Youth Development Leader; Douglas AHFC Grant

Position: Youth Development Leader (Douglas AHFC Grant)
Salary: $22.74 Hourly
Location : Douglas
Job Type: Part-Time Limited
Job Number:
Department: Parks & Recreation
Division: Zach Gordon Youth Center
Opening Date: 06/17/2026
Closing Date: 6/29/2026 4:30 PM Alaska
Position Number: 216305
Bargaining Unit: Unrepresented
Pay Range: 10
Hours Per Week: 10
Telework Availability: Not Available

Description
Zach Gordon Youth Services is looking for a qualified individual to become a Youth Development Leader helping run grant funded after school programs in Douglas!
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for someone who is dedicated to Juneau's youth and families. Someone who is interested in program development that is creative, fun, and place based. We are looking for someone who is excited to support and connect with families by hosting a monthly family night and communicating with families about upcoming activities and events. We are looking for someone who is a self-starter, organized, and has a sense of humor about things.

We are looking for someone who values relationships and is skilled in building in nurturing them.
THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM

The ZGYC team is a fun group! The workplace is flexible and creative. We encourage trying new things and laughing a lot. Our values are wellness, connection, and growth and we do our best to embrace these in all areas of our workplace. We have fun and are also dedicated and committed to being in service to our community.
WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION

This posting is for one (1) part-time position. Work will coincide with the Juneau School District calendar.
Typical Responsibilities
You will be helping us run a grant funded after school program!

In this position you will be working directly with youth, providing on-site programming 10 - 15 hours a week at either Geneva Woods or Cedar Park. This will include monthly family nights, field trips, and ongoing support of youth. The position is responsible for creating an overall safe and engaging space for youth.

Minimum Qualifications
Education:

Graduation from high school or the equivalent.
Experience:

Any combination of work experience or post-secondary education totaling six (6) months in any field.

Experience working with youth and/or families impacted by trauma or coordinating patient referral or care services is preferred.
Certifications:

First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of appointment.
Desirable Qualifications:

Alaska Driver's License (desired, not required)
NOTE:

Under Alaska Statute 12.62.160 (9) Appointments to this position are offered conditionally, pending the results of a criminal records report (Non-FBI). Human Resources evaluates the results to ensure the applicant does not have any convictions that result in a direct nexus to the primary duties involving supervising minors. Applicants who materially misrepresent any information provided in the employment process will be excluded from further consideration or may be dismissed if already employed.
For Shelter Positions: Under Alaska Statute 12.62.400 (9) Appointments to this position is offered conditionally, pending the results of a National Criminal History report through the FBI. Applicants must submit their fingerprints to continue in the hiring approval process. The applicant will receive a copy of the report of findings and may dispute within five (5) days of receiving them. Human Resources evaluates the results to ensure the applicant does not have any convictions that result in a direct nexus to the primary duties involving supervising minors.

Applicants who materially misrepresent any information provided in the employment process will be excluded from further consideration or may be dismissed if already employed.
Supplemental Information
HIRING MANAGER CONTACT INFO

Hiring Manager: Max Blust

Phone Number:

Email: max.blust
Please read the below information carefully to ensure your application submission meets all submittal requirements.

Education
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your education in your application, and you may be required to provide transcripts.

Work Experience
If you are using work experience to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your work experience in the application.

If your application does not support minimum qualifications, you may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

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