The Position
The City of Diamond Bar Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a highly energetic, customer service oriented individual to join its team. Weekly schedule will include 30 hours per week: Tuesday through Saturday. Actual work hours and schedule vary according to program and department needs.
Schedule will include some evening assignments as needed.
Examples Of Essential Job Duties
Under the direct supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, the Recreation Specialist will assist in the planning, coordination, implementation, and supervision of youth and adult sports programs, field allocations and reservations, youth and teen programs, and Citywide special events.
Responsibilities include coordinating daily program operations, training, scheduling, and supervising part-time staff and volunteers; ensuring the safe and effective delivery of recreational services; monitoring program activities to ensure compliance with City policies and procedures, providing exceptional customer service to participants and the public; maintaining program records and reports; and performing related duties as assigned.
Qualification Guidelines
May include but, are not limited to the following: Knowledge of theories, principles, practices, and programs common to the field of recreation and community services; modern office methods, practices, and procedures including operating a computer, cell phone and general electronic devices; supervision of part-time and volunteer staff; and techniques of marketing for promotional program area. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and make oral presentations; work well and collaborate with other City departments and agencies with regards to department activities and programs; establish and maintain effective cooperative working relationships with City officials, supervisors, co-workers, and the general public; understand and respond to public and staff requests for assistance: on the phone, in writing and in person; prepare detailed and accurate narrative reports. Must be able to sit for up to two (2) hours at a time, lift up to 50 pounds, and get from one location to another in the course of doing business.
Education: High school diploma or GED and at least two (2) years of college level work in an applicable field.
Experience: Three (3) years of work experience demonstrating responsibility and preferably in the fields of recreation, administrative, management, or customer service at time of application. One additional year of education can substitute for one year of the required experience.
Licenses and/or Certificates: Possession of a valid Class C or Class 3 California driver's license and acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. Successful completion of certified AED, CPR and First Aid Safety Course is required within six months of employment.
Selection Process
Candidates whose education, experience and/or training appear to best qualified will be invited to participate in an Oral Interview: 100%.
The City of Diamond Bar offers an outstanding benefits package. The key components of are listed below and are prorated based on the budgeted number of weekly hours.
- Accrued Leave: Based on the number of hours worked, part-time employees receive a reduced and pro-rated accrual of eighty (80) hours of vacation (first day of employment through year five)and accrual of eighty (80) hours sick leave and eighteen (18) floating holiday hours. Employees receive 11 paid holidays.
- Retirement: Employees hired after January 1, 2013 who are existing CalPERS members or a member of an agency with reciprocity with the City of Diamond Bar will be enrolled in the 2% @ 55 retirement benefit formula. The City pays both the employee and employer share for Classic members. Employees hired after January 1, 2013 who have never been a CalPERS member, or is a member of a retirement system (CalPERS) reciprocal but has a break in service longer than six months will be enrolled in the 2% @ 62 CalPERS retirement benefit formula. Employees contribute half of the normal benefit cost for this retirement benefit.
- Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance: The City of Diamond Bar pays for employee coverage for dental and vision insurance and dependent coverage is available. Part-time employees receive a reduced and pro-rated benefit allotment of $1,920 per month for employee and dependents' health insurance coverage. Dental and vision benefits for dependents may be taken from the benefit allotment.
- Life Insurance: The City of Diamond Bar provides a $75,000 term life insurance policy. Employees may purchase additional insurance coverage at group rates.
- Deferred Compensation: Employees are eligible for participation in the deferred compensation programs offered through MissionSquare.
- Flexible Spending Accounts: Employees are eligible to participate in IRS Code Section 125 Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account programs, thereby lowering their tax liability.
- Personal Computer Loan Program: Employees are eligible to receive an interest free loan up to $2,500 for the purchase of a personal computer.
- Employee Assistance Program: Employee Assistance Program is available at no cost.
- Short-Term/Long-Term Disability: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability benefits are provided at no cost.
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Do you possess a valid driver's license?
02
Please indicate the highest level of education that you have completed.
- Less than High School/GED
- High School Diploma/GED
- Some College (60-90 units)
- Some College (90-120 units)
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree of Higher
03
Which of the following do you have experience in? Please check all that apply.
- Youth Sports
- Adult Sports
- Field Allocations
- Youth Programs
- Teen Programs
- Special Events
- None of the Above
04
Please describe any experience in planning, organizing, training, or implementing any of the program areas identified in Question #3. Include relevant employment, volunteer, coaching, or educational experience. If you do not have any experience, please type "none".
05
Please rate your level of knowledge of current basketball rules, game procedures, and general league guidelines:
- No Knowledge: Little to no familiarity with basketball rules or league operations.
- Basic Knowledge: Familiar with fundamental rules and basic game procedures.
- Working Knowledge: Understands most basketball rules, game procedures, and general league guidelines; can apply them in typical situations.
- Advanced Knowledge: Thorough understanding of basketball rules and league operations; able to resolve most rule interpretations and game situations.
- Expert Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of basketball rules, game administration, and league guidelines; capable of training or mentoring others and handling complex situations.
06
How many years of experience do you have supervising and training staff and/or volunteers?
- Less than 1 Year
- 1-2 Years
- 2-3 Years
- More than 3 Years
- Required Question
