Job Details

Salary: $23.79 Hourly
Location : Kahle Community Center - Stateline NV, NV
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 25/26-00007
Department: Kahle Community Center
Opening Date: 07/24/2025
Closing Date: 8/7/2025 4:00 PM Pacific

DESCRIPTION
**Applications are reviewed on a regular basis and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. **
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

0-3% Merit upon successful completion of the probationary period and 0-3% annual merit increases thereafter based upon evaluation score.

Benefits include:

• No Nevada state income tax. Did you know that Nevada is one of the states in the US that does not have a state income tax? This means that if you live or work in Nevada, you get to keep more of your hard-earned money. This is a significant advantage that makes Nevada stand out from other states.
• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employee Retirement System is (PERS), 33.5% employer-paid. This sets us apart from other employers. Employees do not contribute to FICA and the County exclusively contributes 100% to your retirement account.
• Vacation: Accrued at the rate of 4.6154 hours per pay period, or 120 hours per year (increase with years of service).
• Sick Leave: Earned at the rate of 3.6923 hours per pay period, or 96 hours per year.
• Holidays: 13 paid holidays per year.
• Health Insurance: County provides medical, dental and vision coverage for employees and dependents with co-payment by employee dependent and/or family status.
• Deferred Compensation: the County has a voluntary deferred compensation program.
• Recognition Programs
• Annual Gym Membership
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Stable, friendly/family environment. Fosters internal talent with training/educational programs and encourages career advancement.
• Douglas County is a drug, alcohol and smoke-free workplace.

This recruitment will fill a full-time position with benefits.

This position is primarily for the Kahle Community Center's Roots and Wings pre-school. Responsible for all aspects of planning and teaching in the State of Nevada, five star rated pre-school program for children ages 2 years and 9 months to 6 years of age. While the incumbent will primarily perform the duties of the pre-school all Essential Functions related to the Recreation Leader Senior position are required to be performed when needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Recreation Leader Senior, Pre-school Teacher position are:
  • Provides a safe and nurturing learning environment for young children between the ages of 2 years and 9 months to 6 years; develops and maintains a learning environment conducive to growth in the areas of physical, cognitive, and social disciplines; records observations, implements assessments, sets goals for individual children, and prepares group lesson plans and activities accordingly.
  • Demonstrates the ability to positively interact with children; communicates verbally and in writing with children and their parents/legal guardians.
  • Recognizes health and safety hazards and protects children from harm; encourages and provides children with a variety of opportunities for learning and for social experiences; adapts and responds to changing and challenging conditions in ways that enhance program quality.
• Welcomes visitors and answers incoming telephone calls; provides information regarding activity schedules and registration requirements; processes customer registrations and inputs information into department computer system; processes customers for facility passes and photo ID's; receives funds and issues receipts; administers concession sales.
• Leads, coordinates and supervises activities and programs; provides lead direction, training and work review to assigned staff and volunteers; organizes and assigns work, sets priorities, and follows-up to ensure coordination and completion of assigned work; ensures that proper safety precautions are observed; instructs others in proper work procedures.
• Responsible for financial transactions; deposits funds; audits transactions; ensures security of cash and financial receipts.
• Performs general building maintenance and custodial upkeep ensuring cleanliness of building, including restrooms; cleans up spills and unsanitary conditions when they occur; sets up and takes down meeting rooms, including the folding and un-folding of tables; inspects and repairs equipment as necessary; operates audiovisual equipment as needed.
• Performs inspections of facility to ensure participant and customer safety and maintains a clean and organized recreational area; monitors all building participants during facility hours of operation to ensure orderly conduct.
• Responsible for the development, implementation, and conduct of recreation programs and activities, including direct supervision and guidance of youth participants; prepares lesson plans and leads games and craft activities; works as primary contact at camps and during off-site trips.
• May create and implement plans for special needs children; supervises their programs and ensures positive participation and behavior.
• Maintains records of programs and activities including, but not limited to, rosters, daily roll sheets/attendance records, time cards, and emergency contacts; ensures up-to-date and accurate contact list for parents and/or legal guardians and ensures that children are picked up in accordance with authorizations on file.
• Periodically drives children and other staff in a vehicle van for off-site activities; monitors trip petty cash and activities of youth during recreational trips or tours; disciplines youth participants according to established policies and procedures, as necessary.
• Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma/GED; AND three (3) years of experience in leading recreational activities; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Must be at least 21 years of age.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of:

• Basic arithmetic.
• Basic supervisory principles and practices.
• Correct English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Basic record keeping and cash handling practices and policies.
• The use of specified computer applications involving word processing, data entry and/or standard report generation.
• Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment.
• Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, often in situations which may be stressful.

Skill in:

• Planning, directing and reviewing the work of others.
• Instructing others in work procedures.
• Overseeing community recreational activities.
• Performing cash handling and accounting activities.
• Maintaining accurate office files.
• Customer service.
• Assembling pamphlets, reports, forms and other documents.
• Communicating effectively in oral and written forms.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
• Establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with staff, coworkers, and the public.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

•Valid Driver's License.
•First Aid and CPR certification within six (6) months of date of employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described herein 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.

Mobility to work in a typical recreation and office setting and use standard office equipment; agility to participate in recreational activities; strength to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

1. Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
2. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background/screening.
3. Douglas County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made.

This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.
Overview of Douglas County Benefits
Disclaimer: Douglas County provides benefits to full time employees. Benefits are prorated for some part time positions (depending on job). Some part time positions may provide no benefits.

No Nevada State income tax.

Retirement - Public Employees' Retirement System of Nevada
Douglas County contributes 33.50% of an eligible Regular Member and 50% of an eligible Police and Fire Member's salary for retirement. Deferred Compensation Plans - Employees can participate in the VOYA Retirement Plans, which is funded by the employee.

Paid Leave
12 paid holidays per year. Generous paid leave accrual's including 96 hours sick annually, begin accruing 120 hours annual leave each year. Administrative leave of 5 days or 3 days annually applies to some positions. Please refer to our leave policies
or relevant labor agreement
for more information.

Health Insurance
The County has rich benefits plans to choose from: Point of Service (POS) and Health Savings Account (HSA) with supplemental benefits to include: prescription plan, dental plan, vision, life insurance opportunities, cancer insurance, and disability insurance. Benefit eligibility is the 1st of the month following 30-day waiting period or 60 days, depending on the position. For more detail information on the Health Insurance you may refer to our website located at:
2024
01

What is your highest level of education?

• High School or equivalent (GED)
• Associate/Vocational Degree
• Bachelor Degree
• Master Degree or higher
• None of the above

02

If you selected a degree what is the field of study?

• Child Development
• Early Childhood Education
• Family Studies
• Early Childhood Special Education
• Elementary Education
• None of the above

03

Please describe your education related to childhood studies.
04

If you do not possess this education, are you currently enrolled or will you be enrolled in one of these degree programs on or before 1/2/2026?

• Yes
• No

05

If you answered "yes" to question #4, please explain.
06

How many years of experience do you possess leading recreational activities?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 - 5 years
• 6 or more years
• No experience

07

How many years of experience do you possess working with children ages 2 years and 9 months through 6 years of age in a professional setting such as a childcare or educational setting?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4-5 years
• 6 or more years

08

Are you prepared to participate in 24 hours of related training annually as required by State of Nevada Childcare Licensing?

• Yes
• No

09

Briefly, describe why you are interested in the Recreation Leader Senior Roots and Wings Preschool Teacher position with Douglas County.
10

This position requires candidate must be at least 21 years of age. Will you be able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

11

How many years of customer service experience do you possess?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 3 - 4 years
• 5 years or more
• No experience

12

Do you currently hold a CPR and/or First Aide Certificate or able to obtain within six (6) months of date of employment?

• Yes
• Or able to obtain within six (6) months of date of employment
• No

13

While the incumbent will primarily perform the duties of the pre-school all Essential Functions related to the Recreation Leader Senior position are required to be performed when needed. Are you able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

14

Briefly, explain why you are interested in the Recreation Leader Senior - Pre-School Teacher position with Kahle Community Center.
15

Will you be able to provide a current valid Driver's License and DMV history report (10 year) if offered employment?

• Yes
• No
• Not a licensed driver

16

Are you able to perform the essential functions of the job listed on the job description with or without a reasonable accommodation?

• Yes
• No

17

Douglas County requires applicants to list all work history from your most current employment to 10 years back. If relevant experience is over 10 years please list it on your application. ***Writing "See Resume" on the application in place of completing your information is not acceptable.***Have you listed your current employment through 10 years of work history on your application in addition to listing any relevant experience that exceeds 10 years?

• Yes
• No
• I do not have 10 years of work history, but have included all employment history.
• I have relevant experience that exceeds 10 years and I have included the experience on my application.

18

Douglas County employees are required to uphold the County's Values and are evaluated based upon these Values. MISSION STATEMENT Working together with integrity and accountability, the Douglas County team is dedicated to providing essential and cost-effective public services fostering a safe, healthy, scenic, and vibrant community for the enjoyment of our residents and visitors. VALUES STATEMENT Integrity - We demonstrate honest and ethical conduct through our actions. Accountability - We accept responsibility for our actions. Customer Service - We deliver efficient and effective service with an attitude of respect and fairness. Leadership - We establish the tone and direction for success motivating and inspiring others to accomplish a shared vision. Communication - We ensure open dialogue through proactive listening and sharing of information throughout the organization and the community. Teamwork - We work together to achieve shared goals. Respect - We will treat all citizens, employees, and visitors with respect.Do you understand Douglas County's Mission and Values Statement and will you be able to uphold them if hired?

• Yes
• No

Required Question