-
Job Description
Description
Our Mission
The City of Palo Alto is recruiting for a Teen Program Assistant who will be assisting with various Teen related programs and the Teen Center. The goal of the Community Services Department is to offer teen programs that provide a range of activities to meet all the needs of the community and to sustain a positive quality of life!
The Position
Under general supervision of the Youth and Teen Recreation Coordinator, the Teen Program Assistant assist in managing teen related programs such as the Mitchell Park Teen Center, Palo Alto Youth Council, Teen Advisory Board, and ThinkFund. The tentative schedule for this position is 2:30pm - 6:30pm Tuesday - Friday.
This recruitment is open on a continuous basis, and will close once the position is filled.
Duties- Manage, analyze, and report attendance numbers at the Mitchell Park Teen Center
- Support in communication with program participant parents.
- Attend Teen Leadership Meetings for both Palo Alto Youth Council and Teen Advisory Board
- Assist in recruitment, planning events, scheduling meetings, and send out communication related materials regarding any teen related programs.
- Create and distribute program promotional items and information.
- Push information through social media and online outlets.
- Provide support in program logistics for events, workshops, field trips, etc.
- Maintain, distribute, and organize files and documents for teen program.
- Assist in handling program budgets and purchasing program supply.
- Assist in maintaining the content on our youth and teen program's website and social media channels.
- Participate in staff meetings and on-going training opportunities.
- Comply with all City of Palo Alto policies and procedures.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications- Some college level coursework in recreation, youth development, or related fields.
- At least one year experience providing administrative support to programs.
- A flexible schedule to work in various youth and teen related programs and special events
- Intermediate skill level in: Microsoft Office Programs; Adobe InDesign OR Illustrator
Supplemental Information
This is an SEIU Hourly position with limited benefits that is budgeted to not exceed 999 hours per fiscal year (July - June). The number of hours per week and schedule will be determined based on assignment.
In lieu of providing a medical plan, the City grants a medical stipend of $3.48.
The City of Palo Alto is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
City of Palo Alto offers the following benefits to those in a SEIU Hourly position:
Medical Stipend
$3.80 effective the pay period including July 1, 2024.
Sick Leave
Earn .03 hour of sick leave for each hour worked.
Retirement
City of Palo Alto PST (Part-time, Seasonal & Temporary Employees) Retirement Plan
Please note: The City does not participate in CA State Disability Insurance (SDI) or Social Security.
Closing Date/Time: 4/30/2025 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
-
-
City of Palo Alto
Show morePalo Alto is located about 35 miles south of San Francisco; and 14 miles north of San Jose. Palo Alto, known as the “Birthplace of Silicon Valley” and global center of technology and innovation, is the corporate headquarters for many world-class companies and research facilities such as VMWare, Hewlett-Packard, IDEO, Tesla, and Skype. Home to Stanford University and a top-ranked public school system, Palo Alto also features beautiful and historic residential neighborhoods, vibrant shopping and retail districts.
Palo Alto has a highly educated and culturally sophisticated citizenry that is actively engaged in making a difference both locally and globally. Unique among city organizations, Palo Alto operates a full-array of services including its own gas, electric, water, sewer, refuse and storm drainage provided at very competitive rates for its customers.
The birthplace of Silicon Valley, Palo Alto, is a community of approximately 68,000 residents and nearly 100,000 jobs. Located on the mid-Peninsula between San Francisco and San Jose, Palo Alto is recognized worldwide as a leader in cutting-edge technology, medicine, and green innovation. Many world-class businesses maintained or started offices here, including Amazon, Tesla, Hewlett Packard, Palo Alto Medical Foundation, Rivian, Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital, SAP Ariba, Houzz, Varian Medical Systems, and VMware. Numerous start-ups are also at home in Palo Alto, arguably making it the startup capital of the world.
Stanford University is foundational to the history and prestige of Palo Alto, reflected in the community’s dedication to life-long learning. Stanford’s cultural and educational offerings are integral to the vibrancy and charm of Palo Alto, while the City’s exceptional K-12 school district ranks among the top public school systems in the country. With more than 50% of adult residents holding a graduate degree or higher, Palo Alto is frequently listed as one of the most educated cities in the nation.
Home to picturesque tree-lined streets, bike lanes, and historic buildings that reflect its California heritage, Palo Alto boasts a genuine sense of community and an active citizenry with strong environmental values. Beautiful neighborhoods are complemented by vibrant commercial corridors and a bustling economy with premium shopping and dining options. Excellent health care facilities, performing arts, and diverse recreational opportunities are just some of this incredibly desirable community’s cherished amenities.
Join an Award Winning Team
Palo Alto is an award-winning City recognized nationwide as innovative and well-managed. Palo Alto is one of a small number of California cities with a AAA bond rating. Recently, Palo Alto became one of the most livable cities in the U.S. by Livability.com. It's the only city to receive the Platinum Beacon Award in sustainability best practices by California’s Institute for Local Government.
We offer a variety of career paths that relate to building and improving communities. The City has fourteen departments employing 1,000 full-time staff. Police officers, fire fighters, paramedics, and building inspectors keep us safe. Engineers and public works staff build and re-build the physical infrastructure. City planners help envision and shape future community growth. Recreation, arts and library professionals enhance community life. Utilities provides electric, gas, water, sewer and other services. Internal services departments help manage, staff, and protect the City.
-