Teen After-School Program - Recreation Assistants

Position Information

Please read this entire announcement before submitting your application.

The Department of Parks & Recreation (DPR) is seeking temporary Recreation Assistants (entry level through leader level) to make a difference in the lives of Arlington's teens by joining our team of dynamic & engaging after school program staff.

DPR's Teen After School Programs are designed to provide youth with a fun, safe, challenging, and enriching experience where they can learn, grow, and play! Teen After School Program staff are a consistent and impactful presence on the youth in our programs and help create a physically & emotionally safe space where teens can explore interests, receive academic support, contribute to their community, build new friendships, participate in new experiences, engage in opportunities for learning, and more!

Specific duties include:

• Maintaining safe environments for all participants;

• Providing exemplary customer service to each participant, family, and guardian;

• Planning, leading, and conducting recreation activities;

• Enthusiastically and collaboratively participating in program activities;

• Performing administrative and supervisory duties (depending on level);

• Working with individuals with disabilities and providing personal care of participants (training provided); and

• Performing other duties as assigned.

Successful candidates will have good character and integrity, positive communication skills, reliable transportation, and the ability to complete tasks, take initiatives, and work successfully in a team environment.

Selection Criteria

Applications are being accepted for the following position levels:

Recreation Assistant II - ($17.12 - $27.77 Hourly)

Responsible for planning and conducting recreation activities, completing participant and program evaluations, and performing supervisory and administrative duties.

Minimum:

• Some experience in administering recreational programs or facility monitoring; and

• Adult and Child First Aid/CPR/AED Certifications, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.

Recreation Assistant III - ($19.10 - $31.02 Hourly)

Responsible for planning and conducting recreation activities, completing participant and program evaluations, and performing supervisory and administrative duties.

Minimum:

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent;

• Some experience in administering recreational programs or facility monitoring; and

• Adult and Child First Aid/CPR/AED Certifications, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.

Recreation Assistant IV - ($23.00 - $37.38 Hourly)

Responsible for directing a program and performing supervisory and administrative duties.

Minimum:

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent;

• Considerable experience administering recreational programs including some experience leading or supervising recreational programs; and

• Adult and Child First Aid/CPR/AED Certifications, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.

Substitution: Successful completion of related college coursework from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the experience requirement.

Desirable: Preference may be given to candidates with one or more of the following:

• Active Adult and Child First Aid/CPR/AED Certifications;

• Experience working with youth in a recreational setting;

• Experience working with diverse populations;

• Experience and willingness to work with individuals with disabilities; and/or

• Bilingual capabilities in English/Spanish.

Special Requirements

If selected, staff may be required to provide:

Background Check: A pre-employment criminal records check will be conducted. It will include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You will be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.

Driver's License: The applicant must possess, or obtain by time of appointment, a valid driver's license, or have the ability or willingness to use alternative methods of transportation to perform assigned duties and responsibilities at locations other than the primary worksite. The applicant must authorize Arlington County to obtain or provide a copy of their official driving record. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon a favorable review of the applicant's driving record.

TB Check: Provide negative TB results or submit to a TB screening.

Letters of Reference/Transcripts: Provide letters of reference and/or supporting documentation to verify work/school experience prior to an offer of employment. Letters of reference may be attached to this application.

Additional Information

The pay ranges listed above are effective July 1, 2024.

Work Hours: Multiple positions are available. Core hours are 2:00-6:00 p.m. Monday

• Friday from September

• June. Staff hours are 20-35 hours per week depending on position and program location, Additional hours may be available with morning DPR preschool programs, and with Youth, Teen, and Family programs on Arlington Public Schools' early release days, school break days, evenings and weekends. Additional background checks and paperwork are required for staff interested in working with licensed preschool programs.

Please note: This recruitment is open-continuous, but applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. Qualified applicants will be considered and interviewed consistently throughout the recruitment until the job is filled or we receive enough applicants.

Your responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire are considered part of the selection process. Please do not enter "see resume" as a response to the questions.

Each section of the application must be completed. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for the completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

This position is eligible for various County government employee benefits dependent on hours worked including accumulated sick leave.

Arlington County is committed to advancing diversity, equity, access, and inclusion across all our services, activities, and programs. Learn more about our commitment.

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Applicants who have questions or need assistance with the application may telephone (703) 228-3500 or visit the Human Resources Department. Our staff will be happy to work with you to enter your application into the system. Public access computers are available at all County Libraries, and in the Human Resources Department.

The examination process for this position may include: (1) training and experience evaluation; (2) written and oral examination; (3) personal interview; (4) performance test/work sample; and/or (5) physical examination.

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process. Please call the ADA Coordinator at 703-228-3559 (voice) or email pers@arlingtonva.us.

Eligibility for Arlington County Government employee benefits depends on your position type (permanent or temporary) and your status (full-time or part-time).

More detailed information on benefits and conditions of employment is available on the Arlington County Human Resources Department website: www.arlingtonva.us/pers.

Permanent, Full-Time Appointments

All jobs are permanent, full-time appointments unless otherwise stated in the announcement. The following benefits are available:

Paid Leave: Vacation leave is earned at the rate of five hours biweekly. Leave accrual increases gradually until eight hours of leave are earned biweekly for twelve or more years of service. Sick leave is earned at the rate of four hours biweekly. Paid parental and family leave benefits are also offered. Leave is pro-rated for part-time employees.

Holidays: There are eleven paid fixed holidays each year, as well as two floating holidays. Initial allotment of floating holidays may vary based on when you are hired.

Health and Dental Insurance: Four group health insurance plans are offered - a health maintenance organization, two plans with in-network only coverage, and a high-deductible plan with in and out-of-network coveerage, along with a Health Savings Account (HSA). Group dental insurance is also offered, with two options for coverage. The County pays a significant portion of the premium for these plans for employees and their dependents. The County also contributes to the HSA.

Life Insurance: Basic life insurance is provided at no cost to employees. The benefit is one times annual salary. Additional life insurance may be purchased for yourself, spouse, and/or children.

Retirement: The County retirement program is made up of three parts: a defined benefit (pension) plan, a defined contribution plan (401(a)), and a deferred compensation plan (457). The defined benefit plan provides a monthly retirement benefit based on your final average salary and years of service with the County. You contribute a portion of your salary on a pre-tax basis to this plan. General employees contribute 4% of pay; uniformed public safety employees contribute 7.5% of pay. The County also contributes to this plan. Employees become vested in the plan at five years of service.

For general employees, the County also contributes 4.2% of pay to a defined contribution plan (401(a)). The 457 deferred compensation plan allows you to save for retirement on either a pre-tax (457b) or post-tax (457 Roth) basis up to the IRS annual limit. New employees are automatically enrolled with a pre-tax contribution equal to 2% of your pay. A variety of investment options are available for the 401(a) and 457 plans.

Other Benefits: The County also offers health care, dependent care, and parking flexible spending accounts; adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement; transit and walk/bike to work subsidies; a college savings plan; wellness programs; training opportunities; and a variety of other benefits.

Permanent, Part-Time Appointments:

Part-time employees who work ten or more hours per week receive paid leave and benefits in proportion to the number of hours worked per week.

Limited Term Appointments:

Benefits are the same as permanent appointments except that the employees do not achieve permanent status.

Temporary Regular Appointments:

Temporary regular employees who work 30 hours or more per week are eligible for health, dental, and basic life insurance as described above. They are also eligible for vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.

Temporary Seasonal and Occasional Appointments:

Temporary employees who work on a seasonal basis or variable hours receive sick leave, but do not normally receive other paid leave or benefits. Exceptions are noted in individual announcements.

01

Please indicate your highest level of completed education.

• Currently enrolled in High School

• High School Diploma/GED

• Associate Degree

• Bachelor's Degree or higher

• None of the above

02

How much experience do you have in administering recreational programs and/or facility monitoring?

• None

• Less than 6 months

• 6 months but less than 1 year

• 1 but less than 2 years

• 2 years or more

03

Please indicate if you possess any of the following experiences/certifications: (Check all that apply and ensure this information is reflected on your application)

• Completing participant and program evaluations

• Working with youth in a recreation setting

• Working with individuals with disabilities

• Experience in program design, planning, implementation, and evaluation

• Ability to provide personal care as needed to participants

• First Aid/CPR/AED Certifications

• None of the above

04

If you meet the position requirements, what is the minimum level of employment you will accept (please review the job description for the information on employment levels)?

• Program Staff (Recreation Assistant II)
• Assistant Director (Recreation Assistant III)
• Director (Recreation Assistant IV)

05

Two reference letters may be requested from all candidates for these positions. Will you be able to meet this requirement?

• Yes

• No

06

This position requires staff to work from 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. Monday

• Friday. Will you be able to meet this requirement?

• Yes

• No

07

Are you available for school break days during morning, evening, or weekend hours?

• Yes

• No

Required Question

Agency Arlington County

Address 2100 Clarendon Blvd, Suite 511

Arlington, Virginia, 22201

Phone 703-228-3500

Website https://careers.arlingtonva.us/