Recreation Leader - After School (Temporary)

Recreation Leader - After School (Temporary)

City of Dubuque

1 Positions

ID: 590034003-TEMP-08202

Posted On 08/14/2026

Refreshed On 09/14/2026

Job Overview

Position Summary

*This posting will be used to fill multiple positions. Programs run from September through May.

The Two (2) work locations and times are as follows:

• Lincoln School at 555 Nevada Street - 3:00 - 5:30 p.m., Monday-Friday

• Prescott School at 1151 White Street - 3:00 to 5:30 p.m., Monday- Friday

GENERAL SUMMARY: The After School Program Leader will supervise youth after school until 5:30pm each day; provide wrap-around care for working parents; conduct recreation activities with after school programming groups; organize and promote activities, such as arts and crafts, sports, games, music, social recreation, movies, and hobbies, taking into account the needs and interests of individual members; model positive behaviors for youth; work with the professional/program staff in support of a structured recreation program.

Job Duties

JOB DUTIES:

• Assist the school site program supervisor in planning and conducting activities.

• Enforce rules or regulations.

• Promote services or programs.

• Organize recreational activities or events.

• Gather information in order to provide services to recreation program participants.

• Monitor recreational after school operations.

• Administer first aid.

• Prepare operational reports or records.

• Demonstrate activity techniques or equipment use.

• Explain regulations, policies, or procedures.

• Greet youth, parents, or visitors.

• Communicate with management or other staff to resolve problems.

• Develop plans for recreation program participants.

• Provide encouragement to youth or families.

• Accompany individuals or groups to activities.

• Develop plans for programs or services.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local school site operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

• Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer services including recreation participant needs assessment and meeting quality standards for after school programming services.

• Social Perceptiveness - Understanding people's reactions.

• Service Orientation - Looking for ways to help people.

• Speaking - Talking to others.

• Active Listening - Listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions.

• Monitoring - Keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements.

• Instructing - Teaching people how to do something.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Age 16 or older

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience working with children or youth.

Supplemental Information

FLSA STATUS; Non-exempt

SUPERVISORY STATUS : Functional

Primary Contact

214881

City of Dubuque Human Resources Department

Human Resources Department, Human Resources Department

563-589-4125

Phone

Phone

Phone

Fax

[email protected]

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Job Details

Categories

Athletics/Fitness/Recreation

Education

Government/Public Service

Location

Dubuque, IA

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Full Time

Pay/Salary

$15.57 - $17.30 Hourly

Company ID

931

Job REQ #

590034003-TEMP-082026

# Positions

1

Start Date

20260814

End Date

20261014

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Whether at City Hall or out on city streets, our employees serve our residents, businesses, and visitors every day. Join the City of Dubuque team to be part of a high-performance organization dedicated to the community and to delivering excellent municipal services. We are input-oriented, see problems as opportunities, search for creative solutions, and work as a team to accomplish goals and build partnerships. At the City of Dubuque, your work is meaningful and supports the community.

The City of Dubuque values its employees and offers competitive salaries and benefits such as:

• Health and Dental Insurance

• 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave

• Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Holidays

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Retirement Savings (IPERS)

• Deferred Compensation Plan

• Life and AD&D Insurance Coverage

• Short-Term Disability

• Employee Assistance Program

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• Longevity Pay Starting After 6 Years of Service

• Flexible Work Arrangements

• Paid Time Volunteering

With positions in over 30 departments and divisions, your perfect career fit is waiting for you at the City of Dubuque. Ready to join our team? Visit www.CityOfDubuque.org/Jobs .