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High School Youth Employee - Recreation Leader

City of Charleston
Posted 6 months ago, valid for 8 days
Salary

$18.5 per hour

Contract type

Part Time

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  • The City of Charleston is seeking applicants for a part-time role in the Office of Children, Youth & Family within the Health & Welfare, Livability & Tourism Department.
  • The position offers a pay rate of $18.50 per hour for a commitment of 20 hours per week over 8 weeks during the summer of 2026.
  • Candidates must be current high school students and at least 16 years of age by the hire date to qualify for this position.
  • Responsibilities include assisting with recreational activities, setting up equipment, and monitoring children during events.
  • Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, and interested individuals are encouraged to refer to the job description for more details.
This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled.

Annual Salary:

Please refer to the job description for qualifications and salary expectations.

Department:

Health & Welfare, Livability & Tourism

Division:

Office of Children, Youth & Family

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

PAY: $17.50 / hour

Schedule: 20-Hours Per Week for 8 weeks (between the months of June - August 2026)

Locations:

  • Arthur Christopher Community Center - 265 Fishburne Street
  • St. Julian Devine Community Center- 1 Cooper Street
  • Shaw Community Center - 20 Mary Street

*Applicant must be a high school student and least 16 years of age by hire date.*

This role will learn about municipal recreation operations and engaging the community in a variety of activities. 

Examples of Duties:

  • Works at an assigned recreation facility:
  • Helps with set up of chairs, tables, supplies and equipment in designated areas for scheduled day camp activities. 
  • Under supervision, assists in arts and crafts, games, and other structured activities. 
  • Provides support on camp on field trips and outings. 
  • Assists with answering questions and communicating with parents. 
  • Monitors children to ensure orderly conduct. 
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

 Basic Qualifications:

  • Available to work 20 hours per week for 8 weeks (between the months of June - August 2026)
  • Current high school student
  • At least 16 years of age by hire date

The City of Charleston is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEOC) as a fundamental policy to be implemented and observed in our daily operation.  Our full EEOC statement can be found on our website: www.charleston-sc.gov [charleston-sc.gov]



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