Gwinnett County, GA
Part-time Program Leader - Live Healthy Gwinnett
Job Location
Nelson, GA, United States
Job Description
Salary: $16.80 Hourly
Location : Gwinnett County, GA
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 23-01545
Department: Department of Community Services
Opening Date: 04/10/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Class Summary
This is a part-time position with a maximum of 1,560 hours per year and is not eligible for paid holidays, leave, or benefits.
Job DescriptionThis part-time Program Leader position for Live Healthy Gwinnett will be responsible for providing on-site and mobile educational programming for participants of various age groups. Locations may include summer camps, senior centers, after school programs, etc. This role lends support and technical assistance to youth and adults. The incumbent will assist leading community outreach initiatives, promote gardening volunteer workdays, and assist with maintaining crops at multiple sites. This role requires the incumbent to work and interact with participants and staff in a positive manner while providing a safe learning environment.
Essential Duties
Additional Information
Department of Community Services
Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation Operations maintains and operates the county's award-winning park system and provides high quality parks and recreation facilities, innovative programs, and quality services to meet the broad-based needs of Gwinnett's diverse population, fostering a sense of community, creating a safe and secure environment, and enhancing Gwinnett's quality of life. Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation administers programs, buildings, and aquatic centers for our citizens. This includes a variety classes and camps, pools, gymnasiums, community recreation centers, activity buildings, and senior recreation centers.
For more information about this department, click here.
About Gwinnett County
Welcome to Gwinnett County - one of America's fastest-growing counties for the past 20 years. Our dynamic and exciting county combines the best of big-city living with the comforts of the suburbs.
The county's population in 2022 was about 983,656 and we've only continued to grow.
Gwinnett has many advantages, beginning with its location and road system. The county is just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Thanks to this location, 80 percent of the U.S. population is within a two-hour flight. Georgia Highway 316 has been extended to Athens, reducing travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes. Gwinnett's infrastructure includes more than 2,750 miles of roadways to provide excellent mobility for our residents.
The County Administrator and County Attorney are appointed by the Board of Commissioners. To implement the Board's policy directives, the County Administrator uses a management team consisting of his immediate staff and 13 department directors. The 13 departments that make up the executive side are Police Services, Fire and Emergency Services, Corrections, Support Services, Financial Services, Community Services, Human Resources, Information Technology Services, Law, Planning and Development, Water Resources, Child Advocacy & Juvenile Services, and Transportation. Each department is run by a director who is charged with managing operations in a manner which stresses the County's values.
In addition to the executive side of County government, certain services are provided through Constitutional officers and independent elected officials. These external offices are created by the Georgia Constitution or through state law. In Gwinnett, they include the Sheriff, Tax Commissioner, District Attorney, Solicitor, Probate Court Judge, and Chief Magistrate.
Vision
Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!
Mission
Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.
Values
Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.
Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.
Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.
Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.
Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.
Hiring Process
Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.
For questions about recruitment, or to request a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, please call Human Resources at 770-822-7915 or email
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or HREmployeeRelations@GwinnettCounty.com. This email is only for accommodation requests; for questions related to job postings, use jobs@gwinnettcounty.com.
Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees' lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial.
Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation.
On average, our employees' benefits are worth 48 percent of their base salary!
In other words, employees would spend nearly half of their pay to purchase these benefits on their own. For employees' medical premium alone, the County contributes an average of 91 percent of the cost!
Health
Wellness
Family and Career
Time
Money
Protection
To learn more about the Benefits offered at Gwinnett County, click here.
01
How many years of facilitating educational workshops do you have?
02
Describe your experience leading programs for youth or adults. If none, type N/A.
03
Have you completed a degree in one of the following fields:HorticultureAgricultural Science Environmental ScienceExercise Scienceor related field
04
Do you have current CPR and First Aid Certification?
05
Describe your experience overseeing community garden projects. If none, type N/A.
06
Describe your experience facilitating a gardening classes, programs, or workshops with adults and youth. If none, type N/A.
07
Describe your experience with program development pertaining to wellness/gardening/nutrition programs. If none, type N/A.
Required Question
Location: Nelson, GA, US
Posted Date: 10/6/2024
Location : Gwinnett County, GA
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 23-01545
Department: Department of Community Services
Opening Date: 04/10/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Class Summary
This is a part-time position with a maximum of 1,560 hours per year and is not eligible for paid holidays, leave, or benefits.
Job DescriptionThis part-time Program Leader position for Live Healthy Gwinnett will be responsible for providing on-site and mobile educational programming for participants of various age groups. Locations may include summer camps, senior centers, after school programs, etc. This role lends support and technical assistance to youth and adults. The incumbent will assist leading community outreach initiatives, promote gardening volunteer workdays, and assist with maintaining crops at multiple sites. This role requires the incumbent to work and interact with participants and staff in a positive manner while providing a safe learning environment.
Essential Duties
- Completing administrative tasks such as processing gardener application payments
- Facilitating educational programs with youth, adults, and seniors (10 to 25 participants)
- Driving a large box truck and van
- Working weekends and evening for programs/events
- Managing multiple projects, organizing priorities and having a flexible schedule
- Leading educational programs in front of 10 to 25 people of various age groups (adults, seniors, youth)
- Attending outreach events to promote upcoming programs, and educating the public about the mission of Live Healthy Gwinnett
- Highschool diploma or GED
- Current CPR/First aid certification
- Associate degree
- One year of related experience
- Classroom and/or childcare experience
- Supervisory experience
Additional Information
Department of Community Services
Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation Operations maintains and operates the county's award-winning park system and provides high quality parks and recreation facilities, innovative programs, and quality services to meet the broad-based needs of Gwinnett's diverse population, fostering a sense of community, creating a safe and secure environment, and enhancing Gwinnett's quality of life. Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation administers programs, buildings, and aquatic centers for our citizens. This includes a variety classes and camps, pools, gymnasiums, community recreation centers, activity buildings, and senior recreation centers.
For more information about this department, click here.
About Gwinnett County
Welcome to Gwinnett County - one of America's fastest-growing counties for the past 20 years. Our dynamic and exciting county combines the best of big-city living with the comforts of the suburbs.
The county's population in 2022 was about 983,656 and we've only continued to grow.
Gwinnett has many advantages, beginning with its location and road system. The county is just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Thanks to this location, 80 percent of the U.S. population is within a two-hour flight. Georgia Highway 316 has been extended to Athens, reducing travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes. Gwinnett's infrastructure includes more than 2,750 miles of roadways to provide excellent mobility for our residents.
The County Administrator and County Attorney are appointed by the Board of Commissioners. To implement the Board's policy directives, the County Administrator uses a management team consisting of his immediate staff and 13 department directors. The 13 departments that make up the executive side are Police Services, Fire and Emergency Services, Corrections, Support Services, Financial Services, Community Services, Human Resources, Information Technology Services, Law, Planning and Development, Water Resources, Child Advocacy & Juvenile Services, and Transportation. Each department is run by a director who is charged with managing operations in a manner which stresses the County's values.
In addition to the executive side of County government, certain services are provided through Constitutional officers and independent elected officials. These external offices are created by the Georgia Constitution or through state law. In Gwinnett, they include the Sheriff, Tax Commissioner, District Attorney, Solicitor, Probate Court Judge, and Chief Magistrate.
Vision
Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!
Mission
Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.
Values
Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.
Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.
Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.
Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.
Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.
Hiring Process
Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.
For questions about recruitment, or to request a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, please call Human Resources at 770-822-7915 or email
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or HREmployeeRelations@GwinnettCounty.com. This email is only for accommodation requests; for questions related to job postings, use jobs@gwinnettcounty.com.
Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees' lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial.
Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation.
On average, our employees' benefits are worth 48 percent of their base salary!
In other words, employees would spend nearly half of their pay to purchase these benefits on their own. For employees' medical premium alone, the County contributes an average of 91 percent of the cost!
Health
- Medical plans for active and retired employees
- Dental and vision plans
- Prescription drug plan
Wellness
- Onsite Employee Wellness Center
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Immunizations
- Wellness education and incentive programs
- Annual wellness fair
Family and Career
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Family planning benefits
- Four weeks of paid parental leave
Time
- Annual/Sick Leave
- 12 paid holidays per calendar year
- 1 paid floating holiday per calendar year
Money
- Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) available
- Health Savings Account (HSA) available
- Retirement and Savings Plans
- 401(a) Defined Contribution
- 457 (b) Deferred Compensation
- Longevity pay
- Tuition reimbursement
- Financial education programs
Protection
- Basic, optional, and dependent life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Critical illness and accident insurance
- Hospital indemnity insurance
- Identity theft protection
To learn more about the Benefits offered at Gwinnett County, click here.
01
How many years of facilitating educational workshops do you have?
- none
- less than 1 year
- 1 year to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 5 years
- 5 years to less than 7 years
- 7 or more years
02
Describe your experience leading programs for youth or adults. If none, type N/A.
03
Have you completed a degree in one of the following fields:HorticultureAgricultural Science Environmental ScienceExercise Scienceor related field
- no completed degree in the specified fields of study
- Completed associate degree in the specified fields of study
- Completed bachelor's degree in the specified fields of study
- Completed master's degree or higher in the specified fields of study
04
Do you have current CPR and First Aid Certification?
- Yes
- No
05
Describe your experience overseeing community garden projects. If none, type N/A.
06
Describe your experience facilitating a gardening classes, programs, or workshops with adults and youth. If none, type N/A.
07
Describe your experience with program development pertaining to wellness/gardening/nutrition programs. If none, type N/A.
Required Question
Location: Nelson, GA, US
Posted Date: 10/6/2024
Contact Information
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