Seasonal Green Tukwila Site Supervisor
Seasonal Green Tukwila Site Supervisor
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Description
Tukwila Parks and Recreation (TPR) Green Tukwila Program (GTP) is actively seeking a Seasonal Site Supervisor who is punctual energetic enthusiastic selfstarter and flexible with the ability to work weekend hours. This position will oversee and lead community volunteers in ecological restoration work parties and environmental programs that support the Green Tukwila 20year Stewardship Plan that identifies 138 acres needing ecological restoration.
With work in the office and the field this position involves multifaceted duties that require collaboration and problemsolving and an elevated level of motivation versatility and independence. The Seasonal Green Tukwila Site Supervisor will report directly to the Tukwila Park and Recreation Stewardship Coordinator for the Green Tukwila Partnership. This position serves as part of the Community and Volunteer Engagement Program and will assist in all aspects of volunteer organization coordination community education and restoration events.
About Our Community:
The City of Tukwila is a unique and exciting city to live work and visit even though it is just under 10 square miles. With only 22000 residents the city sees upwards of 150000 visitors and workers daily. The residential population is also host to individuals from all over the world with over 80 languages spoken by students of the Tukwila School District making it a truly unique community.
Tukwila is also home to the largest mall in the Pacific Northwest headquarters for major national and international corporations The Museum of Flight and a thriving hub of popular retail stores restaurants and other businesses.
Our Mission: To provide superior services that support a safe inviting healthy environment for our residents businesses and guests.
All potential team members are evaluated on the following values:
CaringWe support the diverse community we serve with compassion empathy and kindness.
Professional We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards and act with integrity and transparency. We are respectful and courteous with all.
Responsive We are timely and effective in the delivery of great customer service. We continually strive to find innovative ways to improve.
About Tukwila Parks and Recreation
Tukwila is home to over 150 acres of open space including parks multiuse trails Foster Golf Links and the Tukwila Community Center. The mission of the Tukwila Parks and Recreation is to enhance the quality of life for residents businesses and visitors through a quality system of public spaces programs and events that enhance and promote opportunities for health and fitness personal growth relaxation community connection civic engagement and environmental stewardship.
About the Green Tukwila Partnership
The City of Tukwila joined the Green Cities Partnership a collaboration of Puget Sound cities working to steward natural open spaces in 2017. Tukwilas program is called the Green Tukwila Partnership (GTP) and is under Tukwila Parks and Recreation department. Together with Forterra EarthCorps Duwamish Alive Coalition Partner in Employment Dirt Corps King County Parks and the Tukwila community Green Tukwila Partnership will care for public parks and natural open spaces across the city. Over the next 20 years the partnership will work to restore and maintain 138 acres of Tukwilas urban forest.
Schedule
This seasonal 10houraweek position is termlimited starts April 2025 and ends on December 31 2025. Schedule is somewhat flexible and will be established with new hire it will require two Saturdays a month to support field events.
Possible Monthly Schedules: 9:00 am 2:30 pm
Week 1 Week 2: Thursday Friday and Week 3 Week 4: Friday Saturday
Set Schedule: Friday and Saturday
HOWTO APPLY:
Please submit an onlineapplication cover letter and/or resumevia our NEOGOV job link. Initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the education and work experience sections of your application along with your cover letter and resume.
Veterans Preference
City of Tukwila follows the guidance given by the State of Washington regarding applying Veterans Preference under provisions of RCW 73.16.010 and WAC 357.16.110 2. Please attach a copy of your DD214 or NGB Form 22 to your online application if you are eligible to claim Veterans Preference. Character of service should reflect as being Honorable. General discharge under Honorable Condition does not qualify.
Selection Process
This selection process may include but is not limited to evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions testing and interviewing. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process please send a request to Human Resources at.Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Scope of Responsibility Tukwila Parks and Recreation (TPR) Green Tukwila Program (GTP) is actively seeking a Seasonal Site Supervisor who is punctual energetic enthusiastic selfstarter and flexible with the ability to work weekend hours. This position will oversee and lead community volunteers in ecological restoration work parties and environmental programs that support the Green Tukwila 20year Stewardship Plan that identifies 138 acres needing ecological restoration. With work in the office and the field this position involves multifaceted duties that require collaboration and problemsolving and an elevated level of motivation versatility and independence. The Seasonal Green Tukwila Site Supervisor will report directly to the Tukwila Park and Recreation Stewardship Coordinator for the Green Tukwila Partnership. This position serves as part of the Community and Volunteer Engagement Program and will assist in all aspects of volunteer organization coordination community education and restoration events. Field work includes onsite leadership of volunteers invasive plant removal litter clean ups native plant installation maintaining tools and other outdoor projects. Office tasks include data entry researching printing laminating emailing recruiting volunteers and developing logistics for field work. The City of Tukwila is listed in Washingtons top ten most diverse cities. The ideal candidate for this position has a strong relationship with South King County communities is responsive to public needs easily and meaningfully engages with others and actively encourages diversity and equity.
Job Responsibilities/Duties: Support and lead high quality volunteer events on Saturdays and weekdays for restoration and litter clean ups. Recruit register and coordinate program volunteers. Provide leadership and direction to volunteers and work cooperatively with staff and program partners. Track volunteers using CEDAR Microsoft Excel and Jotform to maintain volunteer program records. Table at events for Tukwila Parks and Recreation and the Green Tukwila Partnership. Support public environmental education through marketing and workshops as needed. Maintain Green Tukwilas program materials tools and vehicles. Support GTP programs: Urban Forest Stewards AdoptASpot and Youth Green Crew Internship.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Ability to work with minimum or no supervision;
- Working knowledge of hazards and safety practices;
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing;
- Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with program staff
- participants volunteers parents and the general public;
- Physical ability sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position.
- Demonstrated ability to lead a diverse group and comfortable with public speaking.
- Punctual energetic enthusiastic selfstarter
- A demonstrated ability to manage workload schedule and resources to meet deadlines and achieve goals
- A demonstrated ability to effectively perform multiple responsibilities simultaneously and/or frequently moving from one activity to another without losing focus
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software and social media platforms.
- Strong written and oral skills
Education Experience and Other Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
(A) Possess a High School Diploma or G.E.D.;
(B) Minimum of 18 years old;
(C) Collegelevel coursework in Recreation Education or related field (preferred);
(D) Minimum of twoyears experience in a similar work environment of which at least 6months was in a supervisory role.
Special Requirements:
Must possess a valid Drivers License/ID. Must be physically capable of assisting and participating in physical activities and have the ability to work outside in all weather conditions.Maintain current CPR/First Aid certifications or the ability to obtain prior to employment.
SelectionGuidelines:
These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Temp
