RECREATION LEADER (Entry, Journey, Experienced) Various Divisions

Salary : $16.57 - $22.65 Hourly

Location : Huntington Beach, CA

Job Type : Temporary

Job Number : 9908-1224

Department : Community and Library Services Department

Opening Date : 12 / 16 / 2024

Description

This is a Part Time, Non Permanent position

Here in Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team. At this time, we have outstanding opportunities available, as we're looking for the "right people" to serve as Recreation Leaders with the Community and Library Services Department .

This posting will be used to fill vacancies across the following divisions :

Please complete the supplemental questionnaire to indicate your area(s) of interest.)

Community Centers / Programs

Youth Sports

Fitness Center

Hours worked per week may vary and may include evenings and weekends.

Examples of Essential Duties

Ideal candidates must possess effective and cooperative communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to relate to a diverse group of people.

Community Centers / Programs : Under supervision, assist in general community center operations including provide program and services information, customer service both in person and over the telephone, may collect fees or donations for recreation programs and rentals, perform equipment set-up and break-down; maintaining a clean and safe facility; monitoring park activities; and perform a variety of routine and semi-skilled tasks including but not limited to the following :

Respond to customer inquiries; provide information regarding community programs and services; problem solving; register customers for recreational activities and assist in operations by utilizing recreation software; proofread materials; assist in planning, directing, and coordinating activities, programs, and special events.

Availability is required from Sunday to Saturday, between 8 : 00 AM and 10 : 00 PM

Youth Sports : With direction of the CLS Supervisor and Youth Sports Program Coordinator, provides a variety of sports services including preparation of youth sports facilities and / or fields; serves as a scorekeeper or youth sports official; Pee Wee and Junior sports coach; and performs assorted miscellaneous duties depending on the nature of the program.

Fitness Center : Under supervision, assist in daily fitness center operations, providing high-quality customer service to members and visitors both in person and over the phone. Responsibilities include offering information on fitness programs, classes, and memberships; processing payments and membership registrations; assisting with facility and equipment maintenance; and ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment. Additionally, monitor fitness areas and provide support for fitness classes, events, and activities. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Greet and assist fitness center members and guests, responding to inquiries and providing accurate information about classes, memberships, and facility amenities.
• Handle member registrations, renewals, and payments, utilizing recreation software to track and manage memberships and registrations.
• Provide assistance with scheduling and promoting exercise classes, workshops, and special events.
• Set up and break down equipment as needed for classes, events, and facility operations, ensuring equipment is maintained in a clean and safe condition.
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and safety in all areas of the fitness center, addressing any issues promptly.
• Perform administrative tasks, including proofreading materials and helping prepare communications or signage related to programs and events.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience : Some high school and previous experience or related training required. Volunteer service or school-related experience is accepted and should be reflected in the application.

Certifications : CPR / First Aid Certificates must be obtained within three (3) months of appointment.

Public Employee Disaster Service Worker : In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all Huntington Beach city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE :

Please Note : Vacancies for these positions occur sporadically. The hiring department will contact applicants as needed.

Department Interview

Selection Process

Background Investigation

Appointment

Supplemental Information

Temporary / part-time employment is restricted to 1,000 hours within a 12-month period (July 1 - June 30) and does not qualify to receive City benefits, except those required by law. The City does not belong to the Social Security system. However, enrollment in an alternative retirement program is mandatory which requires an employee contribution of 7½% of base earnings to the Public Agency Retirement System (PARS). There are no rights to employment and employment may end with or without cause or advance notice. Further restrictions apply to CalPERS Retired Annuitants.

The SALARY RANGE is composed of seven steps. Merit step increases are based on satisfactory performance.

PROMOTIONS within the City are based upon the merit system principles emphasizing individual ability and utilizing competitive examinations.

CREDIT UNION membership is available to all City employees and provides access to low interest loans.

NOTE : The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied, and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.

This position requires that you complete First Aid and CPR training within the first three (3) months of hire. Will you be able to meet this requirement?

Please tell us why you are interested in a part-time temporary position working in the Community & Library Services Department.

Please select the area(s) of the department you are interested in.

Please explain how your education, experience and / or training have prepared you for the position(s) you have applied for.

Please include dates of and where education and training were obtained; Employer, Dates of Employment, Job Title, and duties where experience was obtained.)

If you are selected for hire, are you prepared to provide the following, when applicable : School Transcripts / Diploma, copies of Certifications and / or Licenses, and any other requested documentation of information you provided in the job application?

If you answered "No" to the last question, please explain :

Have you completed in full every relevant section of the application, including listing References with contact phone numbers?

Note : You may add additional information to your application at this time by selecting any of the categories in the navigation to the left.)

Are you a CalPERS Retired Annuitant?

Required Question

Salary : $17 - $23