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RECREATION LEADER

Open until filled – two positions available

Summary Description

Under the direction of the Senior Recreation Leader or an assigned supervisor/coordinator, the Recreation Leader is responsible for assisting in organizing and leading activities for children and adults in the City’s recreation programs including youth and adult programs, aquatics programs and senior programs; or when assigned to site responsibilities, monitoring the public and private use of city-owned facilities. Such use may include, but is not limited to, meetings, weddings, parties, dances, recreational events, etc. This position will provide excellent customer service both internally and externally at all times and can require set-up and clean-up for scheduled activities.  This is an at-will, intermittent, part-time, hourly wage position without City-paid benefits. Some evening and weekend work may be required.

Representative Duties

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices:

When assigned to Recreation Activities

1. Implement all daily activities of the program as assigned, including carrying out program schedule, participating in all program activities, monitoring and enforcing rules and regulations, maintaining a safe environment and collecting any necessary paperwork.
2. Assist Senior Recreation Leader in implementing program objectives and collecting relevant data.
3. Assist with maintaining on-site safety for participants, observers, volunteers and other involved in the program.
4. Instruct program participants in rules, model appropriate behavior and monitor strict adherence to program guidelines and enforce rules.
5. Exercise sound judgment in addressing behavior problems.
6. Responsible for appropriate use, maintenance and storage of all program supplies and equipment.
7. Establish and maintain a respectful and courteous working relationship with participant, volunteers, staff and those contacted in the course of work.
8. Exhibit enthusiasm for the program.
9. Perform other program related duties as assigned.
   When assigned to Facilities/Site Monitoring
10. Monitor the use of city owned facilities and ensure the strict adherence to the rules governing the use of city facilities.
11. Responsible for the appropriate use, minor repair of, and proper storage of supplies and equipment used in city facilities.
12. Coordinate facility arrangements with instructors, rental groups and maintenance personnel.
13. Track equipment issued during rentals.
14. Provide excellent customer service to all customers, employees, citizens and guests using city facilities.
15. Ensure that facilities and restrooms are properly cleaned and ready for the next scheduled use.
16. Inspect facility for potential safety hazards, eliminate and/or report such hazards.
17. Assist in the setup, take down and cleanup processes as needed.
18. Routinely adhere to and maintain a positive attitude towards City and Department goals.
19. Perform related work as required.

THE PROCESS

This temporary, part-time position is available now with an end date to be determined based on the department needs, on or about October 3, 2019. The position is open until filled, with initial application review beginning July 24. To be considered for this opportunity, please apply online through www.calopps.org and click on the member agencies, followed by the City of Saratoga.

THE POSITION

The Street Maintenance Worker will work in the Street Division within the Public Works Department, performing semi-skilled and skilled labor in the construction, maintenance, repair and related service activities related to streets, sidewalk, storm drain, sign, and traffic marking; and to operate construction equipment as required. Experience and skills related to Streets or Parks is desirable. Experience operating the following equipment is also desirable: backhoe, skid steer and cole planer, dump truck, and compaction/rollers.

The normal work schedule for this temporary position will be three, nine-hour days (27 hours) per week, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

The City of Redwood City Library invites you to apply for the position of Contract Project READ Program Assistant.  This is an excellent opportunity for an energetic, values-driven candidate to serve alongside our Student Tutor Coordinators and Literacy Staff with offering support and resources to our community.

This is a contract position, scheduled to work 30-35 hours per week, Monday – Thursday between the hours of 12:00PM– 9PM, and Fridays between the hours of 10:00AM – 5:00PM, as well as weekends as needed, for an anticipated term of one year.

Please click on the PDF link below to review the complete job announcement.

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting on a Limited Term basis for the position of Intervention Counselor I/II for the Yuba County First 5 Commission. This position will establish the First 5 IMPACT (Improve and Maximize Programs so All Children Thrive) Program in Yuba County to ensure children receive quality childcare in environments that promote positive social, emotional, and cognitive development in order to ensure children are healthy and able to enter kindergarten. This position will be responsible for providing sustainable training and professional development to enhance the quality and capacity of childcare providers caring for children 0-5. This position will work to ensure that environments are conducive to a child’s learning and development, provide access to early intervention services when appropriate, fill gaps in services and align clients with other community programs. The incumbent will provide technical assistance, and promote coordination with Yuba County First 5 funded programs and services in compliance with State Provisions for the California Children and Families Act. This limited term position is funded through June of 2020. The anticipated work schedule is Monday through Friday with flexible hours based on Department needs. This position may also be eligible for County benefits.

Examples of Duties: Act as client and family advocate by providing specialized training and support, making appropriate referrals to community agencies providing relevant services and timely follow up. Assist in developing and maintaining effective communications between service providers, at-risk youth and family services, service providers, schools, county departments, and other community agencies by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior. Represent the county at various presentations, workshops and seminars; participate in informational and educational activities at agency and community levels; provide information and advice to agencies, community organizations and the general public regarding program services.

About the First 5 Commission : A seven member commission oversees the work of First 5 in Yuba County, which supports the health, development and well-being of our youngest children through their first five years. First 5 Yuba’s strategic goals and results are organized around three broad areas: Health, Early Education and Family Support. First 5 Yuba’s overarching goal is for all children in Yuba County to enter kindergarten ready to learn, in that they are healthy, participate in quality early care and education, and their families have the resources to help them be fully prepared for school.

About Yuba County: Yuba County is situated in the Northern Sacramento Valley, approximately 40 miles north of the State Capitol in Sacramento and two hours away from  San Francisco and Lake Tahoe. The boundaries stretch from the farms and  orchards of the valley to the timberlands of the Sierras. Yuba County offers its residents the many advantages of a rural lifestyle away from the pressures of the urban areas. The County’s rivers, lakes and outdoor recreation areas provide excellent hunting, fishing, boating and skiing opportunities. Our County vision is to create a “golden” future for Yuba County by inspiring a community of participation, embracing our unique history, and discovering the wealth of our untapped potential.

Work at a Community Center with summer recreational program activities!

Open until filled; Requires flexible hours, include evening and weekends.  These are contract, part-time non-benefited positions.

Pay rate: starting at $13.30 hourly

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops, conducts and participates in various athletic, craft, social, cultural and instructional activities of a community center or District program.
• Modifies and adapts activities specific to specialized programs or populations.
• Develops interest, enthusiasm, and fair play among participants.
• Teaches classes and leads group activities.
• Directs and supervises the use and care of equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Prepares facilities for group activities, including physical set-up and break-down of classrooms.
• Issues and collects recreation equipment and supplies.
• Supervises dances, special events, field trips and other group activities.
• Ensures safety of environment and equipment for participants. 

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Referees and umpires organized games and sports activities as Unit requires.
• Coordinates and participates in recreational program promotional activities and presentations to groups.
• Applies behavior modification and social modeling techniques as appropriate in specialized programs.
• May assist with transportation in specialized programs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. *

Education/Experience:
Completion of 30 units is desirable with five hundred (500) to one thousand (1000) hours of group recreational activity leadership experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience which has provided knowledge of principles and practices of public recreation and basic rules and regulations governing competitive group athletic games.

Language Ability: 
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports. Ability to effectively communicate to the general public in written and oral form, including teaching.

Math Ability:
Ability to add, subtract, multiple, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compile statistical information and track scores.

Reasoning Ability:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Certificates and Licenses:
California Driver’s License; First Aid and CPR certificates within 6 months. Fingerprint clearance required.

Supervisory Responsibilities: 
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment: 
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. *
While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and risk of electrical shock. Exposure to hazardous environmental conditions may vary according to Unit assignment. The noise level in the environment is moderate to loud.

Physical Demands: 
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. *
While performing the duties of this job the employee frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 25 pounds; frequently required to lift up to 50 pounds, and occasionally required to lift up to 100 pounds. Physical requirements may vary according to Unit assignment.

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This responsible position is characterized by developing new and innovative presentations (marketing collateral) with limited structure or routine work. Work assignments are performed in collaboration with various divisions and levels of staff, independently, with responsibility for following through on development. Contacts are regularly made both internally and externally at all levels of the organization involving tact, discretion, good listening and customer service skills. The position requires creative ability, knowledge of how to generate graphics using the computer and the ability to exercise a reasonable degree of independent judgment. This classification assists with development and implementation of standards for consistency in materials, written and posted on the Internet. Additionally, the position requires good written communication skills, public relations, interpersonal, and problem solving skills and abilities. The Marketing Associate receives direction from program supervisors and management staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way:

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in graphic arts or a closely related field; AND

One year of related work experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities.

Knowledge of:

• Computer programs utilized in the production of graphic representations (specifically, the Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Publisher, Word, and Excel).
• Dynamics of development of Websites (social media sites).
• Basic principles, best practices and trends in graphic design (Associated Press Writing Style).

Ability to:

• Follow general instructions, directions and procedures.
• Accomplish assigned work and administrative tasks working independently or with a minimum of supervision.
• Process information and data in a relevant manner to reach reasonable conclusions and make practical decisions.
• Demonstrate flexibility of style relative to specific job assignments, working environments, shift schedules and hours.
• Interact well as part of a team.
• Perform relatively complex computer applications.
• Communicate with high proficiency in both written and spoken English.
• Use independent reasoning to solve programs of moderate complexity.
• Perform the essential functions of this position.

 Skill in: 

• Utilizing a personal computer and software relevant to this classification.
• Using design software packages (including Adobe Creative Suite and Dot Net Nuke, Microsoft Publisher, Word and Excel).
• Working effectively with others, as a contributing group or team member on multiple assignments.
• Establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with a variety of people, including City staff, the public, and outside consultants.
• Prioritizing assignments and workload appropriately and responding to multiple deadlines

Licenses/Certificates:

Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license and a safe driving record, or the ability to provide alternative transportation as approved by the appointing authority.

DESIREABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience in graphic and web design (experience in writing marketing collateral, and social media management and development).
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in marketing, or communications.

For complete details and to apply, visit the City of Sunnyvale's website.

Electronic applications may be submitted on-line through the City's employment page; go to Sunnyvale.ca.gov, Search: Jobs or application materials may be submitted to: Department of Human Resources, 505 West Olive Avenue, Suite 200, Sunnyvale, CA 94088.

Applications are being accepted for the position of Natural Resource Specialist (Miscellaneous hourly) with the City of South San Francisco. This is an at-will, non-benefitted, temporary part-time position- approximately 2 year duration. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  UNTIL FILLED OR UPON RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 50 ONLINE APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

Position Description

Through a grant funded by San Mateo County’s Measure K for the Sign Hill Habitat Restoration Project, this single-position classification will oversee the restoration and maintenance of the area’s natural habitat and identify and support populations of endangered species. Depending upon assignment, work may be performed under general supervision or independently. Incumbents may provide work direction and leadership on a project basis to professional, technical, support, consultant/contract and volunteer staff.

JOB TYPE

Part-Time, Temporary/Seasonal (no more than 7 hours per week)

THE POSITION

The City’s Parks and Community Services Department is looking for a current credentialed teacher at Cottonwood Creek School, with access to a classroom on campus, to serve as Program Specialist for the City’s After School Program at Cottonwood Creek School. This position provides: Homework assistance Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Fridays from 3:00 PM to 4:15 PM and from 1:45 PM to 3:00 PM on Wednesdays; Access for Student Union Program participants and staff to utilize classroom until 5:45 PM every day; And assistance to staff with general supervision of Student Union Program participants. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this classification. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

• Under supervision, assists with planning, coordinating and implementing programs and projects within an assigned area.
• Provide assistance in the analysis, implementation and monitoring of City programs.
• Assist in the development of new program elements and program modifications as necessary to meet stated goals and objectives.
• Conduct surveys and perform routine research and statistical analyses as requested; prepare related reports.
• Compile materials and assist in the preparation of reports, manuals, publications and miscellaneous public information literature.
• Oversee part-time recreation staff as assigned, and review the activities of volunteers.
• Assist with administrative tasks including the maintenance of records, files and other data.
• Participates in assessing supplies needed for programs and requisition additional supplies as needed.
• Assists in the assurance that City activities start and finish in the prescribed manner and time frames.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

Please see the job description and announcement below.

The Town is hiring for both Program Leader and Program Assistant positions.

Both roles are part-time, temporary, non-benefitted positions; 15-20 hours per week (not to exceed 950 hours per fiscal year); predominantly afternoon/early evening schedule with some weekends and concurrent with the school year.

PROGRAM LEADER (Teen Center Staff)

Salary Range: $12.00 to $14.06/hour

GENERAL DUTIES

Under the general supervision of the Program Coordinator and Teen Program Assistant, and direct supervision of the Teen Center Site Leader, the Program Leader is responsible for supervision and safety within the Middle School Teen Centers, as well as planning and implementing a variety of daily and weekly activities for middle school students.  As a Teen Center staff member, you will:

• Gain experience planning and leading arts, crafts, games, and clubs;
• Serve as a mentor and role model to students;
• Learn to work as part of a team; and
• Acquire skills to safely and appropriately supervise students in an after-school, drop-in recreation environment.

PROGRAM ASSISTANT (Teen Center Site Leader)

Salary Range: $14.06 to $23.88/hour

GENERAL DUTIES

Under the general direction of the Program Coordinator, the Teen Center Site Leader is responsible for the day to day operations, supervision, and safety within the Middle School Teen Centers.  In addition to Teen Staff duties you will:

• Gain experience supervising and mentoring part-time staff;
• Learn to prepare accurate daily and weekly attendance reports; and
• Develop valuable customer service skills by interacting with parents of students and addressing their feedback 

ABOUT TEEN PROGRAMS

The Town of Danville strives to offer youth and teen programs and services which create community by providing recreational experiences, fostering human development, increasing cultural unity, promoting health and wellness, and strengthening community image and sense of place. 

Middle School (Teen Centers) 

The Teen Centers provide middle school students a safe and fun place to go after school.  All Teen Centers have game consoles, flat screen TVs, sports equipment, computer access, table top games and much more. The Teen Centers are open for school early release days and some non-school days and are closed during holidays.

Shifts and Locations

Charlotte Wood Middle School:

Mon–Fri, 2:30–5:30pm

Diablo Vista Middle School:

Mon–Tue, Thu–Fri, 2:30–5:30pm

Wed, 1:45–5:30pm (early dismissal day)

Los Cerros Middle School:

Mon–Fri, 2:15–5:30pm

Other programs utilizing part-time temporary staff include Teen Day Trips, VolunTEENS, high school events, and youth special events.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Prior to the start of employment, applicants must provide proof of authorization to work in the United States, current (negative) TB test results, and successfully pass a background check (LiveScan).

RECRUITMENT CONTACT

Contact Phone: (925) 314-3403

Contact Email: lgallardo@danville.ca.gov