Senior Recreation Leader

This recruitment is to fill two (2) part-time vacancies in the Recreation & Community Services Department. Filing deadline: open continuously and may close at any time without prior notice.

About the Role

Under general supervision from the Program Supervisor, the Senior Recreation Leader may be assigned to the Arts and Recreation Center (ARC), Barnes Park, Before and After School Program (BASIC), Community Center, Senior Center, Teen Center & Skate Park, or Family Service Center. This position assists in coordinating recreation programs for youth, special events and excursions, and other recreational activities, while providing supervision to Recreation Leaders, facility attendants, and other program personnel and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Active involvement with youth participants.
• Assist with planning monthly calendars and themed programs.
• Oversee facility booking and/or program registration, including cash handling, deposit, and reconciliation procedures.
• Prepare and distribute promotional material for new or ongoing programs and events.
• Perform public relations work within the community and with community groups regarding programs, events, and special activities.
• Maintain activity and progress records.
• Attend staff meetings and may attend regional workshops and conferences.
• Respond to public inquiries and requests; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary.
• Assist with set-up and breakdown of facility equipment.
• Perform custodial duties related to recreational activities.
• Drive to different sites and locations as required.
• Demonstrate courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintain confidentiality of work-related issues.

Requirements

• Education equivalent to a High School Diploma or GED.
• At least 18 years of age at the time of application.
• Valid California Driver’s License.
• Three (3) years of progressive experience facilitating group activities and/or programs for youth in a recreational setting.
• Completion of Mandated Reporter training within the first two weeks of employment (position is designated as a Mandated Reporter).
• Obtain a valid CPR and First Aid certificate within 30 days of appointment, issued by a source acceptable to the City, and maintain renewals as required.

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent customer service skills; ability to effectively interact with City staff, volunteers, and the public.
• Ability to create a "team" environment by maintaining a positive attitude, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to provide program and event information to the public and assist with support activities and operations.
• Ability to enforce rules and regulations to ensure the safety and welfare of participants.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Publisher is highly desirable.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is highly desirable.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, squat, twist, stoop, and climb.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to travel to different sites and locations.
• Some activities are performed outdoors.

Pay

Hourly salary: $20.45 - $21.29.

Schedule

This is a non-benefited, at-will, part-time position with working hours assigned at the discretion of the Recreation & Community Services Department. Candidates must be available to work mornings, afternoons, evening shifts, and/or occasional weekends. Employees shall not work in excess of 960 total hours per fiscal year.