Senior Recreation Leader (Part Time)

About the role

The City of Westminster seeks a Senior Recreation Leader to assist in managing recreation programs, activities, and facilities. This position oversees and implements various programs and activities across parks, playgrounds, and family resource centers.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, implements, leads, and assists in one or more recreation programs, activities, and/or systems at one or multiple sites.
• Assists in ordering supplies and materials for projects and activities; reserves needed buildings and equipment.
• Assists in planning and conducting community events, general programs, and facility rentals; sets up and takes down tables, chairs, and equipment for classes, activities, events, and meetings.
• Collections and reports program fees and ensures proper documentation and handling.
• Provides training, orientation, and guidance to assigned staff; provides input to performance evaluations; assists with hiring employees and participates in disciplinary actions.
• Maintains facility use; opens, closes, and secures buildings for events, and assists in the supervision and preparation of the facility and amenities for patron use.
• Acts as a City representative, in person and over the phone, to patrons and the general public concerning questions, problems, concerns, and activities in the provision of recreation program operations, activities, and services.
• Documents all incidents involving injury, behavioral problems, and/or any unusual events; communicates as appropriate to supervisor, parents, and others.
• Ensures the safety of the public and staff at all times by inspecting, patrolling, monitoring, and instructing on the safe use of program facilities, equipment, and supplies; maintains a safe, clean, and tidy environment; reports unsafe conditions or illegal activities.
• Administers basic first aid and adult and/or child cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as necessary.

Requirements

• Knowledge of basic principles of employee and volunteer supervision and training.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, and service delivery needs related to the program area(s) to which assigned.
• Knowledge of procedures for planning, implementing, and maintaining a variety of recreation and leisure activities and programs.
• Knowledge of recreational, cultural, age-specific, and social needs of the community.
• Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to the program area and facilities to which assigned.
• Knowledge of recreation site management.
• Knowledge of safety principles and practices, including basic first aid and adult and/or child cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) methods.
• Knowledge of applicable safety precautions and procedures related to the program area(s) and facilities to which assigned.
• Knowledge of basic public relations techniques.
• Knowledge of business arithmetic and statistical techniques.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications.
• Ability to plan, oversee, implement, and coordinate assigned recreation program operations and activities, as well as staff, contractors, and volunteers.
• Ability to plan and prepare recreation activities, reports, and other related program materials.
• Ability to understand the organization and operation of recreation programs and facilities necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Ability to remain flexible and adapt as job responsibilities change.
• Ability to work independently while supervising facilities and user groups.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply facility use policies and procedures.
• Ability to provide courteous assistance to facility patrons.
• Ability to lift and move tables and chairs and arrange facilities for community events and/or meetings.
• Ability to handle rescues, medical emergencies and injuries in a calm and effective manner, including providing basic first aid and adult and/or child cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
• Ability to maintain facilities and equipment in a clean, safe, and secure manner.
• Ability to operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and software programs.
• Ability to maintain accurate logs, records, and basic written records of work performed.
• Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
• Ability to use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Ability to establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade and two (2) years of experience related to the recreation program to which assigned.
• Valid California class C driver's license.
• Must obtain American Red Cross First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate for infant, child, and adult within three (3) months of hire.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

Part-time employees participate in the Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS) in lieu of Social Security. Employees contribute 6.0% of their salary toward the plan and the City contributes 1.5% of salary as well.

Part-time employees are entitled to Paid Sick Leave in accordance with the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement "Healthy Workplaces/Healthy Families Act of 2014 Paid Sick Leave."

Pay

$25.00 - $30.00 per hour based on experience.

Schedule

Monday- Friday 10 am- 4 pm and/or weekends during the summer.

Application Instructions

Please answer the following supplemental questions:

1. Are you at least 17 years of age?
2. What is your experience working with youth in a recreational and/or educational setting?
3. Briefly describe any supervisory or leadership experience you have.
4. Are you available to work Monday- Friday 10 am- 4 pm and/or weekends during the summer? Please list scheduling conflicts.