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The City of San Mateo Parks & Recreation Department is accepting applications for Student Assistant Positions for Green Teens Program

 

Position:         Student Assistant for Green Teens Program

Salary:             $15.38/hour

Job Type:         Part time, summer-seasonal, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 8am-1pm

Location:         P&R Park Yard & Various Park & Facility Locations

Hours:              Tuesdays & Thursdays, approximately 10 hours a week (morning/afternoon shift)

Close Date:      April 17, 2020 at 5:00 PM OR the first 50 application packets received, whichever occurs first.

THE POSITION: The Green Teens program is a part of the Teen Section of the Youth Services Division for the City of San Mateo, Parks & Recreation Department. Green Teens is an opportunity for high school age youth to better themselves and our community by playing an important role in improving our City’s parks and green spaces. Green Teens will work in various parks throughout the city, meet and work with Parks & Recreation staff, and become an integral member of our community. All interested participants must submit a job application, and interview for the position. Selected participants will meet and work with teens their own age, collaborate with other youth organizations, and gain vital skills in teamwork, leadership, environmental education, and community engagement. Part of this program will entail Green Teens to identify and create a project, secure additional volunteers, and facilitate the experience.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: This position is specifically for High School Students who are going into their Freshman through Senior Year of High School, and have not yet graduated High School. Core responsibilities of this position are taught while working and include presenting a positive image to the public; be dependable and prompt while showing good judgement and safety skills within assignment.

 

DUTIES: The Green Teens Program is looking for 9th to 11th grade students who either live or attend school in San Mateo and are willing to:

• Meet 3-8 work days a month for the duration of the program (June through August).
• Attend an orientation and retreat.
• Flexible and available to work on occasional weekday and/or weekend.
• Interact with Parks & Recreation staff, fellow peers, and volunteers.
• Be proactive & voice interests about their own community.
• Work in various indoor/outdoor terrains and inclement weather.

 

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should submit an official City of San Mateo employment application online at www.calopps.org.

 For additional information, contact Brandon Parra at 650-522-7432 or by email at bparra@cityofsanmateo.org

 

The City of San Mateo is an equal employment opportunity employer

 

The policy of the City of San Mateo is to grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual preference, marital status, or national origin.

It is the intent and desire of the City of San Mateo that equal employment opportunity will be provided in recruiting, hiring, training, promoting, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. The City of San Mateo complies with employment provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

 

The Town of Colma Invites your application for:

Recreation Manager

Area of Responsibility:

Oversee the planning, organization and supervision of the recreation function.  The Recreation Manager develops, plans and executes the Town's daily recreation programming, including management of the Sterling Park Recreation Center and Colma Community Center facilities and staff; youth and teen programs, adult and senior programs, special events, enrichment programs, facility rentals, and related work as required. The Recreation Manager is also responsible for the coordination of our CERT programs and training

The Ideal Candidate: 

Will be enthusiastic about working and providing services to the Town’s community while enjoying the developing of programs and the activities. 

• Three years of progressively responsible full-time recreation experience including at least one of three years of work experience in supervision and leadership capacity.
• The equivalent of a four-year degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in recreation, physical education or a closely related field. 
• Possession of a valid CA driver’s license issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Knowledge of Principles and Practices of:

• Customer service
• Budget preparation and administration
• Supervision, training and performance evaluation
• Team building and leadership
• Applicable State and Federal laws and regulations

Ability to:

• Facilitate change and develop and coordinate recreation programs; prepare budgets and analyze departmental expenditures
• Conceive, propose, implement and maintain sound recreation procedures and records
• Analyze, interpret, and explain recreation policies and procedures
• Establish, maintain and foster cooperative working relations with others
• Address problems and issues constructively to find mutually acceptable and practical business solutions
• Supervise full and part time staff and independent contractors

Typical duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Direct, analyze, develop and implement recreational programs for all populations including enrichment, fitness, and entertainment and special events
• Supervise full time and part-time, per diem staff, sets their work schedules and coordinate existing full-time staff in support of recreational activities
• Recruit, screen, recommend for employment part time, per diem and temporary staff and volunteers
• Conduct performance evaluations of recreational staff and make recommendations for step increases, and disciplinary actions.
• Direct facility operations including responsibility for the use and maintenance of the Sterling Park Recreation Center and Colma Community Center.

*For a full position description please go to: https://www.colma.ca.gov/documents/recreation-manager/

 

The Recreation Services Department

Provides programs, activities and events for Colma residents of all age groups ranging from infants to seniors at two park facilities: Colma Historical Park & Community Center and Sterling Park.  Program elements include: Fitness, Enrichment, Special Events, Cultural Events, Sporting Events, Trips and Community Events. It is the goal of the Recreation Services Department to offer a balanced program ensuring all elements are offered to all age groups throughout the fiscal year.

The Department has experienced an increase in program participation every year beginning in FY 2012-13. The increase is attributed to more in-house activities and community-based programming, ensuring opportunities for all populations. The 2014-2016 and 2017-2019 Strategic Plans call for the coordination and implementation of more community-based programming and additional recreation opportunities for the Teen population. The 2020-2022 Strategic Plans call for the coordination and implementation of more community-based programming and additional recreation opportunities for the Teen population.

Recreation Services Department Staff

• Recreation Manager                                                                                              

• Recreation Services Coordinator

• Facility Attendants

• Recreation Leaders

 

Are You Ready? Apply. Submit an online application, résumé, and supplemental questionnaire at: https://www.calopps.org/town-of-colma

Final Filing Date:

Recruitment will close by Wedmesday, April 15, 2020, at 11:00 p.m.  Apply immediately, applications will be reviewed as submitted.

Examination Process

All applications, résumés and supplemental questionnaires received will be reviewed for minimum qualifications. A limited number of the most highly qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the examination process which may consist of an oral panel interview and written exercise, tentatively scheduled for the week of April  27, 2020 with Departmental interviews that same week.

The Town will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise the personnel department of such special needs at the time of application.

The information included in this job announcement may be changed at any time.  It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. 

The Town will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate persons with disabilities.  Please advised the Human Resources Office of such special needs at the time of application.

The Town of Colma 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.

We invite applications for the position of:

Recreation Specialist III

Recreation Specialist III: $19.79-23.59 hourly

The City of San Mateo Parks & Recreation Department is looking for enthusiastic, crafty, creative and energetic individuals to join our summer camp team!

About this role

Do you love to have fun? We are looking for enthusiastic and energetic individuals to join our team! As a part of the camp team, staff will enjoy the challenges, triumphs, opportunities, responsibilities, laughs, rewards and fun that make up each energizing and unique day at camp! This is a part time, non-benefited position, 30-40 hours per week and limited to 960 hours in a fiscal year (June-July).  Must be available during June 17 - August 9, 2020.

Why Join our Department?

• Our staff are devoted to creating a fun, safe and positive summer camp experience.
• Our Values; Respect, Creativity, Integrity, Transparency and Inclusivity.
   

What You Bring:

• Energy and Enthusiasm!
• Experience and passion for working with children.
• Experience working in summer camps.
• Education in Child Development, Recreation or a related field.
   

Who You Are

• You have a strong work ethic, customer service skills and works well with others.
• You have good judgment and make good decisions in a variety of situations.
• You are able to communicate well with your co-workers and supervisors.
   

What You’ll Do

• Plan and implement age appropriate activities for elementary school children.
• Supervise children on off campus field trips.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Interact with parents, children and staff daily.

What We Offer

• Become a natural leader! You will develop your leadership and management skills as you learn to work cooperatively with other staff members, teaching and fostering positive child development throughout the summer.
• Create lasting friendships and memories! You will feel a personal sense of accomplishment and importance as you become a mentor and role model in the lives of children.
• Build your resume! Career benefits as a camp staffer include development of essential management and communication skills. 

 
Recreation Specialist III (ages 18 & Up with experience/education):
In addition to the above duties, ability to work independently in developing specific activities and activity design.  Ability to train and direct the work of other lower level Recreation Specialists.  Consistently exhibits judgement and safety skills.
 

Are You Interested? Apply.

Application can be found on our website at www.cityofsanmateo.org or at our Recreation Centers:

• Beresford Recreation Center, 2720 Alameda de las Pulgas, 94403
• King Community Center, 725 Monte Diablo Ave., 94401

Submit online at www.calopps.org or submit to Jennifer Wilson in person at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center.  Contact number is 650.522.7473 or jwilson@cityofsanmateo.org.

Application materials will be screened on a continuous basis.

Open Until Filled OR Upon receipt of the first 100 applications, whichever occurs first

Fine Print The policy of the City of San Mateo is to grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual preference, marital status or national origin.  It is the intent and desire of the City of San Mateo that equal employment opportunity will be provided in recruiting, hiring, training, promoting, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment

We invite applications for the position of:

Recreation Specialist II

  $15.94-17.37 hourly

 

The City of San Mateo Parks & Recreation Department is looking for enthusiastic, crafty, creative and energetic individuals to join our summer camp team!

About this role

Do you love to be outside, stay active, play games and laugh a lot? We are looking for enthusiastic and energetic individuals to join our team! As a part of the camp team, staff will enjoy the challenges, triumphs, opportunities, responsibilities, laughs, rewards and fun that make up each energizing and unique day at camp! This is a part time, non-benefited position, 30-40 hours per week and limited to 960 hours in a fiscal year (June-July).  Must be available during June 17 - August 7, 2020.

Why Join our Department?

• Our staff are devoted to creating a fun, safe and positive summer camp experience.
• Our Values; Respect, Creativity, Integrity, Transparency and Inclusivity.
   

What You Bring:

• Energy and Enthusiasm!
• Experience and passion for working with children.
• Experience working in summer camps.
   

Who You Are

• You have a strong work ethic, customer service skills and works well with others.
• You have good judgment and make good decisions in a variety of situations.
• You are able to communicate well with your co-workers and supervisors.
   

What You’ll Do

• Lead age appropriate activities and lead, purposeful, planned and spontaneous PLAY!
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Daily interaction with parents and children.

 

What We Offer

• A TON of leadership skills! You will develop your leadership and management skills as you learn to work cooperatively with other staff members, teaching and fostering positive child development throughout the summer.
• Create lasting friendships and memories! You will feel a personal sense of accomplishment and importance as you become a mentor and role model in the lives of children.
• Build your resume! Career benefits as a camp staffer include development of essential management and communication skills. 

 
Recreation Specialist II (ages 18 & up or High School graduate):
Plan and lead creative games, arts and crafts, songs and science activities. Ability to chaperone ten children on off campus trips.  Exhibits initiative in planning activities and addressing concerns or problems that may arise.
 

Are You Interested? Apply.

Application can be found on our website at www.cityofsanmateo.org or at our Recreation Centers:

• Beresford Recreation Center, 2720 Alameda de las Pulgas, 94403
• King Community Center, 725 Monte Diablo Ave., 94401

Submit online at www.calopps.org or submit to Jennifer Wilson in person at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center.  Contact number is 650.522.7473 or jwilson@cityofsanmateo.org.

Application materials will be screened on a continuous basis.

Open Until Filled OR Upon receipt of the first 100 applications, whichever occurs first

Fine Print The policy of the City of San Mateo is to grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual preference, marital status or national origin.  It is the intent and desire of the City of San Mateo that equal employment opportunity will be provided in recruiting, hiring, training, promoting, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment

We invite applications for the position of:

Recreation Specialist I

 $15.45 per hour

Must be 16 by June 1, 2020

 

The City of San Mateo Parks & Recreation Department is looking for enthusiastic, crafty, creative and energetic individuals to join our summer camp team!

About this role

Do you love to be outside, stay active, play games and laugh a lot? We are looking for enthusiastic and energetic individuals to join our team! The Recreation Specialist I is our entry level position within the Recreation Specialist series.  Typically, applicants will have little or no experience.  Applicants who have completed the City of San Mateo’s Leaders in Training program or equivalent series are desired.  As a part of the camp team, staff will enjoy the challenges, triumphs, opportunities, responsibilities, laughs, rewards and fun that make up each energizing and unique day at camp! This is a part time, non-benefited position, 30-40 hours per week and limited to 960 hours in a fiscal year (June-July).  Must be available during June 17 - August 7, 2020.

Why Join our Department?

Our staff are devoted to creating a fun, safe and positive summer camp experience.

Our Values; Respect, Creativity, Integrity, Transparency and Inclusivity.
 

What You Bring:

• Energy and Enthusiasm!
• Experience and passion for working with children.
• Ability to obtain a work permit valid through August 7, 2020.

 

Who You Are

• You have a strong work ethic, customer service skills and works well with others.
• You have good judgment and make good decisions in a variety of situations.
• You are able to communicate well with your co-workers and supervisors.

 

What You’ll Do

• Work closely with Recreation Specialist II and III’s in daily camp planning and implementation with children grades K-5.
• Lead age appropriate activities.
• Provide excellent customer service.

 

What We Offer

• A TON of leadership skills! You will develop your leadership and management skills as you learn to work cooperatively with other staff members, teaching and fostering positive child development throughout the summer.
• Create lasting friendships and memories! You will feel a personal sense of accomplishment and importance as you become a mentor and role model in the lives of children.
• Build your resume! Career benefits as a camp staffer include development of essential management and communication skills. 

 
Recreation Specialist I (ages 16 & 17, not yet a High School Graduate):
Core responsibilities of this position are taught while working and include presenting a positive image to children and parents; be dependable and prompt while showing good judgement and safety skills within assignment. 
 

Are You Interested? Apply.

Application can be found on our website at www.cityofsanmateo.org or at our Recreation Centers:

• Beresford Recreation Center, 2720 Alameda de las Pulgas, 94403
• King Community Center, 725 Monte Diablo Ave., 94401

Submit online at www.calopps.org or submit to Jennifer Wilson in person at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center.  Contact number is 650.522.7473 or jwilson@cityofsanmateo.org.

Application materials will be screened on a continuous basis.

Fine Print The policy of the City of San Mateo is to grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual preference, marital status or national origin.  It is the intent and desire of the City of San Mateo that equal employment opportunity will be provided in recruiting, hiring, training, promoting, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment

 

 

 

We invite applications for the position of: Recreation Program Specialist

Recreation Program Specialist $22.75-$27.15

 

The City of San Mateo Parks & Recreation Department is looking for enthusiastic, caring, creative and energetic individuals to join our summer camp team!

About this role

Do you love to have fun? We are looking for enthusiastic and energetic individuals to join our team! As a part of the camp team, staff will enjoy the challenges, triumphs, opportunities, responsibilities, laughs, rewards and fun that make up each energizing and unique day at camp!  We are seeking a highly skilled program designer who can perform in a highly independent manner and serve as a trainer and mentor to lower level staff.  This is a part time, non-benefited position, 30-40 hours per week and limited to 960 hours in a fiscal year (June-July).  Must be available during June 17 - August 7, 2020.

Why Join our Department?

• Our staff are devoted to creating a fun, safe and positive summer camp experience.
• Our Values; Respect, Creativity, Integrity, Transparency and Inclusivity.
   

What You Bring:

• Energy and Enthusiasm!
• Ability to create and implement new ideas into an existing program.
• Experience and passion for working with children.
• Education and background in Recreation, Child Development or a related field.
   

Who You Are

• You have a strong work ethic, customer service skills and works well with others.
• You have good judgment and make good decisions in a variety of situations.
• You are able to communicate well with patrons, co-workers and supervisors.
• Highly organized individual who can schedule staff, trips and parent communications.
   

What You’ll Do

• Plan, implement and supervise programs.
• Motivate, mentor and guide your assigned staff members.
• Supervise participants on and off site at field trip locations.
• Initiating and creating daily activities that entice youth.
• Provide excellent customer service.

 

What We Offer

• Become a natural leader! You will develop your leadership and management skills as you learn to work cooperatively with other staff members, teaching and fostering positive child development throughout the summer.
• Create lasting friendships and memories! You will feel a personal sense of accomplishment and importance as you become a mentor and role model in the lives of children.
• Build your resume! Career benefits as a camp staffer include development of essential management and communication skills. 

 

Are You Interested? Apply.

Application can be found on our website at www.cityofsanmateo.org or at our Recreation Centers:

• Beresford Recreation Center, 2720 Alameda de las Pulgas, 94403
• King Community Center, 725 Monte Diablo Ave., 94401

Submit online at www.calopps.org or submit to Jennifer Wilson in person at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center.  Contact number is 650.522.7473 or jwilson@cityofsanmateo.org.

Application materials will be screened on a continuous basis; however first round selection deadline will be April 15, 2020.

Open Until Filled OR Upon receipt of the first 100 applications, whichever occurs first

Fine Print The policy of the City of San Mateo is to grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual preference, marital status or national origin.  It is the intent and desire of the City of San Mateo that equal employment opportunity will be provided in recruiting, hiring, training, promoting, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment

ABOUT THE POSITION

The City of Redwood City’s Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department is looking for Recreation Leaders and Assistant Camp Directors who are interested in working 25-40 hours per week during the summer, planning, organizing and conducting basic recreation activities in a variety of settings selected by the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department.   

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to the following: 

Recreation Leaders:

• Plan, organize and conduct recreation activities for youth.
• Lead a variety of recreation activities which may include, but are not limited to: arts and crafts, organized games, sports, drama, social recreation and music/singing activities.
• Supervise recreation participants, insuring that proper safety precautions are observed in assigned activities and free play.
• Maintain and care for equipment; prepare activity calendars, bulletin boards, lesson plans and/or coaching strategies as appropriate to help promote and plan recreation activities effectively.
• Assist in organizing, promoting, directing and staffing special events.
• Report to supervisors orally and in writing.
• Complete assigned paperwork, such as timecards, attendance reports and/or incident and accident reports.

• Follow Departmental and Citywide rules and regulations as they relate to the supervision of recreation participants and general work procedures.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Assistant Camp Directors:

• Assist with developing meaningful training to prepare summer staff for their role as leaders.
• Assist the Camp Director in the day to day operation of camp, which includes camp planning of activities, field trips, parent communication, and may consist of opening and closing of camp.
• Oversee pre and post care when available at camp
• Provide superior customer service experience to campers, families, and volunteers including returning phone calls in a timely manner and communication via email.
• Attend all training and staff meeting
• Display a high level of motivation, integrity, customer service and professionalism
• Perform all related Recreation Leader duties and responsibilities as assigned
• In the absent of the Camp Director, fill in at that role.

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

The Town of Colma 

Invites you to apply for the Summer Opportunity of

Recreation Leader

Join our team! 

This is a great opportunity to make a difference in your community, build relationships and work in a team environment.  If you like working with school age children, this job is for you! 

You will enjoy: 

• Helping in organizing and leading activities for children during our Summer Day Camp Program. 
• Leading weekly field trips and excursions. 
• Work with awesome people! 

You may be assigned to organize, lead and coordinate a wide variety of indoor and outdoor recreation activities at parks, playgrounds and community centers including after-school programs, teen center, day camps, play groups, special events, and senior events. As you gain experience may guide recreation activities of children, teens and adults.

Work is "casual part-time" and is scheduled as needed and without guaranteed of a certain number of work hours, or a routine schedule.   May be terminated with or without cause at any time.

Are you ready to Apply:

Visit : https://www.calopps.org/town-of-colma by March 10, 2020.

The Town of Colma invites your application for the position of 

Facility Attendant

(Casual Part Time) 

 

Join our team! 

This is a great opportunity to make a difference in your community, build relationships and work in a team environment.  If you looking for flexible work schedule, this job is for you! 

You will enjoy: 

• Greeting and assisting Town visitors with great customer service . 
• assisting and overseeing people using the facilities. 
• Work alongside of awesome people! 

You may be assigned to serve as a receptionist for Town’s recreation facilities and is responsible for greeting residents and visitors, registering class participants, processing rentals, explaining rules for facility usage, efficient preparation and taking down of equipment at Town facilities; assist and oversee people using the facilities; attend and participate in weekend and evening activities as assigned. 

And 

• Open and secure facilities
• Prepare and distribute Town of Colma identification cards; verify residency
• Set-up equipment needed for classes, meetings and private parties
• Clean up facility; provides janitorial services
• Collect fees
• Issue and collect equipment
• Maintain order and discipline
• Report injuries and accidents
• Supervise volunteers and court referral workers
• Complete reports and refund forms
• Perform routine clerical tasks
• Respond appropriately to emergencies including the application of basic first aid
• Exhibits and encourages behavior that is consistent with the Town’s risk management program and decreases risk of accident or injury to self, employees, residents, visitors and their property
• Perform other duties as assigned

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

Any combination of work experience, training and education that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities.  Typical ways to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education and Training:   Possession of a high school diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience: Work experience performing custodial work.

Licenses and Certificates: 

• CPR/First Aid certificates required or achievable within 60 days of hire. 
• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles. 

and

Knowledge of:

• Modern Office Technology (Computer, phone, copier, etc)
• Principles and practices of customer service
• CPR/First Aid
• Equipment, methods and procedures used in custodial activities and semi-skilled activities

Ability to:

• Represent the Town in a positive manner
• Establish, maintain and foster cooperative working relations with others from diverse backgrounds, including elected officials, co-workers and the public effectively and with courtesy, in person, via e-mail and over the phone
• Follow written and oral instructions and procedures
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, by using proper English grammar, spelling and punctuation
• Learn and interpret specific rules and policies and apply them with good judgment
• Understand and work effectively with the public
• Oversee large groups
• Deal effectively with a wide variety of personalities in situations requiring diplomacy, friendliness, poise and tact
• Learn Recreation software
• Lead participants on group outings and field trips
• Work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends
• Work independently
• Solve most work problems independently, referring unusual situations and questions to supervisor especially those matters regarding policy decisions
• Perform janitorial and light maintenance duties

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

These functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Speak clearly and understandably
• Review reports and correspondence quickly and accurately
• Report to work at any hour of day or night as required by disaster or other emergency situation
• Use dexterity and vision necessary to operate computer equipment with a high degree of productivity
• Intermittently twist to reach equipment in their work area
• Perform simple grasping and fine manipulation
• Operate basic office equipment (i.e. telephone, copier, calculator, etc.)
• Safely lift up to 50 pounds
• Speak, read and understand the English language sufficiently to successfully receive/provide information to/from the public, co-workers, supervisors, etc.
• Perform duties on a regular and consistent basis
• Perform all duties listed on the job description except those determined to be incidental

Familiarity with computers, modern technology and customer service required . 

Are you ready to Apply:

Visit : https://www.calopps.org/town-of-colma and apply immediately, first review of application is March 10, 2020.

 

 

The Town of Colma

Invites you to Apply for the position of:

SENIOR RECREATION LEADER

(Part/Time Casual)

JOIN OUR TEAM!

If you are looking for a position that will allow you a flexible work schedule and the ability to use your creativity and people skills? Then this may be the job for you!

The Recreation Department of the Town of Colma is recruiting for a part-time Senior Recreation Leader for immediate hiring who will enjoy exercising creativity, working with Children and Seniors. The Ideal candidate will be available to work year-round, a varied work schedule, including Days, Evenings and Weekends.

Senior Recreation Leaders assist Recreation Coordinators and the Recreation Manager with the Town’s daily recreation activities and programming, including supervision of recreation programs for children, adults and senior citizens. Recreation Leaders do not receive Town benefits and have an “at will” status.

You’ll enjoy duties such as:

• Planning, organizing, leading and conducting a wide variety of indoor and outdoor recreation activities at our park, playground and community centers including after-school programs, teen center, day camps, play groups, special events and senior events.
• Guiding recreation activities for children, teens and adults.
• Actively managing children’s playground activities.
• Ensuring that needed supplies and equipment are inventoried and on hand.
• Setting up and taking down recreational and facility equipment.
• Enrolling participants in recreation activities utilizing computer system.
• Assisting residents with facility bookings and entering reservations in computer system.
• Maintaining communications with parents of participants
• Supervising and directing recreation leaders in daily tasks
• Attending staff meetings.
• Performing light janitorial and maintenance duties.
• Applying basic first aid.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skill and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

• Fifteen semester college units.
• Two years of experience in a recreation field.

INCLUDING:
Characteristics:

• Great with children.
• Leadership.
• Safety-oriented.
• Effective communicator.

Knowledge of:

• Methods of organizing, conducting and supervising recreational programs.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Modern information technology including various computer applications.
• CPR/First Aid practices.

Ability to:

• Plan, organize and conduct recreation programs for children.
• Represent the Town positively.
• Exercise excellent customer service skills including patience and professionalism at all times.
• Deal effectively with a wide variety of personalities in situations requiring diplomacy, friendliness, poise and tact.
• Speak and write clearly.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Work a varied schedule including some weekends and evenings.
• Operate basic office equipment.
• Learn Recreation Department Software.
• Establish and maintain effective, harmonious working relationships.
• Understand and work effectively with the public, especially children.
• Learn and interpret specific rules and polices and apply them with good judgment.
• Perform light janitorial and maintenance duties, safely lift up to 30 lbs.
• Attain CPR/First Aid certification within 60 days of hire.

For more information and to immediately apply, please visit CalOpps.org at: https://www.calopps.org/town-of-colma  

First review of applications March 13, 2020.

A town employment application must be submitted though calopps.org to apply.

The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process.  The information included in this job announcement may be changed at any time and does not constitute an express or implied contract.

The town will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise the personnel department of such needs at the time of application.

All employees hired by the town of Colma must be legally authorized to work in the united states and will be required to produce certain documents verifying such information.

The Town: 

The Town of Colma, Known worldwide as the “City of Souls,” is the smallest city in San Mateo County with 1,600 residents - and 1.5 million “souls”. However, Colma is more than just 16 cemeteries. Colma’s commercial buildings make a distinguished architectural statement resulting from design standards that encourage Spanish-Mediterranean motifs. Colma boasts an old-world charm all its own, from its brickpaved residential streets and ornamental street lamps to its restored historical museum and railroad depot located at its 5,500 square foot Community Center. Sterling Park Recreation Center, which is the location for the after-school children’s program, has a basketball court, playground, large grassy field and multi-purpose room. Within its 2 square mile boundaries, the Town enjoys a strong sales tax base with two shopping centers, one of Northern California’s most complete collections of car dealerships, and a card room. There are two BART stations nearby.