Program Leader II (Part-Time)

Salary : $18.27 - $22.25 Hourly

Location : Santa Ana, CA

Job Type : Part-time

Job Number : 2025-TBD04

Department : Parks, Recreation and Community Services

Opening Date : 09 / 11 / 2024

Bargaining Unit : SEIU - PT

Description

The City of Santa Ana is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess great attitude, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success and have a passion for public service. Having highly talented employees provides the best service to our community.

The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency is currently seeking staff for youth & adult sports, youth and teen programs, health & wellness programming, special events, aquatics, senior services programs, the nature center, and Santa Ana Zoo. All positions are part-time and incumbents may work up to 19 hours per week. Work hours and schedules vary according to program and participant needs. Successful candidates must be available to work shifts during various hours of the day, evenings, holidays, and weekends.

This recruitment is open until further notice and can close at any time. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Vacancies will be filled continuously and candidates may only hear from the department if selected for an interview. Bilingual pay is an additional $1.01 / hour, if applicable.

• IT IS MANDATORY TO WORK THE CITY'S INDEPENDENCE DAY / 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION SCHEDULED EVERY YEAR ON JULY 4TH
• May be applicable to certain divisions only)

Essential Functions Include But Are Not Limited To

Under general supervision :

If assigned to Community Garden Program, duties may also include :

If assigned to Athletics Reservation Programs, duties may also include :

If assigned to Zoo, duties may also include :

Minimum Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age and possess and retain a California Class "C" Driver's License as a condition of employment; education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school; some experience planning and implementing activities and events, preferably in Recreation; ability to deal professionally with senior citizens and participants of all ages, including children; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the desirable skills and abilities listed below.

DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of : public relations / customer service; PRCSA rules and regulations; personal computers, including current office software applications and Windows operating system.

Skills : basic use of computers, including Microsoft Word; operating a calculator, phone, and standard office equipment.

Ability to : establish and maintain an effective and respectful working relationship and communication approach with fellow team members, various groups and organizations, the general public, other public entities and PRCSA facility patrons; perform assignments without close supervision; work in a team environment; understand and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing; use correct grammar and spelling; use telephone, fax machine, copier and computers; be well-organized and pay attention to detail; exercise good judgment; work in a public setting; perform job duties with a high degree of accuracy; demonstrate enthusiasm, motivation and creativity in planning, organizing and directing the recreation program activities by providing leadership, instruction and training to participants; carry out directives from the Senior Program Leader. Recreation Specialist and / or Recreation Program Coordinator, take initiative, be proactive; attend staff meetings and trainings; multi-task and maintain organization in a fast-paced, changing environment; create and maintain confidentiality when dealing with proprietary information and sensitive situations. Special Requirement : Must be able to lift, carry, push or pull items weighing up to 60 lbs.

Special Working Conditions : Must be willing and able to work during the shifts listed at the top of this bulletin which includes weekends, evenings and holidays, as a condition of employment.

Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Hmong, Korean, or Samoan is highly desirable.

Selection Process

All applicants are required to complete and submit a City application form online, as well as complete the supplemental questionnaire. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City online application.

Click on the "Apply" link located at the top of this page. New users must create an account first. Click on this link for instructions on how to set up your account and apply for the first time :

The Human Resources Department and Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency will review all applications and those candidates who possess the most pertinent qualifications will be invited for an oral interview by the hiring agency. If you have any questions regarding the position, please call the Human Resources Department at 714-647-5001.

Candidates given a job offer will be required to pass a medical exam and background records check. The City of Santa Ana is an equal opportunity employer. If you consider yourself a person with a disability, you may contact us regarding providing reasonable accommodation.

Part-Time employees accrue paid sick leave at the rate of one (1) hour of paid sick leave for every thirty (30) hours worked up to a maximum accrual of 6 days or 48 hours. Employees are eligible to use 3 days or 24 hours of accrued paid sick leave in a 12-month period. For additional information please visit the Department of Industrial Relations Website :

Do you possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent?

Applicants must be at least 18 years old. Are you at least 18 years old?

Do you possess a CA Class C driver's license as of today? If you are out-of-state, do you possess a driver's license in your state of residence as of today, and are you willing and able to obtain a CA driver's license if offered the position?

Are you willing and able to work irregular hours, including some weekends, evenings and holidays, as needed?

Are you able to lift, carry, push or pull items weighing up to 60 lbs without assistance?

Employees working in this position are REQUIRED to work the City's Independence Day / 4th of July celebration scheduled every year on July 4th. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement?

Employees in this position assigned to Facilities must be willing and able to work up to 19 hrs PER WEEK between the hours of : Thursday / Friday (5 pm -11 : 30 pm) and Saturday / Sunday (7 am - 11 : 30 pm).Are you willing and able to meet this requirement?

Please rate your overall level of expertise in using a personal computer?

Please rate your overall level of expertise in using MS Office software programs.

Please select your program area(s) of interest :

Please indicate if you have work or volunteer experience in any of the following areas :

Are you interested in working with or around animals?

Please describe your experience in interacting with residents, sports organizations, coaches, and sports participants, if any. If none, type "N / A".

Required Question

Salary : $18 - $22