a positive role model for the youth we serve. Reliable attendance and a strong sense of responsibility are essential.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

We are currently accepting resumes from qualified candidates for our 2026-2027 After-School Programming. The 2026-2027 school year runs from September 3, 2026, to approximately Thursday, June 17. Applications will be reviewed as vacancies occur, and interviews may be conducted throughout the recruitment period.

Schedule

School Year: Intermittent Hours: 0-19 hours per week, depending on programming needs.

Shifts: Monday - Thursday hours are typically 2:45 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. Friday hours are typically 1:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. Hours may vary slightly depending on the program needs.

Candidates must be flexible to work on limited days and at limited times to accommodate program needs.

What You'll Do

• Lead safe, fun, and educational programs geared for elementary and middle school youth at designated programming sites with our partner schools

• Assist in program and activity development

• Serve as the staff lead for assigned programs at designated programming sites

• Provides transportation for youth using a city van to different site locations.

Education and/or Experience

• One year of experience leading or teaching youth programs, with one year of college coursework in Recreation, Education and/or related field or

• Any equivalent combination of education, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities that would allow an individual to perform the duties of the position will be considered. 

Special Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older.

• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check 

• Valid Washington State Driver's license and satisfactory driving record

• Valid First Aid and Child and Adult CPR Certification within 60 days of hire.

• Ability to obtain a public health department food handler's permit may be required

 

This position is a temporary, intermittent, non-benefited position to support after-school programming during the 2026-2027 school year. 

Please see the job description for full details

 

 

Notices

• The City of Burien believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. This job description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

• The City of Burien is an Equal Opportunity Employer and assures equal employment practices regardless of sex, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, or any other basis prohibited by local, State or Federal law.

• Verification of identity and United States work authorization must be completed before employment commences as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

• Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of education and related experience. Highly qualified candidates may be invited to participate in interviews. Candidates may be asked to respond to supplemental questions in writing and to supply illustrative examples of work. A test may also be administered to assess relevant skills. Additional references may be requested of finalists.

• If you need special accommodation in the application or examination process, please contact Human Resources at (206) 241-4647

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