Recreation Leader Specialist Iii-V-Nc (Various Programs)

Salary: $16.60 - $17.91 Hourly
Location : City of Long Beach, CA
Job Type: Unclassified - Part-Time, Seasonal
Job Number: PR22-020 (01-V)
Department: Parks, Recreation & Marine - (UC)
Opening Date: 12/05/2022
Closing Date: Continuous
DESCRIPTION
This recruitment will remain open until vacancies are filled and may close without further notice.
Come join the City of Long Beach! Our Community Recreation Services Bureau, in the Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine, is seeking amazing Recreation Program Leaders to assist with a wide range of programs at our many beautiful parks. These positions can be filled at the following levels, depending on qualifications:
RECREATION LEADER SPECIALIST III - $ 16.60 / hour
RECREATION LEADER SPECIALIST IV - $ 17.14 / hour
RECREATION LEADER SPECIALIST V - $ 17.91 / hour
The Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine is a nationally recognized and award-winning organization with 1,100 full-time/part time staff and a budget of $58 million. The Department oversees facilities and programs that reflect the needs and interests of a culturally diverse community, including: 170 parks with more than 3,200 acres devoted to open space and recreation, 27 community centers, 3 public pools, 6 miles of beaches, and 3 marinas.
The Department provides free and fee-based recreational programs and leisure opportunities, both self-directed and organized, for people of all ages and cultures. Youth programs include free youth sports for ages 5 to 14 serving nearly 10,000 participants annually, summer and vacation day camps, 2,100 recreational and educational classes, sailing and aquatics instruction, teen center activities, skateboarding opportunities, and supervised afterschool and weekend activities at parks and schools. In addition, approximately 12,000 youth participate in non-Department sports leagues that utilize park facilities. Below are some of the programs offered:
AFTER SCHOOL
Activities include games, arts, tournaments, cooking, homework assistance, movies and holiday celebrations for ages 5 to 14. Generally offered Monday-Friday 3-6 p.m. with some exceptions.
BE S.A.F.E.
The "Be SAFE" (Summer Activities in a Friendly Environment) program offers extended supervision hours at designated parks during summer evenings. Activities include: arts and crafts, outdoor games, sports, science activities, dance programs, fitness classes, cooking, gardening and flower arranging, and computer labs for youth and families. This 10-week summer program is offered Monday-Friday, from 5-8 p.m. from June to August.
DAY CAMP
Our Day Camps offer various camp activities for kids ages 5 to 12. Camps vary in their offered activities and may specialize in activities such as sports or performance arts, while some may offer more traditional camp activities. All camp activities will follow current Health and Safety protocols in effect as per City of Long Beach Health Orders. Chaperoned field trips may be offered at all sites. All camps are fee-based and ensure no larger than a 10:1 ratio of campers to staff. Camps include: Creative Arts Camp, High Five Sports Camp, Music & Arts Camp, Park Day Camps, and Pee Wee Day Camp.
SUMMER FUN
The Summer Fun Days program is a free, drop-in program offered at multiple parks throughout the City. Kids ages 5 to 12 may participate in various activities including, sports, games, arts and crafts and minor excursions. All safety and health protocols will be followed as per City of Long beach Health Orders.
YOUTH SPORTS (Coaches, Officials, and Sports Field Management)
The Youth Sports Program is offered year-round for youth ages 5 to 14. Our program focuses on developing fundamentals and good sportsmanship. Youth Sports Coaches and Officials provide instruction and officiating in ball hockey, basketball, indoor soccer, tee ball, baseball, softball, flag football and volleyball. (Must have working knowledge of sports, either leading/coaching a team or playing on a team.) Sports Field Maintenance staff assist in the lining, marking, measuring and preparation of sports fields for game day activities. (Must have experience working with sports field maintenance equipment and materials).
Non-Career employees are allowed a maximum of 1,600 work hours over 12 months and are considered temporary, at-will employees who are not typically eligible for benefits. However, Non-Career employees may qualify for health coverage and sick leave accruals subject to applicable federal and state provisions
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• May design, plan, and/or implement various program activities;
• Participate with children of various ages during all activities;
• Attend all mandatory staff meetings and in-service and training sessions
• Ensure the health, safety and well being of the children in your care at all times;
• Adhere to the department dress code by maintaining a neat and clean personal appearance;
• Implement the department and site administrative and record keeping policies and procedures;
• Perform all other assigned duties as requested by the lead staff and/or supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE
This position is open to all candidates who meet the following minimum qualifications:

• Must be at least 16 years of age (if under 18, must have valid permit to work);
• Must have access to reliable transportation to and from work;
• Be willing to work a flexible schedule and assist VARIOUS PROGRAMS at various park locations;
• Be able to relate well to children, parents and staff (school and agency);
• Be able and willing to adapt to a changing environment;
• Experience in recreation programs, child care, sports, and/or other related areas is desirable.

SELECTION PROCEDURE
All candidates must submit a complete application to be further considered. This bulletin is posted open continuous and may close at any time after February 6, 2023. Candidates will be contacted on an as-needed basis.
The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.
The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting
The City of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call (562) 570-3181.
In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.
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INSTRUCTIONS: The purpose of these supplemental questions is to derive more specific information about the qualifications of applicants for this position. Applicants must clearly demonstrate their qualifying experience. These questions will serve as the basis for qualifying candidates for advancement into the selection process. Do you understand the information stated in the statement above?

• Yes
• No

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NON-CAREER NOTICE: I understand that non-career positions are allowed a maximum of 1,600 work hours available over a 12-month period, and are considered temporary, at-will employees who are not typically eligible for benefits.I also understand that non-career positions may qualify for health coverage and sick leave accruals subject to applicable federal and state provisions.

• Yes
• No

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Please indicate which recreation program(s) you are interested in. Check all that apply.

• AFTER SCHOOL - Activities include games, arts, tournaments, cooking, homework assistance, movies and Holiday celebrations for ages 5 to 12. Generally offered Monday- Friday 3-6 p.m. with some exceptions.
• BE S.A.F.E. - The "Be SAFE" (Summer Activities in a Friendly Environment) program offers extended supervision hours at designated parks during summer evenings. Activities include: arts and crafts, outdoor games, sports, science activities, dance programs, fitness classes, cooking, gardening and flower arranging, and computer labs for youth and families. This 10-week summer program is offered Monday-Friday, from 5-8 p.m. from June to August.
• DAY CAMP - Our Day Camps offer various camp activities for kids ages 5 to 12. Camps vary in their offered activities and may specialize in activities such as sports or performance arts, while some may offer more traditional camp activities. All camp activities will follow current Health and Safety protocols in effect as per City of Long Beach Health Orders. Chaperoned field trips may be offered at all sites. All camps are fee-based and ensure no larger than a 10:1 ratio of campers to staff. Camps include: Creative Arts Camp, High Five Sports Camp, Music & Arts Camp, Park Day Camps, and Pee Wee Day Camp. This 10-week summer program is offered Monday-Friday from June to August.
• SUMMER FUN - The Summer Fun Days program is a free, drop-in program offered at multiple parks throughout the City. Kids ages 5 to 12 may participate in various activities including, sports, games, arts and crafts and minor excursions. All safety and health protocols will be followed as per City of Long beach Health Orders. This 10-week summer program is offered Monday-Friday from June to August.
• WINNERS REACHING AMAZING POTENTIAL (WRAP) - The WRAP Expanded Learning Program is a structured after-school program operated in partnership with the Long Beach Unified School District (LBUSD). This program is operated on LBUSD campuses and offers a balanced mixture of academic enrichment, homework assistance, and physically and emotionally healthy activities that are fundamental components of youth development. WRAP is offered free of charge to all participants. (Must have completed 48 or more units at an accredited college or university OR pass a LBUSD-administered math and literacy exam.)
• YOUTH SPORTS (Coaches, Officials, and Sports Field Maintenance) - The Youth Sports Program is offered year- round for youth ages 5 to 14. Our program focuses on developing fundamentals and good sportsmanship. Youth Sports Coaches and Officials provide instruction and officiating in ball hockey, basketball, indoor soccer, tee ball, baseball, softball, flag football and volleyball. (Must have working knowledge of sports, either leading/coaching a team or playing on a team.) Sports Field Maintenance staff assist in the lining, marking, measuring and preparation of sports fields for game day activities. (Must have experience working with sports field maintenance equipment and materials).

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IF you have preference of program(s) that you would be interested in working at, please list below in ranking order (3 maximum). If you are open to working ANY program, please type OPEN.
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Please indicate which area of Long Beach you prefer to work in. Check all that apply.

• North Long Beach - Ramona, Houghton, Coolidge, Scherer, Somerset
• East Long Beach - El Dorado Park, Stearns, Pan Am, Whaley, College Estates Park, Wardlow
• Central/West Long Beach - King Park, Silverado Park, McBride, Admiral Kidd, Veterans, McArthur Park, Orizaba/Freeman
• South Long Beach - Bixby, Chavez, Seaside, Drake, Lincoln Park

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If you marked more than one area, please rank in order your preference of location (3 maximum).
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This position requires the applicant to be at least 16 years of age. Are you at least 16 years of age?

• Yes
• No

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All minors under 18 years of age employed in the state of California are required to have a permit to work. If you are under 18, do you have or are you able to obtain a valid permit to work?

• Yes
• No
• I am over 18 years of age

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This position requires the applicant to have access to reliable transportation to and from work. Are you able to meet this requirement?

• Yes, I have access to reliable transportation.
• No, I do not have access to reliable transportation.

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Do you have a driving permit or valid motor vehicle operator's license?

• I have a driving permit
• I have a driver's license
• I do not have a driving permit or driver's license

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Please select your highest level of education completed.

• Currently enrolled in high school
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Some college, but less than 48 units completed
• Associate's Degree or at least 48 units completed
• Bachelor's Degree

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How many years of experience do you have working and/or volunteering in recreation or a related field?

• Less than 6 months
• 6 months or more, but less than 1 year
• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more

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Please describe your experience working and/or volunteering in recreation or a rela...