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THE COMMUNITY AND CITY GOVERNMENT:  Sausalito is a beautiful, San Francisco Bay front city of 7,400 residents within 2.2 square miles that serves a visitor population that may be several times the size of the year round population.  The blend of historical buildings, wooded hillsides, sweeping Bay and San Francisco views nestled against the Golden Gate National Recreation Area combine to make Sausalito a community of unparalleled charm and natural beauty.  Sausalito is a General Law City incorporated in 1893 and has a City Council/City Manager form of government.  The City provides a full range of services including Administration, Finance, Police, Public Works, Parks and Recreation, and Community Development.  The City Council and staff value positive relationships with the residents, businesses, visitors and outside agencies.

THE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT:  The Parks and Recreation Director heads up a staff that includes three full-time Supervisors, three Landscapers, two custodians, a full-time Administrative Aide and a number of part-time Recreation Leaders and volunteers.  A dedicated and energetic Parks and Recreation Commission assists the staff in successfully planning and carrying out a number of year-round special events and programs, in coordinating a varied offering of classes and sports activities, and in spearheading improvement and beautification projects for City parks and public facilities.

The Recreation Supervisor, under direction of the Parks and Recreation Director, plans, organizes, hires contractors and part time staff, and promotes and supervises programs, classes, and events for groups from tots to seniors. The Supervisor will also play a key role in the planning and production of the City’s many annual special events that have become fond traditions in this small city.

The successful candidate must have several years of experience working in recreation programs that have included a variety of age groups and interests.  ONLY APPLICANTS WITH SUCH EXPERIENCE SHOULD APPLY.  Applicants must also have skills for positive interaction with community individuals and groups; display creativity; demonstrate good marketing skills; be capable of participating in community outreach to ensure the success of Department programs; be a team player in a small department and not afraid to “roll up your sleeves” to pitch in on a variety of tasks.  Above all, the incumbent to this position must show his/her enthusiasm about recreation programs and events!

QUALIFICATIONS

Required and Preferred:   

• Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in recreation administration, public or business administration, or a related field and three (3)  years of responsible recreational programming experience gained from performing increasingly responsible activities in recreation, scheduling, event planning, community outreach and supervising recreation aides and leaders as well as volunteers
• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License by time of appointment.
• Prefer a Possession of a CDL with the ability to obtain a Class B California Driver’s License with Passenger Endorsement within one year of hiring.
• Prefer a Possession of or ability to obtain CPR and First Aid Certificates

Desired:  

• Knowledge of theories, practices, principles and programs common to the field of recreation, special events, and leisure services
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of program administration including budgeting, purchasing and personnel management
• Willingness to be flexible with work schedule for occasional evenings, weekends and holidays when special events are occurring; work schedule will be correspondingly altered to compensate for time spent outside regular hours.

Typical duties include: 

• Develop, administrate and evaluate a wide range of recreation programs including contract classes, senior programs, and camps.
• Hire, coordinate, and evaluate contract class instructors and part time staff.
• Interact with local schools, neighboring recreation departments and members of the Sausalito community in promoting programs.
• Administer the budgets for assigned programs and order necessary equipment and supplies
• Prepare promotional materials, fliers, brochures and press releases as well as Social Media posts
• Publish quarterly “Sausalito and its Community Magazine.  Responsibilities include gathering content, writing program descriptions and articles, and editing.
• Technical application of program registration and facility booking software, accounting procedures, website updates
• Monitor trends in recreation programming, community needs and other factors in program planning
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job:  moving, lifting, setting up and taking down tables and chairs, loading equipment onto and off of trucks, tents, supplies and other equipment.

**THIS POSITION WILL CLOSE UPON RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 100 APPLICATIONS**

SELECTION PROCEDURE:   A completed City of Millbrae Employment Application must be submitted via CalOpps by 5:00 pm on closing date.  This position will close upon receipt of the first 100 applications or by filing deadline, whichever occurs first. Filing deadlines are subject to change.  Incomplete applications will be not be considered.  The most qualified candidates may be invited to participate in an oral interview.  

MEDICAL EXAMINATION:   Appointment is contingent upon the results of the job related medical evaluation which will include a physical examination, administered at no expense to the candidate. A drug screening test will be administered as part of this exam.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:   It is the policy of the City of Millbrae to provide equal employment opportunities for all employees & applicants for employment meeting bona fide occupational qualifications, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex or handicap.

IMMIGRATION REFORM & CONTROL ACT:   To comply with the Immigration Reform & Control Act, effective November 1986, all potential employees will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the United States.

Definition: Under general supervision, the Maintenance Worker performs a variety of unskilled, semiskilled, and skilled manual tasks and related work as required in the water, streets, storm, facilities and collection system divisions of Public Works Utilities and Operations.

Essential Duties: The Public Works Maintenance Worker duties include:

• Operating jack hammers to break up concrete sidewalks, curbs and gutter asphalt roadways, storm drains, and street light bases.
• Mixing and finishing cement including sidewalks, curbs, gutters and containment walls.
• Using appropriate equipment to apply traffic paint and maintain and fabricate street signs.
• Performing heavy labor, shoveling and lifting, in the construction and repair of sewers, streets, water and storm drain lines and services.
• Performing in and responding to emergency calls including repair and installation of sewers, streets, water and storm drain lines and services.
• Operating small trucks with manual or automatic transmissions, two-ton dump trucks, personnel hoists, and tamping equipment.
• Helping construct forms, boxes, fences, walls, and barricades.
• Performing cleaning and minor maintenance of buildings and facilities.
• Keeping simple records of daily activities, purchase receipts, and inventories including reading meters and test samples.
• Using construction tools including asphalt rakes, shovels, hammers, tapping equipment, cement finishing equipment, chain saws and light mechanical equipment.
• Cleaning City easements and right-of-ways of weeds, trees and debris.
• Read water meters.
• Must maintain a thirty-minute response time to the job site, in order to answer after hours and weekend service calls as required.

Special Requirements: Vision, hearing and physical ability adequate to obtain and maintain a CALIFORNIA "Class B" Operator's License and operate in high vehicle traffic areas and construction sites; speak clearly and understandably. Requires moderate and sometimes strenuous exertion including bending, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing, lifting, twisting, carrying and/or handling up to one hundred (100) pounds. Work in confined spaces and wear protective garments. May work in conditions that require exposure to noise, odors, chemical and biological agents, gases, and contact with sanitary wastewater. Ability to report to work at any hour of the day or night as required during a disaster or other emergency situation. MUST maintain a thirty-minute response time to the job site when answering after hour and weekend service calls. Shall be a second responder to support supervisors in emergencies. Carry communication equipment after work hours.

Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge of: Basic construction techniques; basic building maintenance and repair; asphalt and cement finishing techniques; general tools used in construction or maintenance work; construction, repair and maintenance.

Ability to: Think and act quickly in emergencies; judge situations and people accurately; understand and carry out oral and written directions; meet standards of adequate physical stature, endurance and agility; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with fellow workers.

Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Experience: At least one year full-time or four years part-time experience in semiskilled construction maintenance work.

License: Must possess and maintain a valid Class C California Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record and within six (6) months of hire, must possess and maintain a Class B California Driver's License with required air break endorsements. Those assigned to the Water Division within one (1) year must possess and maintain a Class D-2" Water Distribution Certificate from the California Department of Health Services. Those assigned to the Collection Division, within one year must possess and maintain a California Water Environment Associations (CWEA) Grade I Collections Certificate.

Applications will be accepted for this position until filled.

Library & Recreation Servcices Department

16 hours/week

$25.44/hour

This hourly position is not in Civil Service and does not receive benefits.

POSITION
 

The Office Assistant I will work in the front office of Daly City’s Department of Library and Recreation Services assisting members of the public with class registration and facilities reservations. Great customer service skills are of paramount importance, along with a demonstrated ability to learn and master new software applications. The successful candidate will work Tuesday through Friday, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

DEFINITION

Under direct supervision, the Office Assistant I performs a variety of technical office work and other related work as required.

Office Assistant I is the entry-level class. Incumbents in the Office Assistant I class will progressively perform most of the duties required in the series, but are not expected to function at the same skill level and will usually exercise less independent direction and judgment on matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established pattern that has been explained before the work is started. Generally, changes in procedures or exceptions are explained in detail as they arise.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Assembles, prepares and proofs final copies of reports, letters, case records, lists, receipts, legal documents, agendas, requisitions, permits, licenses, charts, and estimates using PC word processing or typewriter, as appropriate. May transcribe documents from dictating machines or other recording devices. Prepares invoices, bills, payroll/time sheets, and work orders. Makes and checks simple arithmetical computations; checks and tabulates statistical data. Sets up and maintains indexes and files. Operates a variety of current office machines, including but not limited to computers, printers, typewriters, copiers, adding and facsimile machines. Answers and routes telephone calls for one or more divisions, effectively and efficiently responding to public and intra-office inquiries. Greets and assists members of the public and business visitors. Receives, distributes, and dispatches intra-office and US mail. May perform a variety of other tasks including but not limited to maintaining mailing lists, clipping newspapers; receiving and transmitting radio messages from field personnel, keeping vacation schedules, and ordering, inventorying and receiving supplies. Performs related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: 

Office Assistant I level: Appropriate business English including correct spelling, accepted grammar and punctuation and basic arithmetic.

Ability to:  

Office Assistant I level: Keyboard/type at a speed of 40 words per minute from clear copy; accurately perform basic clerical work; follow oral and written instructions; interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to customers, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.

Experience:

Office Assistant I: no experience required.

Education:  Graduation from high school or equivalent.

PROGRAM LEADER (Theatre Technician)

Salary Range: $12.00 to 14.06/hour, DOE

• This is a part-time temporary, non-benefitted position.
• Flexible schedule of 15-20 hours per week, including some evenings and weekends; not-to-exceed 950 hours per calendar year.
• This position is located at Village Theatre and Art Gallery.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED

General supervision is received from Program Coordinator. This position does not exercise supervision over others.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Essential duties are inclusive of, but not limited to the following:

• Oversee and assist renters and various user groups during events in Town facilities.
• Operate lighting and/or sound equipment.
• Box office management, reporting, and cash handling.
• Maintain and keep facility clean and in good working order during and after events.
• Take pictures and video of Town programs, rentals and co-sponsor groups for Town publications and marketing platforms.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must have successfully completed twelfth grade and be at least 18 years old with two years of experience in live performance theatre, with experience in operating theatrical lighting and sound or has taken relative coursework.  Set construction, production management and/or stage management is a plus.

Knowledge of:

• Operations, services and activities of technical operations of theatre programs.
• Theatre pre-performance, performance, and post-performance activities.
• Office procedures, methods, and equipment, including computers and applicable software applications.

Ability to:

• Work flexible hours, including weekends or holidays.
• Lift 50 pounds; carry 30 pounds.
• Perform duties with OSHA standards.

LICENSE(S) AND CERTIFICATION(S)

Possession of a valid California State Driver’s License, or license in another state with the ability to obtain a California license within 30 days of hire. Prior to the start of employment, must provide proof of authorization to work in the United States, current (negative) TB test results, and successfully pass a background check (Live Scan).

RECRUITMENT CONTACT

Jessica Wallner, Program Supervisor

jwallner@danville.ca.gov

(925) 314-3426

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The City of San Dimas is located midway (about  25 miles) between Los Angeles and San Bernardino at the base of the San  Gabriel Mountains.  Superior access to the 10, 57 and 210 freeways offers a centralized location from which to enjoy Southern California’s many excellent cultural, recreational and shopping activities.  San Dimas is a blend of community amenities, wonderful parks and open space including Bonelli Regional Park,  Raging Waters and a network of neighborhood parks and trails, an abundance of community events and activities and attractive development and retail centers. San  Dimas has a rich history and the City takes pride in preserving and showcasing that history.  One of its greatest assets is its small-town feel, with approximately 33,000 residents, while still providing an abundance of employment and retail opportunities for its residents and the surrounding communities. 

San Dimas was incorporated in 1960 with a Council-Manager form of government.  Its citizens receive a full range of services through the combined efforts of the City’s four primary departments (City Manager/Administrative Services, Parks & Recreation, Public Works and Community Development) and the contract services of Los Angeles County and other agencies and contractors.  The City is supported by 68 full-time and in peak season approximately 100, part-time employees. 

A City of San Dimas application must be submitted and may be completed online by visiting the City website at www.sandimasca.gov.  Questions may be directed to Human Resources at (909) 394-6211 or kfrey@sandimasca.gov.  Applications must be received no later than Friday December 13, at 4:30 p.m.  A resume may be attached to the application, but does not substitute for a completed City application.

Plans, directs and manages the staff and operations of the Facilities Maintenance Division. Develops, implements, administers and monitors systems, programs, policies and procedures for the Division. Oversees, organizes and manages the maintenance and repair of recreational facilities and city buildings for the Facilities Division. Develops policy recommendations, communication and maintenance plans, funding mechanisms and approaches to service delivery. Manages staffing and budget for the division, coordinates assigned activities with other divisions, outside agencies and the general public; provides highly responsible and complex staff assistance to the Director of Parks and Recreation; and performs other related duties as required.

The duties listed below 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 this position.

1. Manages, assesses and oversees the maintenance of City buildings and facilities through the use of a systematic maintenance management plan. Prepares, administers, and monitors the Facilities division budgets; forecasts additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies.
    
2. Ensures that assigned facilities are in compliance with Federal, State and Local government, health, safety and occupational standards.
    
3. Develops and recommends policies, procedures, and fees and schedules for services and facilities.
    
4. Ensures continuous improvement and innovation of facility maintenance and programs by examining best practices, soliciting feedback from staff, collecting data from customers and the community, and reviewing market trends.
    
5. Prepares, monitors and analyzes the effectiveness of the Facility Maintenance Division’s budget, expenditures and performance metrics. Develops funding request for capital improvement projects as needed to ensure proper facility needs.
    
6. Attends public meetings and prepares and/or edits a variety of reports for submission to the City Council, Parks and Recreation, and Senior Commission.
    
7. Assists in the development of Department goals, objectives and performance metrics.
    
8. Keeps abreast of current technology, trends and changes to regulations in the field of maintenance management.
    
9. Selects, trains, evaluates, and supervises subordinate personnel. Implements staff development and effective customer service.
    
10. Coordinates use of facilities with other Parks and Recreation Department sections, City Departments and outside organizations.
     
11. Maintains records and prepares and presents oral and written reports concerning facilities activities.
     
12. Manages contract maintenance agreements and ensures compliance with work standards and specifications.
     
13. Represents the Facilities Division on boards, committees and commissions; meet with commissions, community organizations, outside agencies and the public to discuss Facilities program agendas and community needs.
     
14. Responds to emergency situations as required.

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand sit, walk; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms.  The employee frequently walks and stands and occasionally lifts and carries records and documents that weigh 20 pounds or less.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands

While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve complex problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; perform highly detailed work under changing, intensive deadlines, on multiple concurrent tasks; work with constant interruptions; and interact with officials and the public.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee works in both field and office settings where the noise levels are quiet to moderately loud, although normally under 85 decibels.

Work in both indoor and outdoor recreation facilities; sustained posture in a seated position for prolonged periods of time.  Flexibility of work hours; must be available to attend evening, weekend meetings and programs and to respond to emergency situations.

Interested persons who feel they meet the desirable qualifications should submit a completed City application. Not every applicant is interviewed.  Selected qualified applicants will be invited to appear before an oral interview board.  Application appraisal, oral interview(s) and written test shall constitute 100% of the selection process.
 

The City of San Dimas advises the public, employees and job applicants that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical handicap, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or any non-merit based factor in admission to, treatment of or employment in its programs and activities.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), The City of San Dimas will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. EOE (Equal Opportunity Employer)

THE COMMUNITY

 Suisun City is located midway between San Francisco and Sacramento in south central Solano County.  The City, which was among the first to incorporate in California, developed around a waterfront that has direct access to San Francisco Bay and the Pacific Ocean.  Although the City is largely developed, several large parcels exist and a large annexation is on the horizon that signals ongoing development activity will continue to be in the City’s future.

THE POSITION

 The primary job responsibility for this temporary Building Maintenance Worker I/II-I will be to perform general cleaning, janitorial services, basic maintenance and landscaping in and around the City’s Train Depot. This position is grant-funded through December 31, 2021 specifically to provide a higher level of care and attention for this key transit gateway to Suisun City. We’re looking for creative problem-solvers to perform high-quality skilled work with a variety of tools and equipment types under the direction and guidance of more experienced lead workers and managers in both individual and team projects. To be successful, candidates will need to demonstrate pride in their work, and an ability to focus on completing assigned routines with limited supervision. The assigned work shift is expected to be 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.            *This is a temporary, unrepresented, at-will position funded by a limited term grant.

Happy Hollow Park & Zoo (HHPZ) is a 16 acre amusement park and Association of Zoo's & Aquariums (AZA) accredited zoo.  The mission of Happy Hollow is connecting people to nature through play. Happy Hollow features a unique combination of family rides and amusements, a Puppet Castle Theater, nature themed play areas, special events for all seasons, and an animal education and wildlife conservation program with classes and camps for all ages.

The PRNS Department is seeking one (1) full-time, benefitted Entertainment Coordinator for HHPZ. Under general direction of the Amusement Park Supervisor. The Entertainment Coordinator supervises, plans, prepares and presents theater productions, program services, and one-day internal entertainment services for Happy Hollow Park & Zoo (such as special Puppetry events).  

This position regularly works weekends, evenings, and holidays, during all climatic conditions as assigned.

 
 Duties may include the following:

• • Production of HHPZ’s Entertainment Department, including the Puppet Theater shows, special events, workshops, camps, and the park’s costume character program.
  • Produces, manages, and direct costume character/park performers’ entertainment atmosphere and collaborates with other departments to provide entertainment and artistic enhancement of attractions, in-park and off-site.
  • Interviews, auditions, hires, schedules and supervises a skill balanced entertainment staff; contributes to performance evaluations, handles training, coaching and mentoring.
  • Manages staff in the creation of show productions, puppets, scenery, costumes, props, and scripts.
  • Manages entertainment budget and grant monies ensuring HHPZ’s Entertainment Department services are properly funded; makes recommendations for budget increases and allocation of funds for entertainment services.
  • In collaboration with other HHPZ departments, prepares and distributes entertainment events outlines include: establishing staffing levels; developing timelines, estimating costs for labor and equipment; and configuring events.
  • Develops and designs new entertainment programs and updates existing programs to stay current with entertainment trends.
  • Responsible for maintaining safe and clean work environment, performs routine safety checks at facilities and watches for safety of performers and guests.
  • May coordinate and manage HHPZ entertainment activities off-site for various events.
  • Provides supervision and oversight of recruiting and coordinating the activities of volunteers in entertainment programs.
  • Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Competencies

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:

Job Expertise: Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies, and federal and state rules and regulations.

• Knowledge of principles and practices of various theater and entertainment programs, including puppetry and costumed characters.
• Ability to create and develop a variety of theater and education presentations.
• Ability to present puppet shows and participate in puppet productions.
• Ability to perform various tasks related to puppet theater presentations and related entertainment programs, such as writing scripts, making puppets, scenery, costumes and props.
• Ability to use a variety of sound equipment used in entertainment presentations.
• Ability to learn new techniques and teach others, including staff, volunteers, or workshop participants.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with other workers, volunteers and the public.
• Ability to coach and train less experienced employees and volunteers

Collaboration: Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in cross-functional activities.

Supervision: Sets effective long and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources; provides motivational support; empowers others; assigns decision-making and work functions to others in an appropriate manner to maximize organizational and individual effectiveness.

Creativity: Addresses objectives and problems while questioning traditional assumptions/solutions in order to generate creative ideas and new ways of doing business; exhibits creativity and innovation when contributing to organizational and individual objectives; seeks out opportunities to improve, streamline, reinvent work processes.

Decision Making: Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions.

Multi-Tasking: Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s).

Customer Service: Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently in a timely, accurate, respectful, and friendly manner.

Coaching: Provides guidance, opportunities, and motivation to develop and strengthen knowledge, skills, and competencies to improve employee’s capabilities.

Communication Skills: Communicates and listens effectively and responds in a timely, effective, positive, and respectful manner; written reports and correspondence are accurate, complete, current; well-organized, legible, concise, neat, and in proper grammatical form.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Office Assistant I provides administrative support to the Recreation & Community Services Department, which includes program registration, facility reservations, recordkeeping, customer interaction and point of sale. Duties include responding to phone, mail, email and in-person inquiries, as well as requests from citizens, employees and other City departments. The Office Assistant I performs receptionist duties, including: typing, word processing, use of computer programs and applications, recordkeeping, organizing and compiling data, filing, computerized data entry, organizing calendars, working efficiently and effectively within Recreation & Community Services Department and other departments with minimal supervision and with outstanding customer service. This is a part time position that averages 25 hours per week.

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: The following statements are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all inclusive for specific positions.

1. Serve as the Recreation & Community Services Department’s first line of customer contact
2. Establish and maintain positive relationships with customers, employees, contractors and volunteers
3. Advise customers on the selection of programs that best fit their areas of interest
4. Assist customers in determining which rental facility to use for their events
5. Support annual & quarterly instructor management tasks
6. Enter activity data into the registration software
7. Performs other administrative/clerical duties as assigned

MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

KNOWLEDGE OF: Basic office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment, computers, related software, phone systems, fax/copy machines and email communications; Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel and Outlook; correct English usage written and verbal, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation; business letter writing and the standard format for typed materials; policies and procedures related to the department to which assigned; basic business data processing principles; effective time management principles; customer service principles; basic accounting principles.

SKILL AND ABILITY TO: Develop and maintain office files; compose routine correspondence from brief instructions; use initiative and sound judgment within established guidelines; prioritize work and coordinate several activities; multitask; communicate tactfully and effectively with the public, including interpreting and applying detailed rules and policies; rapidly learn, understand, retain and utilize directions, procedures, policies, processes and programs of the Recreation Department; provide excellent customer service to staff and customers in-person and via email and telephone; work harmoniously as part of a team or independently; perform successfully all the requirements of the position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Sit at a desk for long periods of time; repetitively use fingers and/or wrists or hands while twisting or applying pressure; maintain mental capacity which allows the capability of making sound decisions and demonstrating intellectual capabilities; have rapid mental/muscular coordination; maintain effective audio/visual discrimination and perception to the degree necessary for the successful completion of assigned duties; and lift up to 25 lbs, and carry up to 10 lbs; maintain a professional and neat appearance.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

Any combination of the listed experience and education requirements may lead to a qualifying application. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• Education: Equivalent to graduation from high school. Completed college-level coursework is desirable.
• Experience: A minimum of one year of responsible secretarial or administrative experience. Prior experience with activity registration and facility rentals is highly desired.
• Valid California driver’s license is desirable
• Previous experience working with the public is desirable

IDEAL CANDIDATE POSSESSES THE FOLLOWING CHARACTERISTICS:  Is highly professional, patient, respectful, ethical and organized; has a can-do attitude. Communicates effectively and proactively both verbally and in writing. Enjoys working in a small town atmosphere with an engaged public, including merchants, property owners and residents.

OTHER INFORMATION

Temporary employees are non-benefited, at-will positions. Since the City does not participate in Social Security and is required to provide an alternative retirement plan, you are required to participate in the City's defined contribution retirement plan through Nationwide where 3.75% of your gross compensation per pay period is deducted and put into the plan. The City matches this 3.75% for a total contribution of 7.5% of your gross compensation per pay period.

COMPENSATION:
This is a part-time, temporary position. Approximately 25-29 hours per week.
$16.75. to $20.75 hourly DOE

RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
The recruitment will remain open until the position is filled with a first review date of November 19, 2019. Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including a livescan background investigation. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination.
 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Los Altos is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of a person’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or sexual orientation. Candidates with a disability, which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process, should advise City of Los Altos upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.  

Incumbents will work a flexible schedule, with increased scheduling during peak workload periods, but less than 1,000 hours during the assignment through the fiscal year starting July 1st and ending June 30th.

JOB SUMMARY

Under direction this position provides pool supervision, performs rescues, and enforces safety rules and related duties as required. The Lifeguard is a part-time hourly position. This class receives assignments from and reports to the Supervisory Team; must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Staff meetings are mandatory and held on Fridays at 10:00 am.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

• Administers first aid.
• Enforces pool regulations and policies.
• Assists in the maintenance of operational equipment.
• Maintains the pool area, deck and locker room for cleanliness and safety.
• Prevents accidents.
• Performs rescues.
• Provides customer service as needed.
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Other duties as assigned.

ABOUT THE CITY

San Dimas is located midway (about 27 miles) between Los Angeles and San Bernardino, at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains. Excellent access to freeways offers a centralized location from which to enjoy Southern California’s many cultural and recreational activities.

San Dimas was incorporated in 1960 with a Council-Manager form of government. Its citizens receive a full range of services through the combined efforts of the City’s four departments (Administration, Parks & Recreation, Public Works and Development Services) and the contract services of Los Angeles County.

STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION

The City of San Dimas, California advises the public, employees and job applicants that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical handicap, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or any non-merit based factor in admission to, treatment of or employment in its programs and activities.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), The City of San Dimas will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. EOE (Equal Opportunity Employer)