Playground Leader

Salary: $16.33 - $18.20 HourlyLocation : Community Center - 7000 Nicollet Ave, MNJob Type: SeasonalJob Number: 2026-00013Department: Recreation ServicesDivision: RecreationOpening Date: 02/25/2026Closing Date: Continuous Nature of WorkHOURS27 weekday hours: Monday - Thursday, June 8 through July 31, 2026.Orientation: June 8 - 11. No program on June 19 and June 29 - July 2, 2026.This is a seasonal position and is therefore temporary in nature. Position ends at the end of the season.NATURE OF WORKUnder general direction of the Recreation Supervisor, provides a wide range of recreation activities and fun outdoor opportunities for children ages 6 - 12. Assists with developing, preparing and implementing weekly theme-based activity plans to help participants actively engage, learn and have fun throughout the summer. Job DutiesESSENTIAL DUTIESActively engages with and provides supervision of participants to create a safe and interactive environment, including ensuring safety precautions, caring for and maintaining equipment, materials, and facilities, and performing light maintenance duties as assigned.Collaborates with other staff members for success of the program.Assists in the preparation and supervision of on-site and off-site field trips.Attends and participates in all orientation, planning and staff meetings.Prepares necessary forms and reports (accident, attendance, property damage) and assumes direct responsibility of turning in all written forms and materials to supervisor, as required.Administers first aid for minor injuries sustained by participants.Participates in efforts to ensure Richfield is an equitable, inclusive and respectful organization and supports the City's mission, vision and core values.COMPETENCIESAbility to work and communicate with a wide variety of people and ages.Ability to be creative and spontaneous, enthusiastic and flexible.Ability to understand and respect the diversity of participants and co-workers, effectively communicating with individuals who speak languages beyond English. QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMust be at least 15 years of age.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS At least one year experience working with children. Fluency in Spanish, Somali, Hmong or Vietnamese. Supplemental InformationPHYSICAL DEMANDSWork is conducted both indoors and outdoors. The physical demands that are described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing duties of this job, the employee must have the ability to:Regularly walk, stand, move around the buildings/outdoor environment, to actively engage with participants and access program materials/equipment (could include lifting/moving up to 50lbs)EEO STATEMENTThe City of Richfield is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss accommodation needs with us. The City does not discriminate against any employee, job applicant, or contractor on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age, marital status, genetics, status regarding public assistance, veteran status, familial status, or membership on a local human rights commission.This position is not eligible for benefits.01 The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal. Yes, I understand and agree No, I do not agree 02 Are you at least 15 years old? Yes No 03 The City of Richfield awards veterans' preference points to qualified veterans and spouses of deceased or disabled veterans in accordance with Minnesota State Statute 197.447. Are you requesting Veteran's Preference Points for this position? If so, please select your Veterans status and assure you have attached a copy of your DD-214 and/or documentation verifying your service-connected disability rating if you are deemed a disabled veteran, as defined in state statute, to your application. Not Applicable Veteran Disabled Veteran Spouse of Deceased Veteran Spouse of Disabled Veteran Required Question

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