Program Lead (Programming)

Salary: $16.00 - $19.00 Hourly Location : Owatonna, MN Job Type: Seasonal/Temporary Job Number: Prog Lead 01 2026 Department: Parks and Recreation. Opening Date: 01/14/2026 Closing Date: 3/13/2026 3:00 PM Central FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: NA Description DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation DIVISION: Recreation LOCATION: Various locations within the Parks and Recreation facilities. IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Recreation Supervisor DIRECTION OF OTHERS: Guest Services NATURE OF WORK: Implement Recreation Programs provided by the Owatonna Parks and Recreation Department. Responsible for leading, monitoring, implementing, and supervising scheduled recreational activities and special events. 2026 SEASONAL/TEMPORARY POSITIONTENTATIVE START DATE: May 2026 APPLICANT NOTE: Please be sure to monitor the email associated with your candidate profile. The City of Owatonna communicates with applicants regarding the hiring process via email. Duties / ResponsibilitiesConduct necessary preparation, set-up and takedown of equipment and supplies prior to and after recreational activities and special events Provide a safe, fun, and supportive learning environment for all participants. Evaluate recreation programs with supervisor, temporary/seasonal staff and affiliated cosponsoring agencies. Effectively communicate and engage with participants and staff. Effectively monitor the behavior of participants to maintain order and safety. Maintain and organize inventory supplies. Inspect equipment and recreation areas to ensure safety and cleanliness Perform onsite maintenance activities such as shoveling, sweeping, mopping, and general cleaning as needed Provide exceptional customer service; answer questions effectively and appropriately, and follow-up as required. Supervise daily operation of seasonal/temporary staff according to established policies and guidelines. Monitor seasonal/temporary staff schedules and adjust as necessary. Assign seasonal/temporary staff tasks. Ensure all staff rules, regulations, and safety practices are properly enforced. Be an effective team member by exhibiting self-motivation, supporting other employees in handling tasks, interacting effectively and respectfully with others, showing a desire to contribute to the team effort, accepting assignments willingly, and completing tasks within agreed upon timelines. Ensure guests receive appropriate first aid and proper documentation is completed and reported. Complete required records and reports. Understand and implement procedures for weather, medical, environmental, and other emergencies. Give direction in emergency situations. Promote Owatonna Parks and Recreation programs and facilities. All other duties that apply. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Must possess a valid driver's license; ability to work with public; knowledge of computer operations; ability to work independently; must be at least 18 years of age by hire date; Certification in First Aid/CPR/AED for adults and pediatrics or obtain within 30 days of hire. Employee must be capable of operating miscellaneous office, safety, janitorial and other equipment relative to this position which shall include but may not be limited to: personal computer, copier, fax machine, communication equipment, Point of Sale equipment and related items; concessions equipment, and other program specific items. Hours of Work/Physical and Mental Demands Hours of Work: This is a position with scheduled shifts on evenings. May be scheduled 0-5 hours per week on a seasonal/temporary basis. Physical and Mental Demands: This position works at various facilities and locations including indoor and outdoor, with all types of weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, talk or hear, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to seventy-five (75) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. NA 01 Do you currently hold a valid Driver's License? Yes No 02 Are you at least 18 years of age by hire date? Yes No 03 How many years of customer service experience do you have? No experience Less than 1 year 1 - 2 years of experience 2 - 5 years of More than 5 years of experience 04 Please describe your customer service experience; if you have no experience, type N/A. 05 Do you have experience leading recreation programs? Yes No 06 Please list the recreation programs you have experience leading. If no experience, type N/A. 07 How many years of supervisor experience do you have? No experience Less than 1 year of experience 1 - 2 years of experience 2 - 5 years of experience More than 5 years of experience 08 Please describe your supervisory experience. If no experience, type N/A. 09 When are the beginning and ending dates you are available to work? 10 Are you available to work evenings? Yes No Required Question

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