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PRNS is currently hiring for multiple Recreation Program Specialist vacancies in both its Recreation and Community Services (RCS) Division and its Parks Division. 

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for developing a variety of recreation activities and community service programs. The position requires recreation programming experience and supervision of a team of recreation staff responsible for delivering programs and services that meet the needs of a population located within a given community center area or citywide.

NOTE: Some positions may require working early mornings, late evenings, and/or weekends.

Recreation Program Specialists may be responsible for:

• Planning, coordinating, and conducting recreation events and programs
• Recruiting, supervising, training and evaluating part-time staff
• Communicating regularly with internal and external stakeholders including program participants, community groups, school districts, and community based organizations
• Conducting regular meetings with program and community center staff

Participating in the preparation and operation of program budgets
 
PRNS has Recreation Program Specialist vacancies in the following program areas:

Almaden Lake Regional Park

Almaden Lake offers leisure classes, camps, special events as they relate to sports, nature, science and other community interests.

Typical Duties for this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Recruits, supervises, trains, and evaluates part-time staff and volunteers.
• Researches market trends for recreational activities increasing in popularity in order to implement at their given parks.
• Establishes recreation classes, including negotiating, and contracting with instructors and other service providers, setting class fees and charges, acquiring adequate facilities and evaluating programs and classes.
• Participates in the preparation and implementation of the budget for their assigned area. Secures supplies and equipment for programs.
• Maintains financial records of fees collected; prepares reports, proposals, and various letters and memos. Conducts registrations as needed.

San José Out-of-School-Time

San Jose Out of School Time programs offer enrichment, healthy recreation, developmental assets, homework assistance, safety and fun for afterschool care of students.

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Developing and communicating programmatic information and policies, including print materials
• Providing technical assistance in the forms of program evaluations, sharing of quality standards and best practices
• Immediately addressing safety concerns within youth programs
• Coordinating contract development to ensure program operation (school district, facility use forms, bus contracts, open purchase orders, requests for qualifications) 
• Monitoring and management of existing contracts and grant agreements, including tracking expenses, completing monthly reports, and auditing program compliance

Citywide Rentals and Reservations

The Recreation Program Specialist supporting Citywide Rentals and Reservations oversees and coordinates rentals and public usage of City owned facilities.

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Interacting with residents, community groups, and agencies such as schools, the probation department, police department, community-based organizations, and other recreation departments to identify and determine the leisure and human service needs of the population being served.
• Securing supplies and equipment for programs.
• Maintaining financial records of fees collected; preparing reports, proposals, and various letters and memos; and conducting registrations as needed.
• Conducting monthly meetings providing facility rental information to all rental coordinators located at community centers.

Recreation Specialist (Part Time)

Recreation Department

$22.07 – $27.74 hourly (20-25 hours per week) without benefits

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Priority Screening:  Friday, March 8, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.

Immediate need is in the following programs but not limited to:

Cultural Arts

Monday – Friday, 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. plus weekends as needed;

 hours may vary depending on Special Events and Theater Productions

ABOUT THE POSITION

The City of Gilroy is recruiting for one (1) part-time Recreation Specialist with the Cultural Arts program.  This position is responsible for helping to coordinate Arts related special events and Theater productions, provide assistance with projects for the Arts & Culture Commission and Public Art Committee, and assist with outreach and administration of new and current Arts contractors. This individual would also provide support with the Early Childhood Recreation program and its staffing, and would further support Volunteer events and recruitments.

The main goal of the Recreation Department is to offer excellent recreation programs that provide community members with a wide-range of opportunities to celebrate life and community through people, parks, programs, and special events which are delivered by a team of employees dedicated to offering quality recreational, social, and cultural services to all Gilroy residents.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under general supervision of a Recreation Supervisor or Recreation Coordinator, plan, organize, and direct the physical, recreational, and social activities of assigned recreation programs.  Program areas include, but are not limited to:  Aquatics, Adaptive (special needs), Adult and/or Youth Sports such as organized leagues or classes, After School Program, Cultural Arts, Facility Attendant, Senior Center, Special Events, Summer Camps, Theater, and Youth Center/Youth Services.  This position may be a full-time position, year round part-time position, or a seasonal position. This classification is distinguished from the Recreation Coordinator classification based upon the required education and experience and range/scope of work assigned.  Further, this is an entry-level, paraprofessional position supporting the Recreation Department.

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THE POSITION: The City of Campbell is currently recruiting for a School Crossing Guard position.

Be an important member of a successful team of individuals committed to the safety of school children in our community. School Crossing Guards work approximately 20 hours per week during the regular school year. School Crossing Guards are assigned to designated locations in the City of Campbell assisting elementary and junior high school students to safely cross the streets.

SALARY: $14.00-$16.00 Hourly

HOURS: 20 Hours per week

TYPICAL DUTIES: • Assist school children to safely cross streets • Report crimes, violations, accidents, or injuries • Assist the public

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • Must be at least 18 years of age • Must have ability to get transportation to different post locations in Campbell • Must not have any dangerous criminal convictions • Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions and procedures • Must be able to communicate clearly with city personnel, pedestrians and motorists • Must be able to work different shift hours, and all school year • Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions • Must have a sense of responsibility for the safety of children.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS: Please complete a City of Campbell Employment Application or online through www.calopps.org. Applications are available at www.cityofcampbell.com/hr or in person at Human Resources 70 N. First Street, Campbell, CA 95008 (City Hall, Upper Level). Successful completion of a background investigation will be required prior to being hired. The City of Campbell will provide all safety equipment and uniforms. For more information about the Crossing Guard Program and details about this employment opportunity, call the City of Campbell HR Department at (408) 866-2705 or email: salinaf@cityofcampbell.com. The City of Campbell 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 Campbell upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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