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Description Are you looking for a great opportunity to connect with your community while investing in your future? Do you want to see first-hand what it’s like to engage in active, multi-generational work that directly contributes to the well-being of our greater Mill Valley community? If you answered yes, then you belong with Mill Valley Recreation! With our team, you will create memorable experiences while cultivating new and lasting connections within our greater Southern Marin Community. You will have the opportunity to grow and learn through consistent, quality training and, apply your learning through direct hands-on experience. Location 180 Camino Alto Mill Valley, 94941 Must be 15 years of age or older to apply for this position. Note: Teen Aide position is for the academic schoolyear and not summer camps. Definition Under supervision of the Teen Coordinator and Teen Director, provide supervision of teens as well as be a positive role model and assist with activity planning and implementation. Program hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday from 3-6pm, Wednesdays from 2-6pm and Fridays from 3-5pm. Teen Aide is required to work occasional evenings and weekends for special events. Approximately 15 hours per week with the potential for more hours. Qualifications & Example Of Duties Ability to motivate & interact with teens ages 10-14. Possess strong leadership skills in one or more of the following areas: art, crafts, sports, special events, multi-media. Lead teen activities. Create & maintain a positive environment in the Teen Zone Program. Maintain structure and discipline within a group setting, while encouraging and promoting student participation in a positive manner. Take direction from supervisors. The ability to speak English clearly and understandably. Perform related duties as required. Have strong customer service skills and the ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public. Work unassisted with minimal supervision. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, co-workers, other agencies and the general public. Must be able to lift 50lbs. Training & Experience Teen Aide will assist in leading Teen Zone, a daily drop-in program for local middle school students. While on duty, Teen Aide may be responsible for check-in and check-out of participants, oversee an in-house snack bar, and facilitate set-up of the Teen Zone game room (including setting up video games, ping pong table, quiet homework spaces, and more). Light cleaning duties will be expected. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to lift 50 lbs. PRE-EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS: Candidates receiving a conditional job offer must pass a pre-placement fingerprint review. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Mill Valley is committed to a comprehensive affirmative action employment program and actively seeks applications from both sexes, ethnic minorities, and individuals with disabilities, US Veterans and qualified persons of all ages. Candidates receiving a conditional job offer must pass a pre-placement DOJ fingerprint/background review before starting work. Ideal Candidate Availability to work flexible hours outside of a typical workday (weekday afternoons, evenings, and occasional weekends) Customer Service oriented (patient and responsive) Attention to Detail Prompt, timely Enjoys the opportunity to get moving and away from the desk while they work Benefits Opportunity to work in a wonderful facility with supportive colleagues. Receive a free pass to our Aquatic and Fitness Center with employment. Receive discounts to programs, please ask hiring staff more about how to qualify for this opportunity. Special Instructions The City of Mill Valley utilizes CalOpps.org to accept and process employment applications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the City’s official application form but should accompany the application. All applications and resumes will be reviewed to select those applicants whose qualifications appear to most closely match the requirements of the position. A limited number of qualified applicants may be invited to participate in the subsequent phase(s) of the recruitment process, which may include one or more of the following: written examination, performance examination, assessment exercises, oral interviews, and complete background checks. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement in the selection process. Paper applications may be obtained from the City of Mill Valley at City Hall, 26 Corte Madera Avenue, Mill Valley, CA 94941 or by calling (415) 388-4033x4835. Recruitment Contact Contact Phone (415)383-1370 Contact Email sbruni@cityofmillvalley.org Seniority level Entry level Employment type Part-time Job function Other Industries: Government Administration Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at City of Mill Valley by 2x Get notified about new Recreation Assistant jobs in Mill Valley, CA. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Mill Valley

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