What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Leader I - Special Events position at City of Palmdale?
The City of Palmdale is hiring multiple part-time/seasonal employees to assist with Special Events.
Special Events Program Leader: The Palmdale Parks and Recreation Division of Special Events is responsible for organizing and managing various events and activities within the city. Events primarily take place at the Palmdale Amphitheater, including Children's Springfest, July 4th, the summer concert series, family movie nights, Kaleidoscope fall frenzy, and rentals. Our goal is to enhance the overall quality of life for residents and provide enjoyable events that bring the community together. This position works outdoors.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
Program Leader I
This entry level class of the series is distinguished from level II by routine and repetitive duties performed according to established procedures. Incumbents are closely supervised in their initial assignments. As they gain experience, incumbents will work more independently in routine work.
Essential and other important responsibilities and functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Assist in the planning, coordinating and conduct of recreation activities for children and young adults at parks, community centers, school fun centers and camps; implement activities such as games, contests, arts and crafts, skits and sports.
- Ensure the set-up and safety of facilities for planned activities; may prepare rooms for use by patrons; set up and take down tables, chairs, and related equipment.
- Oversee the use of the facility, insuring patrons conform to the established policies and procedures; ensure security of the facility at the end of the day.
- Report facility maintenance concerns and maintain adequate supplies and inventory by reporting needs.
- Assist in special events and other recreational activities such as Children's Springfest, July 4th, the summer concert series, family movie nights, Kaleidoscope fall frenzy, and rentals.
- Assist in researching and preparing creative recreational activities; assist in maintaining records of activities and preparing reports on programs, accidents, discipline problems and staff meetings as necessary.
- Disseminate program publicity as required.
- Attend meetings, training sessions, and conferences; assist in making presentations and provide information regarding programs.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
- Program Leader I: Some experience in working with children or young adults in a recreational environment is highly desirable.
Education:
- Program Leader I: Completion of formal or informal education sufficient to assure the ability to read and write at the level required for successful job performance.
Licenses/Certifications/Other Requirements:
Must be at least 16 years of age by July 1 of the current year.
Knowledge of:
- Basic methods, procedures and practices of recreational activities.
- Principles and practices of supervising children and young adults.
- Principles and practices of coordinating activities.
- Safe work practices.
Ability to:
- Learn the principles and objectives of recreational activities.
- Deal effectively with a variety of groups and individuals.
- Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Physical Demands:
Mobility: frequent standing for extended periods of time, bending, stooping, sitting, walking on uneven ground as required by programs.
Lifting: frequently up to 25 pounds; occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; occasional color and depth vision.
Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching.
Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking in person.
Emotional/Psychological: frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasional working alone.
Environmental: frequent exposure to noise; frequent exposure to dust and other environmental substances.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is often performed in an outdoor environment with exposure to varying weather conditions. Work is subject to site noise and environment including exposure to loud equipment and machinery; Work is performed at various locations.
Incumbents in this class are required to work irregular hours on a regular basis, including evenings and weekends. Will not be required to travel.
Salary : $19 - $21
