Program Assistant

Salary: $16.00 Hourly
Location : Fitchburg, WI
Job Type: Limited Term Employment
Job Number:
Department: Recreation & Community Services
Opening Date: 02/03/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

Description
We are looking for dependable, inspiring role models to bring creativity and excitement to our summer recreation programs!

This is a seasonal position - and will work 30-40 hours per week during the summer months.
This position will remain open until filled.
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!

About the Role:

Under the general direction and supervision of the Community Center/Recreation Manager, you will plan and implement activities at Fitchburg parks for youth, ages 6-12, and programs at the community center for youth ages 3-5. Emphasis is on arts and crafts, music, sports, and active playground games including field trips.
Responsibilities
Program Assistant Responsibilities:

• Conduct the playground and camp program and help with pre-school programming
• Conduct field trips under the direction of the playground coordinator.
• Plan overall program including events calendar for the season.
• Work with the playground coordinator to ensure the availability of materials needed for each day's activity.
• Develop individual lesson plans for the playground and camp program and also pre-school run-a-bouts.
• Make necessary plans for field trips, including reservations, bus reservations, collecting fees, and recruiting chaperones.
• Respond to parents and guardians on program issues, relays information to the Playground Coordinator and Community Center/Recreation Assistant.
• Properly stores recreational equipment and supplies for the season.

Minimum Qualifications
Program Assistant Requirements:

• Experience or training in education, recreation, or related field preferred.
• A reliable source of transportation is a necessity.

Special Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate and work effectively with youth ages 3-12 and the general public.
• Ability to work in an efficient and safe manner and carry out assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work with culturally diverse individuals and groups.
• Ability to maintain adequate attendance.

In evaluating candidates for this position, the City may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential duties of this position.

Your unique experiences matter to us, even if they don't align perfectly with every requirement listed. We recognize that skills come from diverse paths, and we value what makes your journey special. If this role inspires you, we encourage you to apply!

Physical Demands: Light work:
Exerting 31-75 lbs seldom. Exerting 11-30 lbs occasionally, and/or 0-10 lbs frequently. Frequently standing, walking and sitting. Seldom running.

Work Environment: Outside work is 95% of the time. Inside work is 5% of the time. Occasional exposure to temperature changes and moderate noise. Exposure to hazards of risk of bodily injury, heat/cold extremes, loud noise, odors, dust and poor ventilation is seldom.
Not eligible for employee benefits. Number of hours worked does not meet eligibility.