Recreation Leader II (Seasonal)

 SEASONAL/PART-TIME JOB OPPORTUNITY
Recreation Leader II

Are you ready to elevate your leadership journey while having a blast? As a Recreation Leader II, you’ll take on increased responsibility, serve as a role model, and be a key influence in our dynamic summer programs. This is your chance to showcase your leadership, creativity, and passion for working with children, clients, and the community while building your resume and guiding future leaders!

This role requires demonstrating strong leadership skills and serving as a positive role model while displaying a genuine interest in working with clients, the public, children, parents, and supervisors. The Recreation Leader II is expected to communicate effectively, utilizing exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills, and to showcase organization and creativity in planning and executing class projects. A clear understanding of childcare discipline and problem-solving techniques is essential for handling any challenges that may arise. Additionally, the Recreation Leader II reads, understands, and adheres to all policies and procedures as outlined in the staff handbook and performs related duties as assigned.

Recreation Leader II is the journey-level class in the Recreation Leader series and is distinguished from the Recreation Leader I by the performance of the full range of duties assigned. Employees at this level receive moderate instruction or assistance, are well-versed in the operating procedures and policies of the work unit, and typically advance from the Recreation Leader I level.

Recreation Leader II position with the City of Hercules is now open. We encourage you to apply online today! The deadline for the first review of applications is 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 4, 2025.

Save the date! Summer hiring interviews will be held on Saturday, March 8, 2025 at Hercules City Hall from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. during our All in One Interview Day - Summer Hiring Event  You will be notified by email with your interview time on Thursday, March 6, 2025 if selected to move forward in the selection process.

Supervision Received And Excercised
Recreation Leader II receives supervision from the Recreation Manager, Recreation Coordinator, Recreation Leader III, or designee.  The Recreation Leader II class may exercise supervision over lower level staff.

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Answers inquiries, provides information and assists customers at the counter and by telephone.
• Ensures customers receive complete information about programs and activities and any applicable policies and regulations.
• Operates standard office equipment such as copiers, computers, calculators, typewriters and multi-line telephones.
• Types and proofreads outgoing correspondence for accuracy, completeness, correct English usage, grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Assists in monitoring and supervising the activities of patrons of all ages at various sites.
• Prepares incident, accident, and monthly reports for various sites. 
• Assists with city-wide events. 
• Attends regular staff meetings.
• Provides marketing support for areas of responsibility including production of seasonal Parks and Recreation Department Activity Guide brochures.   
• Performs related duties as required.

When Assigned to the Children’s Program

• Ensures children are in a safe environment at all times; ensures age appropriate materials are being used. 
• Plans and implements projects and activities with children.
• Anticipates problems among children and prevents harmful situations before they occur or escalate.
• Calls parents for various reasons, such as children being sick or absent, throughout the day.
• Communicates information to parents through signs, notes, or in person.
• Supervises, directs and assists lower level staff with classroom activity assignments and cleaning duties including washing dishes, vacuuming, trash disposal, sweeping, mopping, and cleaning bathrooms.
• Attends all local, off site field trips.  
• Participates in aquatic activities with children at the Community/Swim Center as needed.
• Ensures proper health, welfare, safety and supervision of all children enrolled in assigned programs; remains on site at assigned location(s); resolves various behavioral problems as they arise.
• Tutors and assists children with homework as needed. 
• Drives City vehicles with children to designated sites.
• Maintains and submits necessary attendance records and accident and incident reports.
• Makes efficient use of available materials and supplies.
• Performs related duties as required.

Knowledge of

• Operations, services, and activities of recreation programs, including child care programs. 
• Correct English usage, including spelling and grammar.
• Safety principles and practices related to child care programs and activities. 
• City policies and procedures.
• Principles and practices of child development. 
• Methods and techniques of classroom management. 
• Working with children with special needs and teens with behavior issues.
• Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.

Ability to

• Prepare lesson plans ahead of time and stay current with recreation program trends.
• Apply childcare discipline techniques handle behavioral issues, work proactively to assess situations to prevent challenges.
• Communicate clearly with the peers, supervisors, camp participants, seniors, parents/guardians, and the general public while maintaining respectful, positive communication and relationships.
• Ask questions, take feedback and direction positively
• Exercise flexibility regarding working with varying personalities, age groups and work schedules.
• Interact appropriately with all age groups and consistently demonstrate a professional appearance, attitude, and demeanor.
• Remain calm during emergencies and be prepared to administer first aid, CPR, or artificial respiration (AED) as needed.
• Lead and support Recreation Leader I staff
• Engage large groups in diverse activities such as games, art projects, homework, and outdoor play.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills while effectively improvising and handling multiple tasks.
• Perform daily maintenance tasks and chores including mopping spills, sweeping, vacuuming, carry out the trash, wash dishes and tables as needed.
• Operate office equipment and use computer applications (word processing, spreadsheets, databases) effectively.
• Participate in every activity to lead by example and keep the energy high.
• Follow all policies as outlined in the staff handbook and complete all related duties as assigned.

Experience And Education/Training Guidelines 
Any combination of experience and education/training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: 

Experience 
Two years of experience working in a recreation program.  Experience in working effectively with children and/or youth programs and in a recreational environment is desirable.   

Education/Training 
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by completion of twelve units in early childhood education, child development, recreation, elementary education, or a related field. Or, completion of six units in early childhood education, child development, recreation, elementary education, or a related field and enrolled in three qualifying units per semester until twelve units are completed.

Certificates / Licenses / Special Requirements 
Possession, or ability to obtain, current Pediatric First Aid and Infant/Child/Adult CPR certificates.
Possession of a valid California Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record as determined by the City’s policy may be required for some positions.

Minimum Age:
Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.

Recruitment and Selection Process

Application Process
1. Submit a completed City of Hercules employment application online at www.herculesca.gov. Only application materials submitted online during the filing period will be accepted. Please refer to our Step by Step Application Guide for more information on the online application process.

2.  All qualified applications and supplemental responses will be competitively evaluated, and those candidates demonstrating the strongest qualifications for the position will be invited to participate in an interview.

Tentative Selection Plan
Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the City of Hercules:

Action	Timeline
Application Deadline	Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.*   *We encourage you to apply early. Once a sufficient number of applications are received the recruitment may close without further notice.
Review of Minimum Qualifications	The first review of applications will be completed on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, by 5:00 p.m.   We encourage you to apply early and by the above noted first review deadline.
Candidate Notices (Invitation to Interview)	If you are selected to interview on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at the All In One Day Hiring Event, you will receive an email on Thursday, March 6, 2025 with your interview time and location details.
Interviews	Saturday, March 8, 2025 Additional interview dates TBD/subject to need.
Candidate Notices (Pass/Fail Interview)	No later than 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, you will be notified whether you passed or failed the March 8, 2025 interview. Information regarding the mandatory orientation will be included in that email.
Candidate Orientation	If you are selected to advance in the selection process, you will be required to attend a mandatory candidate orientation session. One session will be offered virtually, the other in person. Zoom: date/time TBD In Person: date/time/location TBD
Offer of Employment: Terms	Candidates should note that the final offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate passing a City-paid fingerprint check, pre-employment medical exam, drug and alcohol screening, and TB test.

Important Notice to Applicants:  Please ensure that the email address you used to create your Governmentjobs.com account is accurate and accessible. All communication from the City of Hercules regarding your application, including updates and next steps, will be sent to that email address. Check your inbox (and spam/junk folder) regularly to avoid missing important notifications.

The City of Hercules is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, please contact Human Resources by phone at (510) 799-8214 or by email at hr@herculesca.gov prior to the final filing date indicated on this job posting.

Salary : $20 - $25