SALARY:  $9.34 - $16.24 per hour, DOE 
DATE OPEN:  Friday, January 22, 2010
DATE CLOSED:  Open until filled; preference to applications received by February 12, 2010.
HOURS:  This is a supplemental, part-time position that will work approximately 10 - 15 hours per week during afternoon and evening hours.  Hours may vary and include some weekends.  Position is limited to 1,040 hours per year.
TO APPLY:  Submit a letter of interest, resume and completed City of Redmond application packet via the online submission system. This is a 244 kb size file, and other options are available. (The application packet  is in the Adobe Acrobat format, and a minimum of Acrobat 4.0 is required. Obtain free Acrobat Reader to view/print.)

THE CITY OF REDMOND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER; The City of Redmond provides reasonable accommodation to those with disabilities.

Duties:
Under the direction of the Recreation Program Coordinator, this position provides support for teen programs at the Old Fire House Teen Center.  Duties include but are not limited to:  interacting with teens and providing supervision and ensuring participant safety in busy drop-in program for 50-150 teens per evening; planning and leading activities appropriate for teen audiences; maintaining Teen Center, including site preparation and clean-up; and performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Knowledge of: current office practices and procedures; and computer software programs (MS Office) and equipment.
Skill in: interpersonal skills, and customer service using tact, patience and courtesy.
Ability to: work in a team setting; communicate effectively with teens and other staff; explain and enforce City policies and procedures related to the Teen Center; proactively deal with customer service concerns.

Education and Experience:
High School diploma or equivalent; training in recreation, art, education, physical education, at-risk-youth or related field; and leadership experience working with culturally and ethnically diverse teen populations required.  Bilingual in Spanish desired.

Licenses/Other Requirements:
Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.  Valid Washington State driver's license by date of hire and a driving record that meets City standards.  Current First Aid and CPR certifications by date of hire.  Flexibility to work additional hours beyond regular scheduled programs for special events.

Working Conditions:
Work is performed in a teen center environment, subject to frequent interruptions and potentially stressful situations.  Lifting up to 50 pounds may be required.