Recreation Leader II - Hourly/At-Will/Part-Time

Salary : $16.91 - $20.55 Hourly

Location : Norwalk Arts & Sports Complex 13000 Clarkdale Ave., CA

Job Type : Hourly / At-Will / Part-Time

Job Number : 25-53JS / CE

Department : Recreation & Park Services

Opening Date : 02 / 10 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 28 / 2025 12 : 00 AM Pacific

Definition

This position is open to the first 50 candidates and can close without notice.

You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

The City of Norwalk is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join its Recreation and Parks Department as Recreation Leader II in various divisions, including the Cultural Arts Center, Parks, sports, and Adaptive Recreation divisions. In this role, you will organize, conduct, and supervise multiple recreational programs and activities. Your responsibilities will include providing leadership to others, organizing and instructing numerous programs, and ensuring that all activities are conducted safely and efficiently.

This position is distinct from Recreation Leader I due to its increased responsibilities in managing recreation programs. It is a seasonal, hourly, part-time role that averages approximately 20-25 hours per week. You will need to be available for various shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. We assure you that this job will be a fun and rewarding experience!

Essential Duties

Depending on assignment, essential duties may include, but are not limited to the following :

Organizes, conducts and supervises free play and team activities for children and adults on outdoor and indoor play areas; officiates and instructs in games such as basketball, softball, football, baseball, volleyball, track and field.

Instructs fundamentals of play and sports conduct in recreational activities, organizes and conducts non-athletic events and programs including contests, special activity days, tournaments, and holiday programs; instructs and supervises in arts and crafts, singing and dancing and day care.

Organizes club activities, collects and accounts for money received; keeps records and prepares reports.

Supervises overall activities of playground or other sites; observes and monitors activities of participants to ensure that park rules and regulations are followed and that equipment is used in a safe manner; administers first aid as needed.

Assists in maintaining recreational facility by performing light custodial maintenance.

Qualification Guidelines

Knowledge of : recreation planning and administration; the equipment, facilities, operations, and techniques used in a community recreation program; the policies, rules, and regulations governing the conduct and safety of persons using the recreational facilities and equipment; first aid techniques.

Ability to : develop, coordinate, and direct varied activities involved in a community recreation program; supervise and monitor games and team activities; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, participants, instructors, and the general public; communicate effectively orally and in writing; plan and supervise the work of paid staff and volunteers. The ability to speak Spanish is desirable.

Education and / or Experience

Any combination of education and / or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary. Example combinations include :

One year experience, paid or volunteer, as a leader in a recreational activity which included cashier and recordkeeping duties.

Special Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age or enrolled in college. Assignments in child care require completion of 9-semester units and current enrollment in 3-semester units of early childhood education or possess an ECE credential. The City of Norwalk requires a tuberculosis test. The candidate must be available to work from May 8 - to September 2, 2024. Those candidates selected for employment will be required to attend mandatory training sessions held the week of May 8-9 and June 4-6, 2024.

Supplemental Information

SELECTION PROCESS

Apply online at Employment application and supplemental questions must be completed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City application. Applicant must be specific in describing qualifications for this position on application. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application. Faxed materials or postmarks will not be accepted. Applications will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in the job announcement. Candidates with qualifications that best relate to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure continuation in the selection process. The selection process will include an oral interview and other testing processes designed to predict successful job performance.

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Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling the Department of Human Resources at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled examination / interview date. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

The City of Norwalk, in compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, religion, disability, sex, or sexual orientation in its employment actions, policies, procedures or practices.

BENEFITS FOR HOURLY / AT-WILL / PART-TIME EMPLOYEES

Terms of Employment : All employees hired as Hourly / At-Will / Part-Time are employed "at-will" throughout the term of their employment with the City. Consequently, the services of a Hourly / At-Will / Part-Time employee can be discontinued at anytime without cause, regardless of the number of hours worked for the City by the employee.

Retirement : Membership in the Public Agency Retirement System (PARS) is required. The employee pays the 7.5% retirement contribution.

Credit Union : The City is affiliated with the Los Angles County F & A Federal Credit Union. Please check with the Department of Human Resources for details.

Employee Assistance Program : An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available to provide help to employees and members of their families who are experiencing personal problems. For more information, contact the Department of Human Resources.

Paid Holidays : After 3,000 hours of employment, an hourly employee is entitled to six hours pay for specified holidays designated in the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

Vacation Leave : After 3,000 hours of employment, vacation leave is accumulated at the rate of .046 hours for each hour of straight time worked.

Sick Leave : Beginning on the 30th day of employment with the City, employee will accrue sick leave at the rate of .033 hours for each hour of straight time worked. No sick leave shall be taken until the 90th day of employment. After 3,000 hours of employment, sick leave is accumulated at the rate of .046 hours for each hour of straight time worked.

Medical Plan : Eligibility for medical coverage is determined using the Affordable Care Act guidelines. Employees may also qualify after 3,000 hours of employment.

Voluntary Insurance Plans : Optional Short Term Disability, Hospitalization, Accident and Cancer insurance policies are available at the employee's cost.

Veteran's Preference : The City provides preference to military veterans under consideration for initial employment. To claim veteran's preference an applicant must submit their most recent DD214 form. An eligible veteran is one who has served in the United States armed forces and who has received an honorable discharge.

Will you be at least 18 years of age by April 27, 2025?

Please indicate below the hours you are available to work Sunday - Saturday, and include any scheduling comments you might have.

List and describe your paid or volunteer experience in organizing and conducting recreational programs and activities. Please indicate dates and length of each experience listed.

List and describe your paid or volunteer experience in organizing and conducting recreational programs and activities. Please indicate dates and length of each experience listed.

Have you ever participated in swim programs? Please list and describe any related school, work or volunteer experience, including the dates and length of each experience listed.

Please describe in detail your experience in working with Adaptive Recreation

Please describe in detail your experience in working with cultural arts

Please describe in detail your experience in working with aquatics

Please describe in detail your experience in working with sports

Required Question

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