Summer Youth Program Leader

Salary: $15.76 - $17.51 Hourly
Location : City Parks - New Brighton, MN
Job Type: Seasonal
Department: Parks & Recreation
Opening Date: 01/23/2026
Closing Date: 3/16/2026 8:00 AM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: NA

Description
Youth Program Leaders are responsible for supervising program participants planning and implementing age appropriate recreational activities and ensuring a safe program environment.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for attending all trainings, workshops, and staff meetings.
• Work cooperatively with supervisors, co-workers, participants, and parents.
• Ensure safety precautions are taken in all activities and follow proper emergency procedures when needed.
• Ensure the activity site is safe and appropriate for the activities being taught
• Teach skills and activities giving careful consideration to the specific needs and skill levels of the participant.
• Prepare weekly lesson plans and information material related to the programs with the approval of coordinator.
• Assist in the implementation and promotion of special events and trips.
• Carry out suggested lesson plans and follow a logical; sequential order of skill instruction.
• Supervise, assign tasks, and assist in training volunteers.
• Welcome, include, and guide volunteer staff.
• Communicate program needs and requests, including those of program participants or their parents to supervisors.
• Communicate with parents regarding program specific concerns and information regarding individual participants.
• Assist in the evaluation of the program.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Be at least 16 years of age.
• At least one year of experience working with elementary aged kids.
• First Aid/CPR certification within two months of hire.

Desired Qualifications

• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Communicate effectively in normal; loud and stressful situations.
• Move and/or lift materials and/or equipment typically greater than 40 lbs.

Competencies Common to All Positions

• Developing and maintaining a thorough working knowledge of all department and applicable City policies and procedures in order to help facilitate compliance with such policies and procedures by all personnel.
• Demonstrating by personal example the service excellence and integrity expected from all staff.
• Developing respectful and cooperative relationships with co-workers, including willing assistance to newer staff so job responsibilities can be performed with confidence as quickly as possible.
• Conferring regularly with and keeping the immediate supervisor informed of all important matters pertaining to those functions and job responsibilities for which accountable.
• Representing the City in a professional manner to the general public and other outside contacts / constituencies in a manner that helps maintain and enhance New Brighton's reputation as a well-managed City.
• Demonstrating a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Core Values Common to All Positions

• Innovation:
  We embrace innovation by staying curious, adaptable, and growth-minded while balancing new ideas with practical solutions.
• Excellence:
  We strive for excellence by delivering high-quality work with flexibility, support for one another, and meaningful service to our community.
• Optimism:
  We choose optimism in how we show up each day, bringing positive energy, encouragement, a sense of fun, and a focus on solutions.
• Connection:
  We build strong connections by communicating openly, working collaboratively, and creating a space of trust, support, and inclusion.

Disclaimer

The information listed above reflects minimum standards and illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific job functions, requirements, or tasks does not exclude them from the job if the work is similar, related, or a logical extension of the work assigned. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee.

The City of New Brighton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The City of New Brighton offers a robust benefits package, see details below. Labor union benefits are determined through collective bargaining and may have different retirement plans.

All staff:

• Paid Sick Leave / Earned Sick & Safe Time
• Dress for your day
• New Brighton Community Center Membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vision discount at participating providers
• PERA Retirement for non-union staff, some employees may be exempt from PERA depending on position
• Optional 457 / 457 Roth retirement plans
• MERSC - discounts for various retail, services, and events

Full-time staff:

• Employer contribution to health insurance premium & health saving account, with cash option if waived
• Employer-paid life insurance, with supplemental policies available
• Employee Wellness Program
• Flexible benefit plans for health care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and limited scope health care reimbursement
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible / remote work schedules
• Optional long-term disability, short-term disability, and AFLAC insurance