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Form of workTHE COMMUNITY
Located near the east shore of the San Francisco Bay, the City of El Cerrito is an ethnically diverse community offering a high quality of life within one of the nation's most sophisticated and beautiful living areas. With a population of almost 26,000 residents, El Cerrito has the advantage of being centrally located in a major metropolitan area. El Cerrito is an established community with a strong self-identity and a commitment to enhancing the quality of life for its community members.
THE DEPARTMENT AND POSITION
The Recreation Department manages a full range of recreational and special activities for youth, adults and seniors. The department also schedules activities and rentals of buildings, picnic areas, sports fields and tennis courts.
Duties and Responsibilities:Typical job duties are:
- Active supervision of children in childcare;
- Assist with and conduct a variety of recreation activities;
- Interact with recreation staff, youth participants, and caregivers;
- Assist with a variety of program and activity support such as getting supplies and equipment, setting up certain equipment, directing participants during events, and overseeing cleanup of the facility;
- Foster a safe and stimulating environment for children;
- Cordially assisting the public who have questions and inquiries;
- Presenting and maintaining a professional appearance and demeanor, including wearing appropriate attire for the position and exhibiting respect and enthusiasm as duties and responsibilities are carried out.
- Knowledge of a variety of youth development;
- Knowledge of youth activities;
- Knowledge and command of all of the latest safety standards and information related to supervision of children;
- Ability to conduct and participate in recreation activities;
- Ability to assist with related clerical duties;
- Ability to demonstrate good customer service and staff relations;
- Ability to maintain physical and mental capacities appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities;
- Professional work habits including reliability, dependability, creativity, and demonstration of enthusiasm; and
- Ability to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekdays, and weekends.
Experience and Education
- Must be at least 16 years of age
- Knowledge, interest, or experience working with children.
Other helpful Information:
Summer Program runs June 10 - August 16, 2024
Weekly Day Camp Programs for different age groups include swimming, field trips, arts, and themed enrichment activities
Training will include dates outside of the summer program
Hiring at all levels - youth work "rookies" to experienced Teachers
Pay range depends on experience
Full-day and part-day shifts available from 7:30 am-6:30 pm Monday-Friday
If assigned, all staff must work July 4, 2024
Employment Type: Temporary/Seasonal
