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Job Summary

The City of San Dimas is seeking an enthusiastic team player for its Recreation Specialist position.  Under direction of the Recreation Coordinator, this position will assist with planning, coordinating, promoting and implementing Kids Fun Club Day Camp program.

Representative Duties

Duties include, but are not limited to:

1. Assisting with planning, organizing, promotion and supervision of daily operation and programs for Kids Fun Club Day Camp.
2. Maintaining accurate records.
3. Communicate effectively, orally and in writing with general public, service partner representatives and other City departments.
4. Completion of reports.
5. Limited supervision of part-time personnel and volunteers.
6. Monitoring maintenance of facility.
7. Preparing and planning for daily activities, excursions and special events.
8. Other duties as assigned.

Statement of Non-Discrimination

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)

JOB SUMMARY

Under supervision, Recreation Leaders are responsible for coordinating and conducting a variety of youth recreation activities, and providing general supervision of children or teens at a summer camp, playground program, sports program and special event.  Recreation leaders must be available Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Tuesdays 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. and weekends and additional hours as assigned.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

1. Responsible for planning, organizing, supervising, and executing a variety of games, sports and crafts for children of various ages.
2. Provide customer service to the public as needed.
3. Responsible for the general safety and well-being of the children at the assigned playground.
4. Assist the department at other special recreation events as assigned.
5. Perform other related duties as required.

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)