Youth Camp and Program Aide (Variable Hour)

JOB LOCATION

City of Aurora, Colorado

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.
 
Why Work for Aurora?

• Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
• Diverse community
• Competitive total compensation package
• Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
• Light rail station minutes away
• On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
• Access to innovation workspaces

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Kids need a champion who can handle a wild game of tag and a craft project gone slightly wrong. You belong here if you love helping ages 6 to 14 grow into awesome humans while keeping your cool during a field trip. Our team values people who do the right thing every time and treat every family with genuine kindness. Showing up with a positive attitude matters because you represent the City to our community. Being bilingual in English and Spanish is a huge plus for reaching everyone. Expect to run, jump, and maybe lift 50 pounds. You will need to pass background checks and get CPR certified to keep our campers safe. Join us to create fun memories and build real relationships with kids from all walks of life.  🎨🏀🌟

Must be 16 years old at the time of hire 

The hiring rate for this role is $16.00/hour.

This is classified as a VHNE (Variable Hour Non-Benefit Employee), meaning the selected candidate will work fewer than 29 hours per week. This position does not provide medical benefits. This position earns sick leave in accordance with the Healthy Families and Workplace Act. 

The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first-come, first-served basis; as soon as we determine we have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice. 

** This job announcement is for collecting candidate applications for current and future Youth Services Program Aides. Applicants will be contacted only when a position need is identified, and their qualifications match the position's needs. ** 

The selected applicant(s) will undergo the following conditions: 

• Background Check (if over 18)
• MVR 
• Fingerprints (via Trials and Identigo)

Position Overview:

Program Aides assist with the implementation of youth programs and activities under the direct supervision of a Program Leader or Program Director.  Programs can include gym games, crafts, field trips, swimming, and other activities. This job is considered an entry level position to gain work experience in addition to working with youth.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with creating activities and implementing programs for afterschool programs, school break camps, summer camps, and evening programs.
• Attend field trips to help maintain staff to child ratio. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 to 3 years of experience working/volunteering with youth ages 6 to 14.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Experience in creating and implementing programs for youth.

Knowledge:

Skills: 

• Problem solves efficiently.
• Strong organizational and time management
• Communication in an effective manner
• Writing/Editorial
• Teamwork/Supervisory

Abilities: 

• Ability to establish relationships with youth of different backgrounds, diversity, and history.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, all levels of management including executive staff, citizens, and elected officials.
• Handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Creatively solve problems and handle stressful situations in a positive manner.

Licenses and Certifications Required: 

• Valid Colorado Driver’s License
• Upon hiring
  • First Aid and CPR
  • Required to enroll and pass trainings required by Child Care Licensing within the first month of employment.
  • Required to submit and clear background checks required by Child Care Licensing
    • Colorado Bureau of Investigation
    • Federal Bureau of Investigation
    • TRAILS Abuse and Neglect Background Investigation Unit for Colorado Licensing

WORKING CONDITIONS

Essential Personnel: 

When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.

Physical Demands:

• Medium physical work that involves moving no more than 50 pounds with or without assistance at a time with or without assistance.
• May require occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing.
• May require occasional pushing, pulling, bending, and stooping.
• Clear vision to read and interpret reports and other written documents.
• Speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with participants, parents, and co-workers.

Work Environment:

• Works primarily indoors but may occasionally work outdoors during a field trip, while assisting with a program or outreach events in varying weather conditions.

Equipment Used:

• This position may infrequently require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment.
• Occasional use of cleaning and custodial equipment.
• Occasional use of emergency equipment and first aid supplies.
• Seldom use of a computer, telephone, two-way radio, and printer.

The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24.

For Veterans preference:  Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
           
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer.  We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants.  It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
                                         
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace.  A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
 

Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check. 

Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others.  

Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.