About The Position And Our Agency
Are you seeking a part-time position in the recreation field?
Are you passionate about creating fun, engaging, and inclusive recreational experiences for the community?
Are you excited to join a team that values equity, inclusion, and diversity?
If so, the City of Carpinteria invites you to apply for the Recreation Leader position
and join our dynamic Parks, Recreation, and Community Services team!
The City of Carpinteria is accepting applications for a Part-time Recreation Leader.
This part-time position is 20-hour- per-week with a maximum of 980 hours in a fiscal year.
Deadline to Apply: This recruitment may close at any time.
To be considered in the first review, please submit by September 29, 2024, at 11:50 pm.
As a Recreation Leader, you will play a vital role in promoting community engagement and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations for the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department. Under general supervision, you will assist with the planning and delivery of recreational programming activities for various age groups, including children, teens, adults, and seniors. The position receives general supervision from designated program supervisor and may lead and provide limited supervision of work groups for some assignments.
Essential Functions And Basic Duties
Include but are not limited to, the following:
- Performs administrative tasks such as answering telephones, completing paperwork, and maintaining program documents.
- Responds to inquiries and concerns from the public and program participants.
- Assists with administrative and financial tasks, including processing program registrations and facility reservations, managing customer bookings and facility rentals, maintaining attendance and registration records, processing refunds, creating and maintaining program files, and ensuring a positive customer experience throughout the reservation process.
- Plans, organizes, monitors, and/or instruct activities, programs, and services, which may include children, teens, adults, and seniors.
- Communicates effectively with supervisor regarding participant behavior, injuries, and other relevant matters.
- Conducts program/room set-up and breakdown.
- Ensures equipment and facilities are properly prepared, maintained, and safe.
- Provides exemplary customer service to all individuals.
- Collaborates effectively as an essential team member, demonstrating flexibility, cooperation, and open communication to foster a positive and cohesive working environment.
- Promotes recreation program activities and facilities; assists in creating departmental materials.
- May serve as the primary point of contact at the front counter to patrons of the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department.
- Responsible for answering questions and addressing concerns related to department programs, services, and facility rentals.
- May work irregular schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Serves as a liaison and representative of the City with the community, organizations, and professional groups as necessary.
- Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain this would be:
Education and/or Experience
- Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade; some college course work in recreation or a related field; and
- One year of experience working in recreation programs and/or customer service, preferred.
License or Certificate
- Possession or ability to obtain a valid Community First Aid and CPR certificate within six (6) months of employment start date.
- Possession or ability to obtain a valid California Driver's License.
Other Requirements
- Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
- Ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish is highly desirable.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
The following are a representative sample of the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities necessary to perform essential duties of the position:
Knowledge
- Principles and practices of customer service.
- Developing collaborations to support recreation programming and outreach efforts.
- Basic operations, services and activities of facility use, rental, and recreation services.
- Principles and practices of program development and implementation.
- Modern office equipment including computers.
- Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and safety regulations.
Skills/Abilities
- Provide instruction and guidance to program participants.
- Facilitate a variety of recreational programs and activities.
- Demonstrate use of program materials and equipment.
- Use sound judgment in recognizing scope of authority.
- Operate and use standard office equipment including computers and applicable software.
- Utilize appropriate safety procedures and practices for assigned duties.
- Interpret and explain City policies and procedures.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including the general public, contractors and organizations.
- Publicize, promote, develop, and implement recreation programs for a wide variety of public interests.
- Compile information and maintain records.
- Ability to draft clear and concise memos, reports, and other written materials with proper grammar and punctuation.
- Ability to speak Spanish is not required, but preferred.
Selection Process And Additional Information
DEADLINE TO APPLY: This recruitment may close at any time.
To be considered in the first review, please submit by September 29, 2024, at 11:50 pm.
All applications must be submitted online through
City of Carpinteria Job Opportunities at governmentjobs.com
Materials must be complete and clearly indicate the candidate meets the minimum qualifications. Incomplete, late, emailed, and faxed applications are not accepted. Resumes are not considered in lieu of the required employment application.
- Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified.
- A resume may be included with your application; however, it will not substitute for the information requested on the application.
- Those considered most qualified will be invited to participate in an appraisal interview.
The City of Carpinteria is an equal opportunity employer.
Please review complete job description click here: Recreation Leader Job Description
Under the terms of the city's benefits plan and policies, part-time (temporary, seasonal, or extra help) employees are not eligible for benefits, other than those required by federal or state law (e.g. paid leave in accordance with Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act of 2014 - AB1522 and City policy). The City does not participate in Social Security; in lieu of social security, part-time employees, not currently CalPERS members, are enrolled in the City's 457 Deferred Compensation retirement plan. If you are a CalPERS member or CalPERS retired annuitant, please notify Human Resources.
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Instructions for completing the supplemental questionnaire: The application and supplemental questionnaire will be a primary tool in the evaluation of your qualifications for this position. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility and to further identify those applicants who are best qualified to continue in the selection process for this position. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Resumes may be attached, but they will not be accepted in lieu of completing the job experience section of the application or the supplemental questions. Responses to the supplemental questions that indicate "see resume" are considered incomplete. By checking the 'Yes' response below, I indicate that I have: Read the complete job description and these instructions. Additionally, I certify that my application and supplemental answers accurately reflect my training, education and experience; and I understand that my responses are subject to verification.
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Preferred Required
Bilingual in English and Spanish is not required, but strongly preferred. Please indicate your level of bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish (check one):
- None
- Basic (You can understand and use simple phrases and sentences in Spanish. You can engage in basic conversations but may struggle with complex topics or detailed communication. Reading and writing abilities are limited to common phrases and basic text)
- Intermediate (You can handle most conversations in Spanish, including some work-related discussions. You are able to read and write routine documents, emails, and reports, though you may require assistance with advanced vocabulary or grammar. You can effectively communicate in familiar situations)
- Advanced (You are fluent in Spanish, with the ability to converse on a wide range of topics, including complex and technical subjects. You can read and write at a professional level, including drafting reports, documents, and conducting presentations. You can communicate effectively in both formal and informal settings)
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This Position May Require You To Work a Flexible Schedule. Please Indicate Which Of The Follow Shifts You Are Able To Work (check All That Apply)
- Weekdays (Mon. - Fri.)
- Weekday Evenings (Mon. - Fri.)
- Saturdays
- Sundays
- On-Call
- Holidays
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Do you have at least one (1) year experience in recreation programs and/or customer service?
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If you indicated you have at least one year of experience working in recreation programs and/or customer service, in the previous question, please briefly describe where and how you gained this experience. In your response, include employer name, dates of employment, and general duties performed. If you do not have this experience, please write "N/A."
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Agency City of Carpinteria
Address 5775 Carpinteria Avenue
Carpinteria, California, 93013
Phone (805) 684-5405
Website https://carpinteriaca.gov
