Program Leader - Bike Safety Education

PROGRAM LEADER - BIKE SAFETY EDUCATION

Part-time, non-exempt, non-benefitted position

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: 

Open to internal applicants only through 5PM on 8/15/2025

All applications due by 5PM on 9/2/2025

Anticipated start date 9/12/2025

JOB DESCRIPTION:

General Statement of Duties: Plans, organizes, and oversees all program activities at a program site; does related work as required.
 

Distinguishing Features of The Class: An employee in this classification is responsible for the day-to-day operations of a District program at a program site. Work is performed under the supervision of a Supervisor who reviews work primarily on the basis of results attained, feedback from participants and parents, and direct observation. Supervision is not normally a responsibility of positions in this classification. However, incumbents are responsible for overseeing the work of Activity Leaders working at the site.

Examples of Essential Duties Performed

(Illustrative only. Any single position of a class will not necessarily involve all of the duties listed, and many positions will involve duties that are not listed.)

• Plans, schedules, and implements bicycle related activities in a school setting.


• Acts as lead worker to Activity Leaders which includes assigning and reviewing work, putting together daily schedule and providing work assistance as required.


• Maintains appropriate records and prepares reports related to programs and activities.


• Handles disciplinary problems with program participants.


• Administers first aid and responds to emergencies as required.


• Responds to a variety of questions, concerns, and/or complaints from parents, staff, and program participants.


• Reports cases of suspected child abuse to supervisor and contacts Services to Children and Families as necessary.


• Performs additional job-related duties or tasks as required.

Desirable Qualifications

Knowledge: Comprehension of Oregon State childcare rules and regulations. Basic knowledge of bicycle safety, equipment, and rules of the road as they pertain to bicycles. Some knowledge of behavior management of school-age children; planning and implementing recreational and educational activities for school-age children; record keeping.

Skills: Proficiently and safely riding a bicycle on multiple surfaces and in varied conditions. Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to contribute as a team member in a fast-paced, diverse work environment. Experience with mentoring and engaging with youth. The administration of basic first aid and CPR. Experience in organizing and facilitating a daily schedule.

Abilities: Communicate effectively, both verballing and in writing; work successfully with children and parents; work independently; act calmly and effectively in emergency situations; deal effectively with behavioral problems of children; lead, assign and review the work of others; maintain records and prepare accurate reports.

Physical Demands of The Position: The employee will frequently be required to stand and be mobile for over 70% of the work period. While performing the duties of this position the employee will frequently be required to crouch or kneel and seldom be required to bend and twist. Physical exertion and coordination is occasionally required to lift materials up to 30 pounds such as activity materials, snack foods, furniture etc. The position requires the use of arms, wrists, and hands, including manual dexterity and coordination, for the vast majority of the work period. The employee is occasionally required to use a step stool and reach above the head and shoulder. In performing the essential duties of this position, the employee will spend over 70% of the work period indoors and the remainder outdoors, thus exposure to heat in summer is likely. Exposure to loud noise is low, and never requires ear protection. Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this class with reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depends, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to the disability and the ability of the hiring department to accommodate the limitation.

Personal Protective Equipment: Access to nitrile gloves for the administration of first aid. Protective eye protection when needed. Proper disposal equipment (bio hazard bags, etc)

Minimum Experience and Training: High school graduation or equivalency and one year of experience in community education, parks and recreation, or related area which included working closely with children and the general public; or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the above-described duties.

Preferred Experience and Training: Education and training in teaching bicycle riding, maintenance and safety to the public. Two years of progressively responsible experience in childcare, community education, recreation setting, or related area; or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the above-described duties.

Necessary Special Requirements: Possession of or ability to obtain current first aid and CPR certificates.

Hours/Shift:

This position will work variable hours

Drug Free Workplace

This job is considered safety sensitive, a drug screen test and ability to pass a criminal background check will be required prior to employment.

Oregon Pay Equity 

Willamalane Park and Recreation District determines starting pay based on the applicant's relevant education, experience and training within the wage and salary range for the position. This process is consistent with Oregon pay equity laws. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

BENEFITS: 

• Annual cost of living increase (up to 4% as approved by the Board). 


• Merit increase (3%) upon successful completion of probationary period and then annually. 


• Additional $1/hour increase upon successful completion of a Spanish competency test. 


• Discount on selected childcare programs (see Policy Manual for restrictions).


• 25-percent discount on certain recreation programs.


• Free use of pools for lap and play swim for employee only. Discount for household members. 


• Free use of fitness center for employee only. Discount for household members.


• Free Wellness programs for employee.


• Payroll direct deposit is available.