Senior Program Leader (Part-Time)

Salary : $20.39 - $24.79 Hourly

Location : Santa Ana, CA

Job Type : Part-time

Job Number : 2025-TBD10

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.

This is a part-time position and incumbents will work an average of 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.

Essential Functions Include But Are Not Limited To

Under general supervision

• Supervises program participants in recreation activities at recreation centers, and / or parks

Assists in planning, organizing, promoting and conducting educational and recreational activities including; arts, sports, games, excursions, competitive activities, contests, summer camps, and special events

Compile program / activity descriptions; maintain inventory of supplies and materials

Collect and submit participant rosters, attendance sheets, registration forms, monthly statistical reports and other program data

Assists with supervision of staff and volunteers

Assists with development and implementation of program rules

Monitor and evaluate daily activities and make recommendations for improvement

Provide general center support

Participate cooperatively in work team activities

Answer telephone and provide customer assistance over the telephone or in-person

May make presentations to city agencies, neighborhood associations and community groups

Perform other related duties as assigned.

If assigned to Zoo, duties may include :

Addresses emergency / accident issues related to patrons and facilities

Works outdoors in a variety of weather conditions

May handle live animals for education programs

Minimum Qualifications

Education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and one year of experience working in a recreation program, or any equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the desirable knowledge, skills and abilities. Possession and retention of a valid California Class C Driver's license is required.

DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of : Arts & Craft projects, outdoor activities, such as : excursions, event planning, outdoor recreation (rules and regulations as it pertains to basketball, baseball, football and other sports), gardening; chess rules and regulations; basic English usage, writing, math and record keeping; previous experience working with adults in recreation or community activities is highly desirable; basic use of computers, the internet, and Microsoft Word; and Recreation Registration software.

Ability to : work in a team environment or with minimal supervision, work outside in all weather conditions, understand and communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing; operate current office software and educational software applications, work with groups of all ages; handle a variety of emergency situations.

Special Working Conditions : Must be willing and able to work irregular hours, including weekends and evenings.

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 a 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 have a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent?

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?

How many years of general office clerical experience, which includes general typing assignments, proficiency in utilizing a personal computer and current office software applications do you possess?

How much experience do you possess working in a recreation program, school program, Zoo education, or related field?

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

Please select your program area(s) of interest :

Are you interested in working with or around animals?

Describe your experience working in a recreation program, school program, Zoo education, or related field. Be sure to include the name of the company / agency and your job duties.

Required Question

Salary : $20 - $25