Recreation Leader III - Summer Camp Lead

The City of Dublin is hiring! We are now accepting applications for seasonal employment for a Summer Camp Lead. Interested individuals are strongly encouraged to apply early. This recruitment is open until filled and may close at any time without notice once sufficient qualified applications have been reviewed. The expected start date for this position is May 5, 2025.

General Purpose
Under general supervision, assist in planning and oversee the delivery of recreation program areas including preschool, playground, after school programs, parks, teens, sports, special events, and senior citizen; oversee the proper use of a community recreation facilities; perform a variety of custodial tasks; assist the public and staff in use of City facilities.

Distinguishing Characteristics
The Recreation Leader III classification is distinguished from the Recreation Leader I/II in the complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, the amount of time spent performing the duties, the nature of the public contact made, and its training responsibilities of new staff. Positions at this level are required to be proficient in all tasks associated with the delivery of recreation programs in assigned area of responsibility.

Supervision Received and Exercised

• Receives general supervision from a Recreation Coordinator. May receive technical and/or functional supervision from a Program Specialist.
• Exercise technical and functional supervision over Recreation I/II.

Work Schedule
Availability to work Monday to Friday, between 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM from May - August 2025 is preferred.Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are normal for this classification. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is a similar, related or logical assignment to this class.

• Perform all duties and responsibilities as Recreation Leader I/II. 
• Assist in planning and oversight of various recreation activities in program areas such as preschool, playground, parks, after school programming, teens, sports, museum, special events, and senior citizen activities.
• Serve as the site or program lead for assigned program area, including but not limited to afterschool programs, summer camps, and preschool programs.  
• Ensure facilities are safe, clean, and prepared for programs or events. 
• Develop and implement engaging program activities while addressing participant behavior.
• Provide regular updates to parents/guardians and communicate effectively with staff, participants, and the public. 
• Provide minor first aid to recreation program participants/spectators and/or perform related first aid/emergency techniques.  
• Exercise precautions necessary to ensure the safety of recreation program participants and spectators.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Provide program reports as necessary and assist Recreation Coordinators and Program Specialists.
• Perform other duties as assigned.  

Training and Experience
Any combination equivalent to education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities are qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade; college level course work in recreation, leisure services, or a related field is desirable.

Experience
A minimum of two years' experience performing duties similar to that of Recreation Leader II with the City of Dublin.

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements

1. At time of hire, must be 18 years of age or older.
2. Any offer of employment to an adult who will have direct contact with minors is conditional upon submission of completed fingerprint screening and a satisfactory background check.
3. Current certification in First Aid and CPR is required.
4. Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License and certificate of automobile insurance for personal liability may be required, depending on assignment. 
5. This classification is designated as a Mandated Reporter; completion of Mandated Reporter training is required within one month of employment.

Knowledge of

• English language skills, including punctuation and spelling.
• Operational characteristics of assigned recreation programs.
• Principles and practices of facility maintenance and operational practices.
• Principles and practices of standard safety precautions.
• Basic arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. 
• Point of sale or cash registers. 
• Techniques of instruction, and use of equipment and supplies, for conducting recreation programs in preschool, playground, parks, afterschool programming, teens, sports, museum, special events, and senior citizen activities.
• Principles and techniques of effective leadership and supervision.
• Customer service principles and conflict resolution.

Ability to

• Assist in planning and overseeing the delivery of recreation programs and activities.
• Provide functional supervision of Staff in Recreation Leader I/II classifications.    
• Organize people, supplies, equipment and facilities.
• Follow written and oral instructions.
• Express ideas and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Exercise courtesy and tact in dealing with program participants, spectators, and renters.
• Deal with difficult or stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.
• Problem-solve conflicts and disputes as applicable.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Work effectively with preschool, elementary, and teenage children and parents.
• Learn tour and exhibit content; provide tours to diverse audiences.
• Analyze and interpret facility policies and procedures.
• Explain and enforce rules, regulations, procedures, and program objectives.
• Administer basic First Aid/CPR.

Physical Standards
The physical standards described are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and report operational and technical policy and procedures.
• Employees must stand and/or sit for extended periods; communicate in person, during meetings, and by phone; and use hands to operate office equipment. Physical tasks include bending, twisting, standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 pounds or pushing/pulling equipment up to 100 pounds. Duties require written and verbal communication, interpreting information and layouts, and interacting with staff, volunteers, vendors, and the public.

Salary : $21 - $28