Job Details

Salary: $17.85 Hourly
Location : Grove City, OH
Job Type: Part-time II
Job Number: 25-5965-1
Department: Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: 01/10/2025
Closing Date: 4/10/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

General Description and Qualifications
If you're looking for a Monday through Friday part-time role with predictable hours and enjoy working with children, the Grove City Parks and Recreation Department has an opportunity for you.

We are currently seeking caring, compassionate and motivated individuals to staff our P.A.R.K. programs both before and after school. P.A.R.K. (Programmed After-school Recreation for Kids) is a childcare program that offers a safe place for elementary school-aged children to stay physically, mentally, and socially active when school is in session.

Before School hours: 6 am to 8 am
After School hours: 2:15 pm to 6:15 pm
Program locations: Buckeye Woods, J.C. Sommer, Highland Park, Monterey, and Richard Avenue Elementary Schools.
Maximum hours scheduled per week: 28
Starting salary: $17.85 per hour
School holidays off! If Southwestern-City Schools are closed for the day, the PARK program is also closed for the day.
Also hiring: Substitute PARK Leaders, Summer PARK Leaders
Appointed by the Mayor in consultation with the Administrative Assistant, the P.A.R.K. Leader under the immediate supervision of the Recreation Supervisor is responsible for the development, organization, and execution of a well-balanced, diversified program of activities during P.A.R.K. (Programmed Afterschool Recreation for Kids).
The P.A.R.K. Leader shall be chosen solely on the basis of their qualifications, and as shown by the adequacy of their successful experience.

• Has proven ability in oral and written communications.
• Has the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public officials, civic leaders and the public in general.
• Sufficient knowledge to carry out a full range of varied responsibilities and discharge the accountability required of the PARK Leader.
• Completion of secondary education (high school or GED); must be 18 years of age; must be able to qualify for and remain insurable under the City's vehicle insurance policy
• Has the ability to follow direction, provide necessary services and enforce stated rules and regulations.
• Experience with school age children preferred; College credits in Early Childhood Education/Child Development, Education, Recreation, or another related field preferred, but not required.
• The ability to plan and provide appropriate school age activities and have a basic understanding of child development and group management.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Current adult, child and infant CPR and first aid certifications preferred, but not required.
Essential Functions of the Position
The P.A.R.K. Leader shall have the following powers and duties under the appropriate immediate supervisor:

• Obey and promptly execute all orders of the Administrative Assistant.
• Demonstrates regular and reliable attendance.
• Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions.
• Plans daily games and activities for children.
• Supports and implements a daily program consistent with the P.A.R.K. goals and philosophy.
• Assists with the preparation of monthly calendar of events, newsletters, and requests for supplies. Maintains inventory of supplies and Grove City Parks and Recreation Department equipment (first aid box, games, balls, etc.)
• Assists the Site Manager in completing Site Manager report form, injury reports, attendance rosters, and all other necessary paperwork to turn in on a weekly basis to the Recreation Supervisor.
• Maintains positive communication with supervisors, P.A.R.K. staff, school personnel, parents, and children.
• Attends all staff meetings and In-Service trainings.
• Supervises all activities and children to ensure safety of all participants.
• All other duties as assigned by the Site Manager and Recreation Supervisors and follows all policies outlined in the P.A.R.K. Leader Handbook.
• Oversees other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.
• Follows all rules, regulations and ethics conduct as set forth by the Grove City Parks and Recreation Department and the City of Grove City.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Working Conditions and Equipment Operated
The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive:

Personal computer, computer software (e.g., RecTrac, Microsoft Office), printer, copy machine, fax machine, and other standard business office equipment.

The employee has exposure to chemical compounds found in an office environment (e.g., toner, correction fluid, etc.); ascends and/or descends stairs; has contact with potentially violent or emotionally distraught persons; regularly required to lift, carry, push, or pull objects 30 lbs or less.

Note: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered light work.

Minimum Acceptable Characteristics, Licensure and/or Certification
(*indicates developed after employment)

Knowledge of: Appropriate early education and childcare practices; office practices and procedures; English grammar and spelling; records management; *City/department goals and objectives; *City/department policies and procedures; *workplace safety practices and procedures; *personnel rules and regulations; public relations.

Skill in: typing; MS Word or other word processing software; computer operation; use of modem office equipment; use of telephone/mobile phone.

Ability to: carry out simple instructions; carry out instructions in basic written, oral, or picture form; interpret a variety of instructions in basic written, oral, picture, or schedule form; deal with problems involving several variables within a familiar context; read, copy, and record figures accurately; complete routine forms; prepare routine correspondence; prepare accurate documentation; compile and prepare reports; respond to routine inquiries from public and/or officials; communicate effectively; instruct others; understand a variety of written and/or verbal communications; arrange items in numerical or alphabetical order; sort items into categories according to established methods; *maintain records according to established procedures; work alone on most tasks; answer routine telephone inquiries; develop and maintain effective working relationships; demonstrate manual dexterity; travel to and gain access to work site.
The City of Grove City s an Equal Opportunity Employer
Eligible for Tuition Reimbursement program after 90 days.
OPERS Pension with employer match.
Health benefits are not available for this position.
01

This position requires availability during the school year. Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.Are you available to work between the hours of 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. during the school year?

• Yes
• No

02

This position requires you to be at least 18 years of age at the time of employment. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you possess a current basic first aid certification?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you possess a current adult CPR certification?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you possess a current child and infant CPR certification?

• Yes
• No

07

Which of the following best describes your formal education?

• I do not have any formal education beyong a high schoool diploma or GED.ldhood Education
• I have some college credits that total to less than an Associate's Degree
• I have an Associate's Degree but less than a Bachelor's Degree.
• I have a Bachelor's Degree but less than a Master's Degree.
• I have a Master's Degree or Doctorate's Degree.

08

What is the extent of your work experience planning games and activities for children?

• I have not performed this task and I do not have training in this task
• I have performed this task 3 to 30 times while on the job
• I have performed this task 31 to 75 times while on the job
• I have performed this task 76 to 150 times while on the job
• I have performed this task more than 151 times while on the job

09

What is the extent of your work experience verbally communicating with parents about child's behavior/performance/activity?

• I have not performed this task and I do not have training in this task
• I have performed this task 3 to 30 times while on the job
• I have performed this task 31 to 75 times while on the job
• I have performed this task 76 to 150 times while on the job
• I have performed this task more than 151 times while on the job

Required Question