Search Jobs

The mission of the Livermore Area Recreation and Park District is to provide the people of the Livermore area with outstanding recreation programs and a system of parks, trails, recreation areas and facilities that promote enjoyment, lifelong learning and healthy active lifestyles.

Application Start Date: February 18, 2020.

Application Deadline: Open until filled

POSITION INFORMATION

The LARPD Senior Services Venture Trips department is recruiting a part-time Recreation Leader II - Van Driver to transport participants on local or regional day trips, as well as occasional overnight trips. The qualified candidate will become part of a team of staff that programs, coordinates and executes social destination opportunities for the age 50+ local population. The incumbent will assist with office coverage, customer service, and trip escorts.

Typical duties include:

• Drives a 14 passenger van or other suitable vehicle transporting seniors and persons with disabilities.
• Maintains accurate trip records.
• Provides assistance to passengers, as necessary, to include carrying, loading or unloading passenger's packages, mobility equipment and other belongings.
• Collects tickets.   
• Answers telephones, provides some assistance to office staff.
• Administers first aid, if necessary.
• Performs routine safety check of vehicles; notes and reports safety or mechanical problems.

Requirement: Must possess or be willing to obtain a Class B drivers license within 3 months of hire date.\

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Please submit a District application and resume online at https://www.calopps.org/livermore-area-recreation-and-park-district. Applicants who do not submit all required documents may not be considered.

SELECTION PROCESS

Based upon all submitted materials, the applicants presenting the best job-related qualifications will be invited to proceed in the recruitment process.

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, performs support work related to recreational programs, events, and activities; provides instruction and conducts classes/activities for program participants under the guidance and direction of higher-level staff; prepares buildings, fields, and facilities for scheduled activities or events; provides routine administrative support; and performs related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from higher-level supervisory staff and direction from higher-level staff.  Exercises direction over lower-level staff and volunteers.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the journey-level classification in the Recreation Leader series responsible for performing the full range of recreation program class and activities support.  Incumbents are expected to work independently and exercise judgment and initiative.  Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.  This classification is distinguished from the Recreation Coordinator in that the latter is responsible for all operational activities within an assigned program area, including serving in an ongoing lead capacity over program staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Management reserves the right to add, modifies, 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.

1. Conducts and monitors recreational program activities within one or more assigned program areas; performs tasks in accordance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
2. Assists with the operation of recreation/sports camps or other large programs; provides instruction and conducts classes/activities for program participants under the guidance and direction of a program leader.
3. Monitors and enforces policies and procedures with respect to participant safety.
4. Inspects program areas and equipment and recommends maintenance and repair as needed.
5. Maintains records of participation and collects participant fees.
6. Assists in the planning and implementation of recreation program activities and classes.
7. Transports, issues, receives, and controls the use of recreational equipment and supplies; monitors equipment inventories and recommends procurement of items as needed.
8. Opens, secures, and cleans program areas before and after program use; prepares program areas for scheduled recreational activities and events.
9. May direct the work of lower level staff assisting in a particular program area.
10. Performs routine administrative duties such as phone and counter reception and registration processing.
11. Assists with District special events as needed.
12. Performs other duties as assigned.

 
ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
Incumbents work in both indoor and outdoor environments with moderate to loud noise levels.  May work in controlled temperature conditions, cold and hot temperatures, or inclement weather conditions.  Incumbents will interact with individuals in interpreting and enforcing rules, policies, and procedures.
 
WORKING CONDITIONS
Incumbents may be assigned an irregular work schedule, including weekends, early mornings, evenings, and holidays. 
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must possess mobility to perform medium physical work; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and to operate a vehicle to transport materials and equipment to various sites and offices; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio.  The classification supports indoor and outdoor recreation programs requiring frequent walking, running, conducting exercises, and related physical activities.  Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, calculator, or tools and equipment used in assigned program area.  Program activities may require sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; the ability to lift, carry, and push tools, equipment, and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds or higher weights with assistance and/or the use of proper equipment.
 
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED is desirable.
• One year of relevant recreation program support experience.

 
Knowledge of:

• Recreation program services, operations, and activities.
• Relevant laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Proper care and use of recreation equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Principles and practices for providing high level of customer service.
• Principles and practices of recordkeeping.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.

 
Ability to:

• Lead and conduct assigned program classes or activities.
• Maintain the safety of program activities and participants.
• Maintain facilities and equipment in a clean, safe, and secure manner.
• Perform work as directed in an efficient, effective, safe, and timely manner.
• Make basic mathematic calculations with speed and accuracy; count money and make change.
• Respond appropriately to changing situations.
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills and establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.

 
Licenses and Certifications:

• At time of appointment, California Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record maintained throughout employment.
• Completion of American Red Cross First Aid, CPR, and AED training within six months of hire and maintain certification throughout employment.

 
PRE-EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

• Department of Justice fingerprint clearance.
• Medical exam and drug testing clearance.
• Work Permit if applicable.

 
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the selection process.  Request for reasonable accommodation during the selection process may be made by contacting the Human Resources Office prior to the final filing date.
 
LARPD is an Equal Opportunity/ADA Employer and values diversity at all levels of the organization.

TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST

(Senior Citizen Van Driver)

$14.64 - $17.80/hr., Part-time, No Benefits

DEFINITION:  Under supervision, drives the City’s 7-15 passenger van(s) and provides responsible, safe transport for senior citizens and the physically disabled.  Schedule may include evenings, holidays and weekends; work schedule will not exceed 28 hours per week.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:  All applicants MUST attach proof of Class B Driver’s License with passenger endorsement at the time you submit your employment application.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  The employee must have the ability to:

• Transport seniors and disabled community members to and from appointments.
• Have the ability to operate a wheelchair lift including correctly loading the passenger onto the wheelchair lift and effectively securing the individual to the vehicle using the appropriate tie downs; assist passengers entering and exiting the vehicle; keep daily records and logs for attendance, mileage and maintenance concerns.
• Complete a thorough pre-trip and post trip inspection of the transportation vehicle on a daily basis.
• Maintain a punctual schedule of picking up seniors for their appointments to ensure a high quality of service.
• Maintain vans, including weekly wash, motor pool inspection, weekly inventory of emergency supplies, and securing the vehicles in the City yard at the end of the night; Contact immediate supervisor and motor pool supervisors when mechanical failures arise.
• Ensure the safety of the community including passengers and personal care attendants as well as other drivers and pedestrians throughout the City.
• Ensure all passengers are safely seat belted in and that safety precautions are adhered to at all times.
• Answer phones and interact with the public in a professional and courteous manner at all times.
• Navigate the City of Fontana efficiently including adhering to speed limits and follow all traffic laws.
• Follow appropriate cash handling procedures including writing out a receipt for all customers that pay for a ride at their pick up time; Complete a daily transportation log which includes establishing the pickup times for the route’s passengers.
• Double check the day’s schedule and follow up with the transportation office to ensure that all passengers have returned home safely either through the senior services transportation vehicles or on their own accord.
• Operate a computer and related software.
• Establish and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operations of the employer.

THE ABOVE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY BY THE EMPLOYER.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:  A combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  The employee must have the knowledge of Bus/Van operation, effective safety precautions, and first aid techniques.

EXPERIENCE: Successful candidate will have a valid Class B California Driver’s License with passenger endorsement, a good driving record, and some bus/van driving experience. 

WORKING CONDITIONS:  This position requires prolonged sitting, reaching, twisting, turning, grasping, making repetitive hand movements and occasional walking on level, unleveled, and slippery surfaces, bending/stooping, and crouching in the performance of daily duties.  May be required to lift, carry and/or push object weighing 10 pounds or more.  May work in all weather conditions and be subject to vibrations when holding onto steering wheel, work around moving traffic and often works with constant interruptions.  The employee must have good vision and hearing abilities.

Please click the job announcement link below for complete details regarding this opportunity.

The City of San Bruno is currently seeking

BUS/VAN DRIVER (Part-Time)

Filing Deadline:  Open until Filled

Salary:  $17.45 - $21.22 (per hour)

The Position

The City of San Bruno Community Services Department is seeking a on-call part-time Bus/Van Driver to drive the city's 20-passenger bus/van. As needed, the driver will transport program participants between the San Bruno Senior Center and War Memorial Recreation Center, take participants on day trips, and run errands.

This position will be on-call and will work a variety of shifts to fill-in for regularly scheduled drivers. This position may work up to 30 hours per week, for 2 weeks each month. Schedule will vary depending on the needs of the Department. Prior to appointment, and once appointed into the position, the employee will be included in the random DOT Drug Testing Program and the DMV pull notice program.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must possess a valid California Class B Commercial Driver's License (with a passenger endorsement) and have a good driving record (recent DMV printout required). Applicants should have the ability to read, write, and carry out oral and written directions, maintain cooperative work relationships and assist people with disabilities. Possession of First Aid/CPR Certification is desirable.

How to Apply

Applications may be submitted online at www.calopps.org.  Online applications are preferred, but paper applications are available at the San Bruno Senior Center (1555 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno CA 94066) or at San Bruno City Hall, Human Resources (567 El Camino Real, San Bruno CA 94066).  After an initial screening of applicants, those candidates that best meet the Department's needs will be invited to participate further in the recruitment process.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and as such does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, gender, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.  If you require special accommodations, please contact us to discuss your needs.

PRODUCTION ASSISTANT | CABLE TELEVISION

Hourly Salary

$16.46 to $22.00 per hour

(Dependent on Experience)

Learn by doing!
Hands on experience in this unique TV station!

Paid Internship for someone who wants to do Television Production. Sure, go to the big stations and you will get to sweep, file and answer phones. Work at San Bruno Cable TV Channel 1 and you will operate cameras, set up lights, troubleshoot, edit, program and more! Pay starts at $16/hour.

We are looking for enthusiastic people who ask questions. A flexible schedule is necessary, as we have evening meetings, and we tape programs during the day. Must be available Tuesday evenings for City meetings. The Production Aide may be required to work multiple evenings per month. Availability for productions during the daytime is helpful. Office and prep hours may be scheduled as mutually agreeable. Expect to work up to 15 hours a week. A reliable vehicle to get to locations is a must. 1 year prior experience in video production setting necessary. The Production Aide works directly with government clients and will be expected to take care with his or her appearance. A familiarity with the workings of local government and an interest in government would be very helpful.

On your application, please include your resume, experience, availability, and future career goals.

 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
~One (1) year prior experience in a video production setting

 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
~Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California driver's license plus personal transportation to production locations

~Familiarity with the workings of local government and an interest in government highly desirable

BENEFITS
This is a part-time, at-will temporary position with a flexible schedule, and does not provide any benefits, with the exception of paid sick leave. In accordance with the Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act of 2014, all temporary, part-time, and seasonal employees accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, and are entitled to use accrued sick days beginning on the 90th day of employment. Employees may use up to 24 hours (or 3 days) of accrued sick leave in each year of employment.

QUESTIONS?
Email Miriam at localorigination@sanbrunocable.com

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and as such does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, gender, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.

The City of Pacifica is accepting applications for the position of

Bus/Van Driver

(Part-Time)

If so, this part-time job may be for you!

The Senior Services division of the City’s Parks, Beaches & Recreation Department currently has a part-time openings for a bus/van driver. This vital position reports to the Supervisor of Senior Services and, while other local trips may be required, is responsible for transporting seniors to and from the Community Center. This position is also responsible for gathering client data as it relates to Aging and Adult Services and assisting the Recreation Coordinator — Senior Services with client needs. This part-time, non-benefitted position works between 25 - 30 hours per week, with a flexible Monday through Friday work schedule. 

Essential Function Requirements

•  Ability to establish rapport with older adults; ability to physically assist with the loading/and unloading of clients in need from vehicle.
• Class B Commercial license with a passenger endorsement or Class C Commerical license with a passenger endorsement; and drive either a bus or a van.
• Must pass medical physical as required for holding a commercial driver’s license.
• Subject to random drug/alcohol testing as required by the Department of Transportation (DOT). Must comply with all DOT rules and regulations.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively in writing, in person and on the telephone.
• Basic computer skills required (Word, Excel).
• Must comply with AAS client confidentiality rules.
• Establish positive and confidential working relationships with staff and public.
• Must be able to prioritize daily situations based upon emergency needs and requests.

Examples of Duties

 Drive seniors to and from their home to the Community Center; maintain composure during crisis situations; manage the scheduling of client appointments for services provided at the Community Center; partner with staff to perform specific tasks required of Recreation Specialist-Senior Services (in staff’s absence); telephone or home visit to Meals on Wheels (MOW) clients.

Employment Standards

• Minimum of high school graduation or equivalent.
• Experience in working with seniors or an organization which addresses the needs and interests of the older adult population is desired.  

Licenses and Certificates 

• Minimum of Class B Commercial license with a passenger endorsement.
• Must have current or be able to attain the American Red Cross Standard First Aid certificate, CPR, and AED certificate within three months of employment.

Tools and Equipment Used

• Multi-passenger bus (18-21 seat)
• Wheel chair ramp
• Multi-passenger van
• Computer, including word processing software
• Calculator, copy and fax machine
• Phone

Physical Demands

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to fingers, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms and to lift and carry, push and pull. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The ability to drive a van and a bus is a must.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

Individual must be:

• A defensive driver in anticipating multiple situations that could arise in one’s surroundings.
• Able to deal with situations that are confidential.
• Able to work successful and professionally in crisis mode during client emergency at the Community Center or at a client’s home. 

Individuals may:

• Encounter visits with clients that have communicable diseases.
• Need to effectively deal with clients with various health issues such as: hearing/sight/memory loss or dementia, drug/alcohol abuse, mental disorders.
• Encounter individuals who are economically challenge.
• On occasion be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic, or caustic chemicals.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Individual will be:

• A defensive driver in anticipating multiple situations that could arise in one’s surroundings.
• Able to deal with confidential situations confidential.
• Able to work successful and professionally in crisis mode during client emergency at the Community Center or at a client’s home. 

Individual will be able to:

• Encounter visits with clients that have communicable diseases.
• Effectively deal with clients with various health issues such as: hearing/sight/memory loss or dementia, drug/alcohol abuse, mental disorders.
• Encounter individuals who are economically challenge.
• On occasion be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic, or caustic chemicals.

Application Process

Interested candidates must submit a completed on-line employment application. Resumes in lieu of a completed application will not be accepted. Applications can be obtained on-line at www.calopps.org  . Faxes will not be accepted.

Selection Process

The most highly qualified applicants will be invited to undergo an oral panel interview, dates and times to be announced. The selected candidate must successfully pass the final phase of the hiring process that includes a reference check, fingerprinting, an acceptable driving record, a medical examination and a pre-employment drug test. In compliance with Federal requirement, the selected candidate must provide documentation validating the right to work in the United States. ADA accommodations will be provided to requesting applicants upon at least 48 hours advance notice. 

Please note, after Conditional Offer, candidate will be required to pass a City of Pacifica pre-employment background check, which will include live scan clearance, reference checks and DOT commercial drivers medical exam.  

Human Resources has the right to revise this process as needed based on business needs.  

The City of Pacifica is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies, and practices. The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  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 the position.  This job announcement does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.