What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Recreation Leader position at City of Ontario?
Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. This recruitment may close at any time without notice. First review of applications is tentatively scheduled for the week of March 24, 2025.
Looking for a rewarding job helping to serve the Ontario community? The City of Ontario’s Recreation & Community Services Department has an excellent part-time opportunity for highly motivated individuals to provide programming at a city park, community center, or other recreational areas within the City.
The Senior Recreation Leader will be expected to plan, organize, and lead recreational programs, special events, and activities such as sports, games, and arts and crafts; maintain accurate records, data entry, and process registrations; inspect facilities for safety and preparing reports. Other responsibilities for this position may include explaining policies to staff and volunteers and assisting in their training and evaluation; overseeing events, field trips, activity areas, and the use and maintenance of recreation supplies and equipment.
The Senior Recreation Leader is a part-time/temporary position, scheduled to work no more than 29 hours per week, and is not eligible to participate in the City's health insurance or retirement plans. Work schedule is determined by availability, operating hours and the incumbent's skill level in this position.
The following procedures will apply:
- Separate Promotional and Open (external) Eligibility Lists will be established.
- The Promotional Eligibility List will be comprised of current City employees (full or part-time) who meet the minimum qualifications and successfully complete any required selection processes.
- The Open Eligibility List will consist of external applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and successfully complete any required selection processes.
- The hiring department will consider the Promotional Eligibility List prior to considering candidates on the Open Eligibility List.
Recreation & Community Services Department
The City of Ontario's Recreation & Community Services Department provides opportunities for wholesome, year-round public recreational services for every age group in the City of Ontario. Through a comprehensive array of programs and events, the Department continually strives to meet the City Council's goal to provide enhanced recreational, educational, and cultural activities to the community. The Department operates six community centers, a senior center, provides programming in over thirty parks, three dog parks, and oversees the management of a municipal golf course.
The City of Ontario's Recreation & Community Services Department provides opportunities for wholesome, year-round public recreational services for every age group in the City of Ontario. Through a comprehensive array of programs and events, the Department continually strives to meet the City Council's goal to provide enhanced recreational, educational, and cultural activities to the community. The Department operates six community centers, a senior center, provides programming in over thirty parks, three dog parks, and oversees the management of a municipal golf course.
The Recreation & Community Services Department is growing! In the next couple of years, the Department will oversee the development of a 150 acre premiere regional sports complex; the building of the first phase (approximately 130 acres) of the Grand Park in Ontario Ranch; enhancing park amenities throughout the City; and putting plans in place to add new community centers throughout the City.
The mission statement of the Recreation & Community Services Department is to enhance community value through diverse opportunities, personal growth and healthy lifestyles by providing quality and affordable programs and services. The vision statement of the Recreation & Community Services Department is to be the leaders in building a healthy community through memorable experiences; connecting people to recreation. The Priority Values of the Recreation & Community Services Department include the following:
- Fun: Be enthusiastic, love what you do, and make it enjoyable for all.
- Integrity: We make ethical behavior the foundation of all actions.
- Teamwork: We take seriously our obligations to empower every person to achieve more by making opportunities available for personal growth.
- Innovation: We achieve continuous improvement by taking risk, welcoming new ideas, learning from our mistakes and celebrating our successes.
- Diversity: We welcome and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals.
- Commitment: We are passionate in delivering superior service to both our internal and external customers; taking pride in positively influencing their lives.
- Wellness: We strive to provide an environment that promotes overall health to every individual.
The City of Ontario
The City of Ontario is a dynamic leading community in the Inland Empire with a variety of full-time and part-time employment and volunteer opportunities. Ontario enjoys the reputation of being a progressive City which provides solid leadership to its citizens and to the business community. The City provides a full range of services to the community including: Police, Fire, Management Services, Community Life & Culture, Community Development, Public Works and the Ontario Municipal Utilities Company. The City's team is staffed with approximately 1,500 full-time and 300 part-time diverse and talented employees who work to support a common goal of providing excellent service to the community.
The City‘s vision for the future is very exciting and we foresee tremendous growth within the year(s) to come. We welcome you to view the City of Ontario’s 2024 State of the City video by clicking on the link below as well as other links to learn more about the City. State of the City The Ontario Plan
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The essential functions typically performed by the Senior Recreation Leader include the following:
- Plans, organizes, and leads a general program of recreational activities at a city park, community center, or other recreational areas within the City.
- Leads a variety of activities such as arts and crafts, games, sports, special events, and other special activities as assigned.
- Keeps proper records; accepts and processes registration.
- Performs score keeping, officiating, and field maintenance at ball fields.
- Inspects facilities for safety; maintains records and prepares reports.
- Monitors facility reservations reserved by occupants outside of the department.
- Administers First Aid.
- Assists public at the counter/front desk and answers incoming calls.
- May oversee the work of other part-time staff.
- Performs other job-related duties and responsibilities as required.
Education
High school diploma OR recognized equivalent.
Experience
Two years of part-time recreation or customer service experience. Volunteer work, internships, involvement in school activities, participation in sports as an athlete or coach, event programming, and other relevant hobbies will be considered.
Desirable
- Two years of college coursework in recreation, physical education, or related field.
- Previous experience with a local, county, or state agency providing recreation programs/services.
- Valid California Class C driver's license.
Certification
Selected positions may require the employee to obtain a Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification within a specified time period following their date of hire.
Special Requirement
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
NOTE: All potential hires are required to pass a fingerprint review and pre-employment physical examination, including a tuberculosis (TB) test.
NOTE: All potential hires are required to pass a fingerprint review and pre-employment physical examination, including a tuberculosis (TB) test.
How to Apply
Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" link at the top of this announcement. If this is the first time applying for a position using governmentjobs.com, you will be prompted to create a new user account; otherwise, log in with your username and password. Your application and responses to any supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for this position. It is suggested that your application include the following:
- List any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you qualify for the position.
- List all periods of employment for at least the past 10 years, beginning with your most recent or present employer (including, if applicable, all employment with the City of Ontario).
- Separately list each position held, including different positions with the same employer.
A resume may be attached to your application but will not substitute for the proper completion of your application. Applications that are not properly completed may be rejected.
NOTE: Transcripts from colleges, universities or technical schools outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report will result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.
Application Process
Applicants are required to submit required certification(s) or other required documentation as outlined in the Qualifications Guideline section of this bulletin. Please use the attachment function found on the City's online application to attach copies of the requested certification(s) or other documentation. Failure to attach required certifications may result in the rejection of your application. Please contact the Human Resources/Risk Management Agency if you have any questions regarding the application process.
Your application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Failure to complete these sections may result in the rejection of your application.
Supplemental Questions
To complete your application for this position, you will be prompted to respond to supplemental questions. This information will be used as part of the application screening and selection process and is designed to help you present your qualifications for this position. This may include a selection step in which your application and supplemental questions are reviewed and scored by a panel of raters familiar with this position.
Incomplete responses, false statements, omission, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Your responses should be consistent with the information provided on your application.
Please provide succinct, concise, descriptive, and detailed information for each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.
Email Notices
Email is the primary way that the Human Resources/Risk Management Agency or Hiring Department will communicate with you. Please check your email account (including the SPAM folder) on a regular basis for any emails related to the application or selection process. Emails from the City of Ontario will come from "@ontarioca.gov" or "governmentjobs.com." If you change your email address after submitting your application, please visit governmentjobs.com and update your profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any additional questions regarding the application process, please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions page.
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