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The City of Patterson is seeking to fill four (4) part-time Recreation Specialist positions in the Recreation Department. Duties include, but are not limited to: Organize youth and adult sports programs including: advertising events, creating game schedules, rosters and placing equipment orders, etc.  Work cooperatively with volunteers and community organizations to build coalitions that will improve services and programs. Develop public relations materials and alliances with the media for the marketing of programs and the benefits of recreational programs to the participants and the community. Perform related duties as assigned.

The City of Patterson is seeking to fill one (1) part-time Recreation Specialist position in the Seniors programs in the Recreation Department.

Duties include, but are not limited to: plan and coordinate a variety of programming for senior adults; work cooperatively with volunteers; marketing of these programs to include flyers, monthly newsletters, and brochures, promoting special events, activities and classes. 

This recruitment is Open Until Filled.  Please note that the application filing period for this recruitment may close, at any time without notice, once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

The Crossing Guard position is a temporary position, approximately five hours per day, two (2) hours in the morning and three (2) hours in the afternoon, Monday through Friday.  Crossing Guards work a school year (September through June).  Applicants must be able to work outdoors, have reliable transportation or ability to report to assignment consistently.

Crossing Guards work under the general direction of the Parking Operations Lead Community Service Officer with the Seal Beach Police Department.  Based on the needs of the City, a flexible schedule may be assigned for either a morning or afternoon shift or a combination thereof, or for specific week days, based on the availability of the Crossing Guards and at the discretion of the Parking Operations Lead Community Service Officer. 

INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS

SELECTION PROCEDURE:  

Please visit www.CalOpps.org to submit your application on-line.  Currently City Hall is closed due to COVID-19 restrictions.  Therefore, only on-line applications are being accepted. 

A resume is optional but will not be accepted as a substitute for a completed City application.  Incomplete, late, emailed, or faxed applications will not be accepted.  Appointment is subject to any or all of the following: pre-employment medical, fingerprint processes as well as background investigation.  If selected, incumbent will be required to submit written identification proving eligibility to work in the United States. 

Any qualified individual with a disability must provide reasonable notice to the City prior to the testing process that reasonable accommodation is required.  The City of Seal Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

EVENTS/FACILITIES SPECIALIST

(Part-Time)

$17.81 to $19.64 hourly

FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONDUCTED ON 06/03/2021

This is a great opportunity to coordinate and oversee the activities and events in the City’s event facility including, performing public relations duties, planning and coordinating events and meetings; ensuring security, inventory, and facility condition standards are maintained, and directly supervising events.  This is an at-will, intermittent, part-time, hourly position without City-paid benefits.  Some evening and weekend work may be required. 

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Summary Description

Under general supervision, coordinates and oversees the activities and events in the City’s event facility including, performing public relations duties, planning and coordinating events and meetings; ensuring security, inventory, and facility condition standards are maintained, and directly supervising events.  This is an at-will, intermittent, part-time, hourly 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:

1. Coordinate and oversee facility events occurring after normal City business hours including banquets and special events; coordinate scheduling of facilities and services; coordinate facility reservations; identify and document facility layout.
2. Evaluate center facilities and equipment including kitchen facilities; catalog and maintain amenities and equipment; document and track damage using photos and other documents; initiate requisitions for supplies and equipment; report repairs.
3. Identify and coordinate facility/event security needs; contact and serve as liaison between renters, Police Department staff, and outside security companies; ensure established security policies and procedures are followed.
4. Oversee and supervise facility events; open, close and secure facility; ensure facility is set-up according to event requirements including City Council and Planning Commission meetings; check condition of amenities and ensure cleanup requirements are met by renters.
5. Monitor youth sports programs within the facilities; address participant and parent concerns; provide lead direction to sports officials; ensure proper setup and teardown.
6. Participate in facility public relations activities; serve as contact and resource for community agencies and other organizations concerned with the center; compose and send email and written correspondence; serve as contact person to the outside public and City staff with exemplary customer service.
7. Provide audio and video support during  meetings and other necessary events.
8. Assist in the setup, takedown and cleanup processes as needed.
9. Routinely adhere to and maintain a positive attitude toward City and Department goals.
10. Perform related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of:

Methods and techniques involved in coordinating and overseeing events within a municipal facility including setup and security.

           Basic computer applications such as word processing and databases.

Records management principles and procedures including record keeping and filing principles and practices.

Methods and techniques of proper phone etiquette.

Basic principles of business letter writing and report preparation.

Principles of public relations.

Ability to:

      Coordinate activities and events at assigned events facilities.

Learn the organization, operation, and services of the City and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.

Learn to correctly apply general administrative and departmental policies and procedures.

Learn to apply applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations as necessary.

           Effectively utilize various software applications including word processing software.

           Establish and maintain a variety of files and records.

Prepare routine correspondence and memoranda.

Perform routine mathematical calculations.

Respond tactfully, clearly, concisely, and appropriately to inquiries from other City staff, the general public, and outside agencies.

           Work nights and weekends as needed to perform the job duties.

           Plan and organize work to meet changing priorities and deadlines.

Understand and carry out oral and written directions.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Work independently without the need for direct supervision.

RECREATION LEADER

$14.25 to $15.71 Per Hour

6-10 Positions for Aquatics & Summer Day Camp

2-4 Positions for Facilities

Part-Time and Seasonal

First Review of Application Will Be: April 22, 2021

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

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

1. Monitor the use of city owned facilities and ensure the strict adherence to the rules governing the use of city facilities.
2. Responsible for the appropriate use, minor repair of, and proper storage of supplies and equipment used in city facilities.
3. Coordinate facility arrangements with instructors, rental groups and maintenance personnel.
4. Track equipment issued during rentals.
5. Provide excellent customer service to all customers, employees, citizens and guests using city facilities.
6. Ensure that facilities and restrooms are properly cleaned and ready for the next scheduled use.
7. Inspect facility for potential safety hazards, eliminate and/or report such hazards.
8. Assist in the setup, takedown and cleanup processes as needed.
9. Routinely adhere to and maintain a positive attitude towards City and Department goals.
10. Perform related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of:

Principles of excellent customer service.

Basic computer applications such as word processing and data entry.

Methods and techniques of proper phone etiquette.

Principles of public relations.

First Aid/CPR

Ability to:

Learn the organization, operation, and services of the City and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.

Learn to correctly interpret and apply general administrative and departmental policies and procedures as well as program requirements.

Effectively utilize various software applications including word processing and data entry.

Establish and maintain a variety of files and records.

Respond tactfully, clearly, concisely, and appropriately to inquiries from other City staff, the general public, and outside agencies.

Demonstrate enthusiasm and excitement about working as a team member.

Work nights and weekends as needed to perform the job duties.

Understand and carry out oral and written directions.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training:

Possession of high school diploma or GED certificate.

Experience:

Experience in a sales or customer service role dealing with the public.

REQUIREMENTS

A valid California Driver License.

physical demands and WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions 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 job functions.

Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office or event facility environment with extensive public contact and frequent interruptions.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office or event facility setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift up to 50 lbs., carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to travel to other locations using various modes of private and commercial transportation; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. Ability to move furniture including chairs, tables, set-up/take down stages, dance floors and other related physical duties.

Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.

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

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH IS NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF POOL LIFEGUARD. THIS IS AN EXCELLENT JOB FOR SWIM ENTHUSIASTS.

FINAL FILING DATE: This recruitment is Open Until Filled. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply promptly, as this recruitment is open until filled and the filing period may close at any time, without notice, once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. 

These are temporary part-time non-benefited positions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Pool Lifeguard: Under supervision, performs, observes and ensures the safety of participants in recreational and organized swimming activities; maintains a safe aquatic environment and assists with daily activities and operations of the program; communicates pool rules; assist instructors with class preparation, inventory, cleaning of equipment and registration as needed and performs related duties as required.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

Knowledge of: aquatic environment and related water safety issues including effective lifesaving techniques; basic swimming strokes including butterfly, breaststroke, free style & backstroke.

Ability to: establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff and program participants; perform lifesaving techniques; effectively perform swimming strokes; successfully complete the American Red Cross Pool Lifeguard training, prior to first day of employment.

Experience: Previous related experience is highly desirable.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

Please visit https://www.calopps.org/city-of-seal-beach to submit your application on-line.

Currently City Hall is closed due to COVID-19 restrictions.  Therefore, only on-line applications are being accepted.  A resume is optional but will not be accepted as a substitute for a completed City on-line application.  Incomplete, late, emailed, or faxed applications will not be accepted.

Appointment is subject to any or all of the following:  reference check, fingerprinting, comprehensive physical examination including drug screening. Applicants must be 16 years of age or older.   Applicants under 18 years of age will be required to obtain a work permit.  If selected, incumbent will be required to submit written identification proving eligibility to work in the United States.

Any qualified individual with a disability must provide reasonable notice to the City prior to the testing process so that reasonable accommodation can be made for that individual.  The City of Seal Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

NOTE: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this job announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

The City of Patterson is currently recruiting to fill several part-time vacancies for Crossing Guard with the Recreation & Community Services Department and to establish an Eligibility List.

Duties include, but are not limited to: under general supervision, guides and controls vehicular or pedestrian traffic at such places as streets and school zones; monitor traffic flow to locate safe gaps through which pedestrians can cross streets; communicate traffic and crossing rules and other information to students and adults.

The City of Patterson is currently recruiting to fill two (2) part-time vacancies for Maintenance Worker I with the Recreation & Community Services Department and to establish an Eligibility List.

Duties include, but are not limited to: under supervision, to learn to perform a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled manual labor duties involving the construction, maintenance, and repair of parks, pools, recreation facilities, and buildings.