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The City of Redwood City’s Parks, Recreation and Community Services (PRCS) Department is looking for people interested in working approximately 15-20 hours per week, working the special events programs operated by the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department.  Incumbents will typically assist in setting up, monitoring, and breaking down the events all while providing excellent customer service to visitors.

The Recreation Leader (Special Events) is responsible for presenting the service oriented, positive, and enthusiastic mission of the City of Redwood City.  The ideal candidate will enjoy promoting a variety of recreation activities.  The ideal candidate will also have the ability to multi-task, and demonstrate excellent leadership and customer service methods and practices. 

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Are you looking for a great opportunity to connect with your community while investing in your future? Do you want to see first-hand what it’s like to engage in active, multi-generational work that directly contributes to the well-being of our greater Mill Valley community?  If you answered yes, then you belong with Mill Valley Recreation!  With our team, you will create memorable experiences while cultivating new and lasting connections within our greater Southern Marin Community. You will have the opportunity to grow and learn through consistent, quality training and, apply your learning through direct hands-on experience.

DEFINITION: Under general supervision, provides a variety of clerical support and customer service tasks. Performs related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Performs a variety of clerical support and receptionist duties; data input, answers phones, directs calls, takes messages, greets public and provides general information for all Parks and Recreation Department classes, programs and events.
• Monitors all admittance to the facility, checks required credentials and charges appropriate fees.
• Calculates fees, charges and operate, balance cash register during shift.
• Monitor guests' activities in the main lobby area and enforce all rules, regulations and safety principals.
• Assists in opening and closing procedures for the Aquatics/Fitness Center.
• Handles such services as selling merchandise and vending machine refunds.
• Maintain work area in a presentable, organized fashion while also maintaining organized files and accurate records. 
• Has the ability to speak English clearly and understandably.
• Reads and follows diagrams and instruction written in English.
• Operate office equipment (including computers, scanners, calculators, printers, and copiers).
• Work independently in the absence of supervision
• Respond professionally to emergencies, provide care according to the level of training.
• Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
• Perform related duties as required.

TRAINING & EXPERIENCE: Any combination of education, training, and which likely provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS: Candidates receiving a conditional job offer must pass a pre-placement fingerprint review. The employee must satisfactorily complete an evaluatory period before obtaining regular status. Candidates must possess a current CPR/AED and First Aid certificate and be comfortable calling 911 in an emergency.

Final filing date: 5:00pm, Friday, March 22, 2019

Appointment to this position is contingent upon:

*A pre-employment fingerprinting criminal history records check

*TB testing clearance

About the Position

This year’s summer camp program runs from June 10 - August 16, 2019. The Program Coordinator will start employment on approximately June 1, 2019 until the end of the summer camp program.

Positions in this classification perform work in the organization and implementation of a wide variety of recreation activities.

May provide functional supervision to a Recreation Leader I or II as assigned.  Receives general supervision from a full-time Recreation Department staff member.

Essential Duties

•  Plans, organizes, coordinates and directs specialized recreation programs as assigned.
•  Oversees the work of volunteers, Recreation Leaders I and II as assigned, to ensure effective programs.
• Supervision of youth participants ages 4-12 years
• Assist in hiring, training, supervision and evaluation of part time staff and volunteers
• Provide daily direct support to Recreation Leaders I & II including summer camp Site Directors
• Provide excellent customer service to program participants, participant parents/guardians, and members of the public
• Coordinate and implement program schedules and activities
• Oversight of programs, staff and facilities in the absence of full-time Recreation Department staff member
• Maintain and purchase supplies and equipment
• Drive youth in city vehicle and lead field trips

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.  In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Messenger Clerk classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay. 
 
The Messenger Clerk performs, under immediate supervision, perform work of routine difficulty in the collection and delivery of documents and materials to City departments and locations throughout the City. Performs routine clerical tasks as required.  
 
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 technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. 
·     Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.
·     Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel.
·     Customer Service - Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor.
·     Team Work & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.
 

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FINAL FILING DATE: We are accepting applications until closing at 5 pm, February 25, 2019.

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the regular and full-time position of Recreation Superintendent in the Parks, Recreation, and Libraries Department.  The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 –5 pm; a flex schedule may be available.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

DEFINITION

To plan, organize and direct a variety of community service activities within the Parks, Recreation, & Libraries Department; to coordinate activities with other departments; and to provide highly responsible technical support to Department Management.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

• Receives general direction from the Department Management.
• Exercises direct supervision over supervisory, technical, and administrative support personnel.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Recommend and implement section goals and objectives; establish performance standards and methods for a variety of community service activities; develop and implement policies and procedures.
• Plan, develop and oversee the work of staff and contract services staff involved in community service activities.
• Evaluate operations and activities of assigned unit; implement improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities.
• Participate in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; submit justifications for staff, supplies, equipment, and services; monitor and control expenditures.
• Participate in the selection of staff; coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; recommend discipline; implement discipline procedures as directed.
• Oversee the operations of a variety of community service programs provided through sports centers, community centers, interpretive, educational and library facilities, youth/adult class, camps, aquatics, teen/youth sports, adult sports, child care, senior activities, at risk youth and teen services, literacy, golf courses and special events.
• Oversee program and facility planning and operations of community centers, sports facilities, swimming pools, recreation and library facilities.
• Manage a variety of service contracts related to the operation of facilities, programs, and events.
• Develop and implement a variety of marketing activities to encourage community interest and awareness of community service activities; oversee special events, publication of written materials, City website information, and relation promotional information
• Answer questions and provide information to the public; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of recreation and community service programs.
• Pertinent local, State, Federal rules, regulations and laws.
• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.
• Principles and practices of research analysis and management.
• Principles and practices of budget development, implementation, and monitoring.
• Principles and practices of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
• Principles and practices of negotiation, and building partnerships.
• Principles and practices of work safety.

Ability to:

• Organize, implement and direct a variety of community service activities.
• On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job.  Intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and problem solve operational and technical policy and procedures.
• On a continuous basis, sit at desk for long periods of time.  Intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone, and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; and lift or carry weight of 10 pounds or less.
• Interpret and explain pertinent City and department policies and procedures.
• Assist in the development and monitoring of assigned program budget.
• Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations.
• Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Experience:

Five years of increasingly responsible experience in community services, library, recreation and/or parks, including two years of supervisory experience.

AND

Training:

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

License or Certificate

Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1. Your responses to question 4, the applicant’s education, training and experience, will be scored using a pre-determined formula.  Your responses to these questions must be consistent with your employment application information.  This experience must also be described in the “Work Experience" section of this application.  Responses to the supplemental questionnaire that are inconsistent from your “Work Experience” section in the application will not be scored.  I understand and agree with the above instructions.

• Yes
• No

2. Was any of the work experience listed on your application an unpaid internship, or volunteer work?  If so, please list below which ones.

3. With the current reorganization efforts, this position is being evaluated to have a more generalized role in the department with areas of oversight including Recreation, Libraries, Parks, Open Space and Business Services. How will you integrate yourself into this new generalized role?

4. How many years of increasingly responsible experience do you have in community services, library, recreation and/or parks?

• Less than 5 years
• 5-6 Years
• 6-7 Years
• 7-8 Years
• 8-9 Years
• 9+ Years

SELECTION PROCESS

All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their experience scored in the Formula Rate Examination.  The applicant’s experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.  Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List.  Final promotional appointment is contingent upon having successfully passed a City-paid pre-employment medical exam specific for the position for which applied.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.