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Location : CA 90670, CA
Job Type: Hourly Non-Benefitted
Job Number: 2023-60
Department: Community Services/Recreation
Opening Date: 12/14/2023
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Non-Represented
The City of Santa Fe Springs seeks applicants for the position of Community Services Program Leader I - Seasonal. This is a seasonal, hourly/non-benefited position. Incumbents are expected to be available to work approximately 20-25 hours per week beginning April 2024 through August 2024 on a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Upcoming seasonal vacancies exist in the following divisions of the Community Services Department:
Parks and Recreation Services (PRS) Division: The Parks and Recreation Services Division is responsible for development, planning, and implementation of recreation programs and events. Programming includes youth & adult sports, teen lounge & youth development programs.
Family and Human Services (FHS) Division: The Family and Human Services Division is responsible for the development, implementation, and planning of Older Adults Services, Family services, and special events which include summer concerts, Pioneer Day, Dia de los Muertos event, Holiday programs, and other cultural events.
SUMMER HIRING EXPO: Qualified Candidates will be invited to participate in the examination process which will consist of an oral panel interview. The interview will take place at the Summer Hiring Expo which is scheduled for Saturday, February 24, 2024 (9:00am - 1:00pm) and will take place at Town Center Plaza - 11740 Telegraph Rd, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670. Candidates should expect to be at the Hiring Expo approximately 1 hour. Makeup/zoom interviews will be held following week - tentatively scheduled for March, 5, 2024 - for those Candidates unable to attend Hiring Expo.
*Incumbents may be offered year-round employment dependent upon availability and/or departmental programming needs.
Under general supervision of the Community Services Director, Recreation Manager, Supervisor, Coordinator, Community Services Specialist or Community Services Leader III, the Community Services Program Leader I provides support and assists with a variety of programs, projects, functions and events in the Community Services Department. Supports the Mission of the City and its Elected and Appointed Officials. Exhibits loyalty to the City and its representatives. Provides courteous and timely service to the public as the ultimate employer. Works cooperatively with other City employees. Exhibits integrity and displays ethical behavior. Plans, develops, conducts and oversees a wide variety of activities for children, teens, adults and older adults/seniors including sports, contests, tournaments, games, arts & crafts, day camps, special events and programs. Assists with facility rentals, oversee and provide coverage to a variety of COMMUNITY SERVICES facilities which includes parks; set up and take down tables, chairs, and equipment, for classes, activities, events and meetings. Assists in maintaining and cleaning facilities and/or parks. Assists with general office duties, including basic cashiering, answering phones, greeting patrons, typing, data entry, coping and filing. Assists with facility reservations, including phone and front counter contact, registering patrons for classes and programs, processing receipts and record keeping. Assists with coaching/instructing the basic and fundamental skills of football, basketball, volleyball and soccer. Assists patrons and other Community Services Department staff in routine and emergency situations including administering first aid. Attends staff meetings, trainings and workshops. Adhere to City and departmental policies and procedures. Performs related duties as required or assigned.
REPRESENTATIVE COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required to satisfactorily perform the jobs essential duties and responsibilities.
Knowledge of: Policies, procedures, and regulations governing the conduct and safety of persons using equipment and facilities; English grammar, punctuation, spelling and composition.
Ability to: Exhibit good judgment and problem solving skills; develop and maintain effective working relationships and exercise tact, courtesy, alertness in responding to internal and external customers; operate modern office equipment including computer equipment software programs, and audio visual equipment; ability to work well with the public, have strong leadership skills, team-oriented, oral and written communication skills; experience working with the public, children, teens and/or seniors is highly desirable; communicate clearly and concisely with program participants, community groups, the public, City officials and staff; lift up to 45 lbs. and work indoors and outdoors; work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
The following requirements generally demonstrate possession of the minimum requisite knowledge and ability necessary to perform the duties of the position. A typical way to obtain these would be:
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE:
Possession of CPR, AED, and First Aid Certificates are required. *Certification training will be provided by the City.
NEPOTISM POLICY:
Relatives may be appointed regardless of the designation of full or part-time classification. Candidates with relatives employed by the City will be excluded from applying for a vacancy if one or more of the following criteria exist: 1) The appointment of a relative would place one in a supervisory capacity directly over the other 2) The appointment would create a situation in which it is conceivable personal gain for one could be obtained by the actions of the other 3) The appointment would create a situation where performance or non-performance of either would have a direct effect upon the performance of the other 4) The appointment would create a situation where the confidentiality of either could be compromised. Candidates with relatives employed by the City will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. "Relative" shall be defined as: mother, father, son, daughter, brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandchild, spouse, domestic partner, step mother, step-father, step-sister, step-brother, stepchild and step grandchild.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters in performing the essential functions of this job.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
Applicants are required to complete and submit a city application online. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of the City online application. To apply, click on the link located at the top of this page. New users must first create an account.
METHOD OF SELECTION:
Selection may be based upon an application review, a performance examination and evaluation, and a structured interview. Appointment will be contingent upon a criminal record check and physical examination, including a drug screen.
ACCOMMODATION:
If you require special testing and/or interview accommodations due to a physical, mental, or learning disability, please call the Human Resources Office at (562) 409-7530 at least 5 days prior to the scheduled date.
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The minimum age requirement for this position is 17 years of age. Are you 17 years of age or older?
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Please indicate the Division you are interested in.
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Do you possess valid and current CPR/AED/First-Aid Certifications? (If so, please attach a copy of your certifications along with application)
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Candidates must be available to work a minimum of 20-25 hours on a weekly basis which includes varying shifts, evenings and/or holidays. Can you meet this requirement?
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For the following questions, please indicate the time of day you would be available to work each day beginning April 2024 through August 2024. For example: Monday 9am - 5:15pm or OPEN (to indicate you are available all day). If you are not available to work for a certain day, enter "N/A".
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Location : CA 90670, CA
Job Type: Hourly Non-Benefitted
Job Number: 2023-60
Department: Community Services/Recreation
Opening Date: 12/14/2023
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Non-Represented
The City of Santa Fe Springs seeks applicants for the position of Community Services Program Leader I - Seasonal. This is a seasonal, hourly/non-benefited position. Incumbents are expected to be available to work approximately 20-25 hours per week beginning April 2024 through August 2024 on a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Upcoming seasonal vacancies exist in the following divisions of the Community Services Department:
Parks and Recreation Services (PRS) Division: The Parks and Recreation Services Division is responsible for development, planning, and implementation of recreation programs and events. Programming includes youth & adult sports, teen lounge & youth development programs.
Family and Human Services (FHS) Division: The Family and Human Services Division is responsible for the development, implementation, and planning of Older Adults Services, Family services, and special events which include summer concerts, Pioneer Day, Dia de los Muertos event, Holiday programs, and other cultural events.
SUMMER HIRING EXPO: Qualified Candidates will be invited to participate in the examination process which will consist of an oral panel interview. The interview will take place at the Summer Hiring Expo which is scheduled for Saturday, February 24, 2024 (9:00am - 1:00pm) and will take place at Town Center Plaza - 11740 Telegraph Rd, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670. Candidates should expect to be at the Hiring Expo approximately 1 hour. Makeup/zoom interviews will be held following week - tentatively scheduled for March, 5, 2024 - for those Candidates unable to attend Hiring Expo.
*Incumbents may be offered year-round employment dependent upon availability and/or departmental programming needs.
Under general supervision of the Community Services Director, Recreation Manager, Supervisor, Coordinator, Community Services Specialist or Community Services Leader III, the Community Services Program Leader I provides support and assists with a variety of programs, projects, functions and events in the Community Services Department. Supports the Mission of the City and its Elected and Appointed Officials. Exhibits loyalty to the City and its representatives. Provides courteous and timely service to the public as the ultimate employer. Works cooperatively with other City employees. Exhibits integrity and displays ethical behavior. Plans, develops, conducts and oversees a wide variety of activities for children, teens, adults and older adults/seniors including sports, contests, tournaments, games, arts & crafts, day camps, special events and programs. Assists with facility rentals, oversee and provide coverage to a variety of COMMUNITY SERVICES facilities which includes parks; set up and take down tables, chairs, and equipment, for classes, activities, events and meetings. Assists in maintaining and cleaning facilities and/or parks. Assists with general office duties, including basic cashiering, answering phones, greeting patrons, typing, data entry, coping and filing. Assists with facility reservations, including phone and front counter contact, registering patrons for classes and programs, processing receipts and record keeping. Assists with coaching/instructing the basic and fundamental skills of football, basketball, volleyball and soccer. Assists patrons and other Community Services Department staff in routine and emergency situations including administering first aid. Attends staff meetings, trainings and workshops. Adhere to City and departmental policies and procedures. Performs related duties as required or assigned.
REPRESENTATIVE COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required to satisfactorily perform the jobs essential duties and responsibilities.
Knowledge of: Policies, procedures, and regulations governing the conduct and safety of persons using equipment and facilities; English grammar, punctuation, spelling and composition.
Ability to: Exhibit good judgment and problem solving skills; develop and maintain effective working relationships and exercise tact, courtesy, alertness in responding to internal and external customers; operate modern office equipment including computer equipment software programs, and audio visual equipment; ability to work well with the public, have strong leadership skills, team-oriented, oral and written communication skills; experience working with the public, children, teens and/or seniors is highly desirable; communicate clearly and concisely with program participants, community groups, the public, City officials and staff; lift up to 45 lbs. and work indoors and outdoors; work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
The following requirements generally demonstrate possession of the minimum requisite knowledge and ability necessary to perform the duties of the position. A typical way to obtain these would be:
- Must be at least 17 years of age.
- Some related COMMUNITY SERVICES, recreation or education is highly desirable.
- Excellent customer service skills.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE:
Possession of CPR, AED, and First Aid Certificates are required. *Certification training will be provided by the City.
NEPOTISM POLICY:
Relatives may be appointed regardless of the designation of full or part-time classification. Candidates with relatives employed by the City will be excluded from applying for a vacancy if one or more of the following criteria exist: 1) The appointment of a relative would place one in a supervisory capacity directly over the other 2) The appointment would create a situation in which it is conceivable personal gain for one could be obtained by the actions of the other 3) The appointment would create a situation where performance or non-performance of either would have a direct effect upon the performance of the other 4) The appointment would create a situation where the confidentiality of either could be compromised. Candidates with relatives employed by the City will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. "Relative" shall be defined as: mother, father, son, daughter, brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandchild, spouse, domestic partner, step mother, step-father, step-sister, step-brother, stepchild and step grandchild.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters in performing the essential functions of this job.
- Work is performed indoors and outdoors.
- Noise level is quiet to loud.
- Hazards are minimal.
- Occasional exposure to bodily fluids.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
- Stand, sit, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, and bend.
- Push, pull, and reach overhead and above shoulders.
- Hear and speak both in person and on the telephone.
- Use hands and fingers to operate office equipment.
- See well enough to read documents and operate office equipment.
- Lift and move up to 45 pounds.
Applicants are required to complete and submit a city application online. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of the City online application. To apply, click on the link located at the top of this page. New users must first create an account.
METHOD OF SELECTION:
Selection may be based upon an application review, a performance examination and evaluation, and a structured interview. Appointment will be contingent upon a criminal record check and physical examination, including a drug screen.
ACCOMMODATION:
If you require special testing and/or interview accommodations due to a physical, mental, or learning disability, please call the Human Resources Office at (562) 409-7530 at least 5 days prior to the scheduled date.
Non-Benefited
01
The minimum age requirement for this position is 17 years of age. Are you 17 years of age or older?
- Yes
- No
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Please indicate the Division you are interested in.
- Parks & Recreation Services
- Family & Human Services
- Both
03
Do you possess valid and current CPR/AED/First-Aid Certifications? (If so, please attach a copy of your certifications along with application)
- Yes
- No
04
Candidates must be available to work a minimum of 20-25 hours on a weekly basis which includes varying shifts, evenings and/or holidays. Can you meet this requirement?
- Yes
- No
05
For the following questions, please indicate the time of day you would be available to work each day beginning April 2024 through August 2024. For example: Monday 9am - 5:15pm or OPEN (to indicate you are available all day). If you are not available to work for a certain day, enter "N/A".
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MONDAY
07
TUESDAY
08
WEDNESDAY
09
THURSDAY
10
FRIDAY
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SATURDAY
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