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Location : Dana Point, CA 92629
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 2024-18
Department: Community Services
Opening Date: 03/15/2024
ABOUT THE POSITION
The City of Dana Point is looking for enthusiastic, friendly, team players to join the Recreation Team as Recreation Leaders!
Are you looking for an entry-level, fun, seasonal job where you are an essential part of supporting community programs, activities and special events?If so, apply to become a Recreation Leader, today!
Seasonal opportunities are available. Recreation Leaders are limited to no more than 20 hours per week.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:
This classification is typically a temporary part time position in the Recreation Division which may require working weekends, holidays and/or evenings.
Recreation Leaders participate in the City's Recreation Department activities including special events like Concerts and Movies in the Park, Sports Leagues and Community Center Programs.
This position is non-exempt under FLSA standards.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Essential job functions may include, but are not limited to, the following: (Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Knowledge of philosophy, principles, practices and techniques of recreation programming. Areas of attention might focus on sports, arts & crafts, performing arts, special events, building maintenance or facility operation. First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and AED methods. Methods and techniques of effective customer service. Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
Ability to:
Work independently while supervising facilities and user groups. Interpret and follow City, departmental and division policies, laws, and rules.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Communicate effectively, orally, and in writing. Work a varied schedule of hours, which may include early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays, at a variety of City facilities.
Analyze situations carefully and adopt effective courses of action
Lead participants in structured activities and motivate participating in programs.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, specifically the participants, parents, and co-workers.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: The following combination of education and experience is most typically likely to provide the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities:
Graduation from high school or completion of a GED preferred. Demonstrated experience in community services and/or recreational activities.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES:
Possession of a valid or ability to obtain the following:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Position requires the ability to perform light to moderate lifting and carrying; frequent standing and walking; occasional sitting, squatting, kneeling and twisting. Occasional hand use and finger dexterity needed to use computer keyboard and operate standard office equipment; occasional pushing, pulling, grasping, and reaching may also be required. Good hearing is required when communicating on the telephone or in person.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment described herein is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential function of this job. Primarily office environment with controlled temperature conditions and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Occasional field work where incumbent may be required to work on all types of floor surfaces, in a variety of facilities, in varying temperatures. Incumbents may be exposed to blood and body fluids while rendering First Aid and/or CPR.
This position is not eligible for benefits.
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Recreation Leaders are, many times, scheduled to work evenings and weekends. Are you willing to work these shifts if selected?
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Do you have prior experience as a Recreation Leader?
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If you answered YES to the prior question, please indicate the number of years/seasons worked and with which cities and/or agencies.
Required Question
Location : Dana Point, CA 92629
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 2024-18
Department: Community Services
Opening Date: 03/15/2024
ABOUT THE POSITION
The City of Dana Point is looking for enthusiastic, friendly, team players to join the Recreation Team as Recreation Leaders!
Are you looking for an entry-level, fun, seasonal job where you are an essential part of supporting community programs, activities and special events?If so, apply to become a Recreation Leader, today!
Seasonal opportunities are available. Recreation Leaders are limited to no more than 20 hours per week.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:
This classification is typically a temporary part time position in the Recreation Division which may require working weekends, holidays and/or evenings.
Recreation Leaders participate in the City's Recreation Department activities including special events like Concerts and Movies in the Park, Sports Leagues and Community Center Programs.
This position is non-exempt under FLSA standards.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Essential job functions may include, but are not limited to, the following: (Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.)
- Provides support to programs, facility rentals and special events for Recreation; complete room set-up; take-down, and clean up for classes, activities, events, and meetings.
- May conduct a variety of recreation programs, including youth sports, arts & crafts, special events, tournaments and performing arts.
- Explains and enforces facility regulations, policies and procedures to participants; provides information in person and over the phone; positively interacts and communicates with the general public.
- Assist in the general safety and sanitation of facilities.
- Monitor facility use; open, close, and secure building for events.
- Notifies supervisors of any serious accident or emergency may administer first aide.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Knowledge of philosophy, principles, practices and techniques of recreation programming. Areas of attention might focus on sports, arts & crafts, performing arts, special events, building maintenance or facility operation. First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and AED methods. Methods and techniques of effective customer service. Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
Ability to:
Work independently while supervising facilities and user groups. Interpret and follow City, departmental and division policies, laws, and rules.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Communicate effectively, orally, and in writing. Work a varied schedule of hours, which may include early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays, at a variety of City facilities.
Analyze situations carefully and adopt effective courses of action
Lead participants in structured activities and motivate participating in programs.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, specifically the participants, parents, and co-workers.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: The following combination of education and experience is most typically likely to provide the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities:
Graduation from high school or completion of a GED preferred. Demonstrated experience in community services and/or recreational activities.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES:
Possession of a valid or ability to obtain the following:
- American Red Cross First Aid Certificate.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate.
- Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certificate.
- A valid California driver's license.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Position requires the ability to perform light to moderate lifting and carrying; frequent standing and walking; occasional sitting, squatting, kneeling and twisting. Occasional hand use and finger dexterity needed to use computer keyboard and operate standard office equipment; occasional pushing, pulling, grasping, and reaching may also be required. Good hearing is required when communicating on the telephone or in person.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment described herein is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential function of this job. Primarily office environment with controlled temperature conditions and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Occasional field work where incumbent may be required to work on all types of floor surfaces, in a variety of facilities, in varying temperatures. Incumbents may be exposed to blood and body fluids while rendering First Aid and/or CPR.
This position is not eligible for benefits.
01
Recreation Leaders are, many times, scheduled to work evenings and weekends. Are you willing to work these shifts if selected?
- Yes
- No
02
Do you have prior experience as a Recreation Leader?
- Yes
- No
03
If you answered YES to the prior question, please indicate the number of years/seasons worked and with which cities and/or agencies.
Required Question
