What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Recreation Leader (Family Resource Center) position at City of Stanton?
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This part-time Senior Recreation Leader vacancy is for the Family Resource Center (FRC). This position will provide support in the area of human services by engaging and connecting families to FRC programs and services including Family Night Out and assisting with grant-related activities.
Work Schedule: The successful candidate must be available to work up to 28 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Hours are flexible, however, most shifts will be mornings (starting at 8am) with at least one closing shift (ending at 8pm) on Tuesday or Wednesday. Senior Recreation Leaders may be scheduled for special events on evenings, weekends and/or holidays with advanced notice.
Summary Description: Under supervision, the Senior Recreation Leader will plan, organize, and conduct a diverse recreation program, which includes games, sports, crafts, special events and other related activities; serves in a leadership capacity, training and coordinating the work of part-time and volunteer staff, and does related work as required. The Senior Recreation Leader is differentiated from a Recreation Leader in that it can perform more tasks independently.
Apply soon. This recruitment closes on April 15, 2025!
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- Serves in a leadership capacity.
- Trains and coordinates the work of part-time and volunteer staff.
- Attends staff meetings.
- Assists in implementing recreation activities, including games, sports, crafts, special events, and other related activities.
- Coordinates the issuance, use, care and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
- Assists in moving and setting up equipment.
- Assists in preparing for facility rentals, special events, programs, and other related activities including coordinating activities, moving and setting up tables, chairs and various equipment.
- Assists patrons with classes and registration.
- Maintains effective communication and harmonious relationships with the public, participants and associates.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILLS:
- Knowledge of organizing and planning recreation activities.
- Modern recreational philosophies and practices as it relates to sports, special activities and play.
- Enjoy working with people of all ages.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Has demonstrated leadership and organizational abilities.
- Knowledge of facility management & procedure.
- Flexible and can easily adapt to changes and work schedules.
- Establish and maintain effective relationship with staff and other department representatives.
EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/EDUCATION: Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
- Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in providing recreation and leisure time services.
- Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. College course work in the field of Recreation, Physical Education or related field is desired.
- Bilingual Capacity: Spanish is highly desired.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE:
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS: Ability to work in a standard office environment requiring prolonged sitting, standing, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, crouching and stooping in the performance of daily activities. May require constant walking, standing (including on concrete or uneven ground), climbing and exercising full range of motion of the arms, hands, wrists and fingers.
- Occasional pushing, pulling, dragging and lifting equipment and/or office items weighing 25 lbs.
- Ability to hear and convey detailed or important instructions or information verbally and accurately.
- Average visual acuity to prepare and read documents.
- Ability to communicate with both the public and co-workers in a clear and concise manner.
- Ability to travel to different sites and locations.
- Exposure to outdoor conditions and inclement weather.
All applications will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualifiedon the basis of experience and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include, but is not limited to oral interview and/or written exams and oral presentations. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment eligible list from which hires may be made. The list is valid for up to one year, unless exhausted sooner.
Once an employment offer has been made, all candidates will participate in a confidential background investigation, have their fingerprints reviewed by the Department of Justice and be required to take a pre-employment medical exam which may include a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
The City of Stanton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, genetic status or any other legally protected status.
Salary : $21 - $27
