Recreation Program & Event Technician, Kelsey Creek Farm

Recreation Program & Event Technician, Kelsey Creek Farm

Salary

$29.98 - $41.37 Hourly

Location

Kelsey Creek Farm, 410 130th Pl SE, Bellevue, WA

Job Type

Variable

Job Number

26-00351

Department

Parks and Community Services

Division

PCS Recreation Kelsey Creek Farm

Opening Date

11/05/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NONAFF

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Come Join the City of Bellevue!

Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the "Hiring Process" section below to learn more.

New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint, however, we may go slightly higher based on experience, internal equity and market.

Job Summary

The City of Bellevue is seeking a Recreation Program & Event Technician to support programs, camps, and community events at Kelsey Creek Farm. This hands-on, public-facing position combines recreation programming, event coordination, marketing, and administrative support in a unique historic farm setting. The successful candidate will help create engaging experiences for children, teens, adults, and families while supporting the daily operations of a busy community facility. We are looking for an organized, adaptable, and collaborative team member with strong communication skills, a commitment to excellent customer service, and an enthusiasm for connecting people with recreation, nature, and farm life.

Positions in this classification provide clerical and program support to recreation/community programs or program facilities. The incumbent provides direct one-on-one and group assistance to a diverse group of people, including children, teens, adults, parents, and organizations sponsoring programs or desiring to use the facilities. The Recreation Program & Event Technician maintains attendance records, participant forms, and other statistical information necessary for reporting and funding programs; assists instructors during programs by aiding program participants; prepares facility for specific activities and cleans up after programs. The Recreation Program & Event Technician is expected to also provide general office support by answering the telephone and greeting the public, typing, filing, and doing basic record keeping.

Hours: This is a variable position with schedules that fluctuate based on program and operational needs. Work may include early mornings, days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. While hours are subject to change, the position typically works close to 40 hours per week during the summer season and the week leading up to major special events. During slower periods of the year, hours may be significantly reduced, potentially ranging from 0-28 hours per week. Weekly schedules and hours vary considerably throughout the year based on seasonal programming, camps, special events, and operational demands.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provides administrative, program, site, and special event support by

• Supporting recreation programs and camps by assisting with program preparation, activity schedules, participant communications, school tours, extended care, and program delivery. Helps create a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for participants.
• Assisting with seasonal staff and volunteer coordination by supporting recruitment, onboarding, training, scheduling, daily assignments, and performance feedback, as assigned.
• Assisting with coordinating special event logistics for community events and activities, including vendor and activity coordination, permits, rentals, supplies, signage, volunteer recruitment, event setup and cleanup, and post-event evaluation.
• Supporting marketing and community outreach by preparing promotional materials, coordinating their distribution, assisting with website and social media updates, and communicating program and event information to the public.
• Building and maintaining community partnerships by communicating with vendors, sponsors, donors, local businesses, and community organizations to support programs and events.
• Providing program and event administrative support by processing registrations, payments, transfers, and withdrawals; maintaining participant records, maintaining calendars, preparing correspondence and reports, and tracking attendance, revenue, and other program data. Types a variety of material using a computer, copies, collates, and proofreads materials, writes routine letters and memos, files reports and participant information and other administrative information and communications.
• Providing excellent customer service by answering phones and inquiries, greeting visitors, assisting participants and families, resolving routine concerns, and referring questions to appropriate staff as needed.
• Preparing and maintaining program spaces by organizing supplies, purchasing and transporting materials, setting up and breaking down equipment, and maintaining clean, organized, and welcoming program areas.
• Supporting farm operations as needed by assisting with animal related activities, educational experiences, gardens, interactive spaces, and other farm and facility needs.
• Promoting a safe environment by recognizing and reporting hazards, following established safety procedures, responding appropriately to emergencies, and supporting the well-being of participants, staff, volunteers, animals, and visitors.
• Performing other duties and providing flexible operational support as assigned.

Supervision Received and Exercised

• Works under general supervision of the Community Services Program Coordinator
• Provides supervision of program participants as assigned.
• Provides direction and support to partially benefitted employees and volunteers, as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies

• Experience providing customer service and working directly and regularly with the public.
• Ability to support recreation programs, camps, special events, and facility operations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate in a concise and articulate manner, provide clear instructions and communicate effectively with diverse audiences. Skill in synthesizing information into succinct notes or outlines.
• Skill in proofreading and editing materials.
• Ability to organize tasks, maintain accurate and diverse records, track basic financial and attendance information, and prepare routine reports and correspondence. Skill in doing basic mathematics, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and averages.
• Ability to use computers, copiers, and office software to maintain records, manage information, and communicate with staff and the public.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deal with frequent interruptions and demands, adapt to changing needs, situations, and people, solve routine problems, and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to provide courteous, inclusive, and responsive service to participants, families, coworkers, volunteers, community partners, and the public.
• Knowledge of building, event, and program safety and security practices and the ability to recognize, report, and respond appropriately to unsafe conditions.
• Knowledge of the program characteristics and practices specific to the assignment.
• Skill in driving a vehicle safely in all kinds of traffic and weather conditions.
• Ability to work effectively in a public facing environment and contribute to a positive, welcoming team culture.

Education, Experience, and Other Requirements

• High School Diploma and one or more years of experience in recreation programming, agriculture or animal programming is desirable. Prior customer service experience necessary. General office experience and considerable experience in dealing directly and regularly with the general public
• Persons in this classification must acquire and maintain a First Aid/CPR/AED Certificate
• Depending on the assignment, they must also have no history of conviction or crime against any person or no finding in any legal action of having sexually assaulted or exploited or physically abused any minor
• Must possess, or be able to obtain a valid Washington State Driver's license by date of hire. Must have and maintain a good driving record.

Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work involves strenuous and repetitive physical labor including fine motor skills, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, reaching above head with hands and arms, climbing, balancing, lifting, carrying, bending, stooping, crouching, crawling, walking on uneven surfaces, sitting and kneeling on the ground, climbing stairs and ladders, and ability to sit and stand for extended periods.
• Candidate must be able to lead recreation programs and handle small and large animals (up to 2,000 pounds).
• Work is performed inside and outside and in a farm environment in varying weather conditions including temperature variation, exposure to sun, wind, rain, snow, dust, pollen, vegetation, feathers, animal fur, manure, hay, and grasses. Must be able to work outside for extended periods of time in all weather and environmental conditions.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus
• Noise level varies from quiet to very loud
• Frequent communication with customers
• Must be able to work in a dynamic, public-facing environment
• Must be able to work in crowds for extended periods of time

Supplemental Information

This is a variable, non-exempt, non-union position.

Definition of a Variable Employee:

• Average weekly hours cannot be determined at date of hire.
• Hours may vary from week to week and are anticipated to be 28 hours per week or less.
• NOTE: Will be considered full-time and eligible for medical coverage if hours average 30 hours per week or more over a 12-month measurement period (or 130 hours per month).

HIRING PROCESS

The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably, the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name, address, and other demographics. To help us, please complete the online application form as fully as possible.

• Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
• We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage, unless otherwise stated in the job description.
• Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and references.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions require the completion of references checks, including at least one prior supervisor.
• Some positions may require completion of a criminal background check prior to start employment
• Some positions may require obtaining a commercial drivers license (CDL), licensures, or additional certifications.

At the City of Bellevue, youll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions, our interactions, and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service, Stewardship, Commitment to Employees, Integrity, Innovation, and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. Youll work in an environment that is innovative, collaborative, future focused, and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. Its what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work, live, and explore.

Have we piqued your interest yet? Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or recruiting@bellevuewa.gov. If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.

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The City of Bellevue offers employees a comprehensive benefits package providing choice, flexibility, and value!

Please Note: Seasonal, part-time, and variable employees are not eligible for the below benefits except for mandatory participation in the retirement plan assigned to the position, which will be the Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (MEBT 2) retirement plan or the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement plan and any other benefits as required by law.

The following summary applies to fully benefited positions:

Medical

Employees are offered a choice of medical coverage through the Citys self-insured Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan or Kaiser Permanente (HMO).

Dental

Employees are offered a choice of two dental carriers with plans that offer regular checkups, x-rays, fillings, and crowns. Orthodontia is available through one of the carriers.

Vision

Employees are offered a choice of vision coverage through an annual exam-only plan or a buy-up plan which includes an annual eye exam and hardware coverage.

Retirement Plans - Employees are offered three retirement plans:

• Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS): Mandatory participation (PERS, LEOFF or PSERS), depending upon eligibility.
• City of Bellevue Municipal Employees Benefit Trust (MEBT): Optional participation in this 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match contributions that vest on a 3-year schedule.
• Deferred Compensation Program (457 DCP): Optional participation in the supplemental Deferred Compensation Program also administered by DRS that allows tax-deferred savings into a variety of investments options.

Other benefits include:

More detailed information about our employee benefits is available at https://c2mb.ajg.com/cityofbellevue

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Survivor Income
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 11 observed holidays per year plus 2 additional personal holidays, vacation (standard accrual of 12 days a year), and sick leave (accumulated at the rate of one day per month)
• An ORCA Card bus pass
• On-site fitness center, and self service food/coffee options
• Career development and training programs
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Paydays - The City of Bellevue pays employees on the 8th and the 23rd of each month (24 pay periods per year).

Please note: The City of Bellevue does not participate in the Social Security Administration (SSA) program and employees do not earn social security credits. The mandatory DRS retirement pension plan provides the required social security replacement plan.

NOTE: This is a brief summary of the benefit programs for the Citys non-represented employees. Every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. Benefits for employees represented by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) may have different benefits. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a CBA, the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.

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APPLICANT NOTICE: Your answers below will be used to review this application. The experience listed here MUST match the work history provided in your application. If your answers do not align, you may edit your application before submitting. Please note, it is not acceptable to use "See Resume" or "See Above" in your answers below and we do not accept resumes as a substitute for a completed application.

• I confirm that the information provided here is consistent with my application.
• I do not agree with the statements above.

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How many years of prior related do you have in recreation programming, agriculture or animal programming?

• Less that 6 months of experience
• 6months - 1 year of experience
• 2 - 3 years of experience
• 4 - 5 years of experience
• More than 5 years of experience
• No related experience

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Please select the statement that best describes your experience providing customer service to the public.

• Extensive experience serving the public in a recreation, community service, hospitality, retail, educational, or similar environment.
• Moderate experience serving the public in a customer-facing role.
• Limited customer service experience.
• No customer service experience.

04

Which of the following activities have you supported as part of your work, volunteer, or community involvement? (Select all that Apply)

• Recreation programs
• Youth camps
• Community events or festivals
• Educational programs or tours
• Volunteer coordination
• Participant registration or recordkeeping
• Facility setup and cleanup
• None of the above

05

Describe your experience supporting a recreation program, camp, educational activity, or community project. Include your specific responsibilities and the role you played in its success. (MAX 200 words)

06

Please select the largest community event, festival, recreation event, fair, or public gathering that you have helped plan, coordinate, and/or support.

• Less than 100 attendees
• 100 - 499 attendees
• 500 - 999 attendees
• 1,000 - 3,000 attendees
• 3,000 - 5,000 attendees
• More than 5,000 attendees
• I have not supported a large community event

07

If you have supported large community events: (e.g. festivals, camps, fairs, or public program), describe the event, the size, and your specific responsibilities and the role you played. (MAX 200 words)

08

This is a part-time with variable work schedule, including early mornings, days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. The weekly schedules and hours may vary considerably throughout the year based on seasonal programming, camps, special events, and operational demands. Are you able to work this type of variable schedule?

• Yes
• No

09

This position is in-person only and requires to be onsite for all working shifts. Are you available to be onsite?

• Yes
• No

10

This position includes working outdoors in varying weather conditions and farm environments. You must be able to work outside for extended periods of time in all weather and environmental conditions. Do you understand that this position is on a farm and requires some work to be performed outside in varying weather conditions including temperature variation, exposure to sun, wind, rain, snow, dust, pollen, vegetation, feathers, animal fur, manure, hay, and grasses?

• Yes
• No

11

Do you currently possess, or can you obtain by date of hire, a valid Washington State drivers license?

• Yes
• No

12

All new hires will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The city is not able to sponsor work visas. Please confirm work authorization.

• Yes, I have current US work authorization.
• No, I do not have current US work authorization.

Required Question

Employer City of Bellevue

Address PO Box 90012

Bellevue, Washington, 98009

Website http://www.bellevuewa.gov/