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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 the aide assists in planning, organizing, and implementing preschool programming for children ages 3-5 years old. Program hours are M-F PM 8:30am – 1:00pm and/or MWF 8:30am - 1:00pm. Approximately 15 – 30 hours a week. Substitute and floating positions also available 8:30am - 1:00pm. 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

The following duties are essential to the success of this position:

• Ability to develop, coordinate, plan, implement and supervise the day-to-day activities, themes, and special events for an ongoing summer day preschool classroom.
• Create and maintain a safe, challenging, and creative classroom environment.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service and communicate effectively with co-workers, parents, and preschoolers.
• Supervise, direct, and motivate preschoolers as well as colleagues with a positive attitude.
• Maintain registration, attendance, and activity records; ensure the proper pick-up/drop-off of preschoolers. 
• Encourage good behavior, appropriate manners, and active play by both staff and preschoolers. 
• Possess strong leadership skills in one or more of the following areas: arts, crafts, sports, playground games, drama, songs/music, nature, or special events.
• Ability to lead groups of preschoolers in various activities.
• Motivate staff and preschoolers through example.
• Must be a team player and have the ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Create and maintain a positive environment.
• Practice proper hygiene, with self and children, to deter the spread of disease (colds, flu, etc).
• Enthusiasm and motivation.
• Respond professionally to emergencies, provide care according to the level of training.
• Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
• The ability to speak English clearly and understandably.
• Perform related duties as required.

TRAINING & EXPERIENCE: Any combination of education, training, and experience, which likely provides the required knowledge and abilities.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS: Candidates receiving a conditional job offer must pass a pre-placement fingerprint review. Candidate must provide a TB negative test result document. Candidates must possess a current CPR/AED and First Aid certificate and be comfortable calling 911 in an emergency.

Facilities Attendant

(Two positions available)  

Part-Time/Temporary – No Benefits Available

(Maximum hours worked per fiscal year not to exceed 1,000 hours)

$14.00 - $18.96 per hour, depending on experience

 

 

Open Until Filled:  Apply by Friday, August 20, 2021 for first consideration

 

The City of San Rafael Library and Recreation Department is now accepting applications for the position of Facilities Attendant (two part-time/temporary positions available).  This position provides customer service to renters and program participants while assisting with the supervision of front counter/reception area, set up and breakdown equipment for scheduled activities, custodial and cleaning including but not limited to emptying trash, vacuuming, cleaning windows, cleaning restrooms, etc.; opening and securing facility before and after building use and interacting with instructors, clients, and the general public.  Bilingual in Spanish is desired. 

Qualifications:

• Ability to provide good customer service to instructors, clients, and the general public.
• Ability to use a variety of cleaning equipment and materials.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in English.
• Ability to follow written and oral directions.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and some holidays.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Application and Selection Process:

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  To file an application on-line, go to www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “San Rafael”.  Follow this link to submit your application:    https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20148872

Office Aide

$20.50 - $25.60 per hour – depending upon experience

Temporary/Part-Time/No Benefits

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Apply by Friday, August 20, 2021, for first consideration

 

THE POSITION:

The Library and Recreation Department is looking to a part-time temporary clerical position (20 hours per week).  Specific needs of this department are candidates with exceptional communication skills, ability to deal directly with the public and work with diverse populations.  Bilingual is preferred.

This position performs the following essential job duties:

• Providing clerical support to the Library and Recreation Department
• Record keeping
• Filing
• Greeting customers
• Answering telephones
• Registering clients for classes
• Entering facility reservations
• Performs related duties as required

To be eligible for this position you must have knowledge of:

• Microsoft Office
• Standard office administrative practices and procedures
• Operation of common office equipment

To be eligible for this position you must have the ability to:

• Prepare and maintain records and files.
• Perform clerical work & administrative tasks.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Answer telephones and in person customer inquiries courteously and efficiently.
• Perform routine clerical duties.
• Operate computer software.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent AND
• Two (2) years related experience and/or training OR
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
• Bilingual is preferred

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS: 

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  To file an application, go to:  www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.   Select “San Rafael”.  Follow this link to apply:   https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20148816

 

POSITION:  Recreation Leader III (Rentals)

DEPARTMENT:  Parks and Recreation / Recreation Division

SHIFTS AVAILABLE:  Hours vary, but typical hours are:

Monday through Friday (approximately) 5:00 pm- 9:00 pm

Saturday & Sunday (approximately) 9:00 am – 2:00 am

HOURLY RATE: $18.64 - $22.66 per hour

The City of South San Francisco is a General Law city with a population of 68,000 residents that grows to 110,000 during business hours. South San Francisco is strategically located on the west shore of the San Francisco Bay, in northern San Mateo County, 10 miles south of San Francisco. This City is also located along the Bay Area's main transportation routes, including 101, 280, Caltrain, BART, San Francisco Bay Ferry, and the San Francisco International Airport.

The City of South San Francisco is a full-service city with 12 City Departments including Police; Fire; Parks and Recreation; Public Works; Economic and Community Development; City Attorney; Library; Finance; Information Technology; Human Resources; City Clerk; and Office of the City Manager.  The City has a Council-City Manager form of government with more than 460 full-time regular employees.

The City of South San Francisco proudly remains The Industrial City, a reflection of its steel mill and ship building past.  In recent years, the City has been redefined to reflect the innovative, entrepreneurial and industrious spirit, which has made South San Francisco the Biotech Capital of the World.

South San Francisco’s biotechnology cluster is the largest in the world, with roughly 45,000 life science workers, 200 biotech companies, and over 12 million square feet of office/R&D facilities – with an additional 9 million square feet of new R&D facilities in the development pipeline. 

South San Francisco enjoys a high quality of life with an extensive public parks system, active library and learning programming and a dynamic, engaged community making South San Francisco a great place to live, learn, work and play. 

THE DEPARTMENT

The Parks and Recreation Department is the third largest department in the City and is organized by program area, with each program administered by a supervisor, coordinator, or specialist. The Parks and Recreation Department is composed of a Director and 22 full-time management positions. The department is comprised of the Recreation, Community Services, Parks, Facilities and Common Greens divisions. The Recreation Division consists of seven program areas, including Aquatics, Classes, Cultural Arts, Childcare, Senior Services, Sports and Rentals. 

We are seeking motivated individuals who can work independently with minimal direction for weekend special events and rentals at the Newark Community Center. Work is performed under the direction of the Recreation Coordinator. Candidates will prepare the Newark Community Center for weekday and weekend rentals with event setup, take-down, and event monitoring throughout your shift.

Essential Functions:

Prior to Rental & Setup

• Turn off alarm
• Turn the computer on; check email for messages
• Turn on A/C or Heater System
• Set up tables and chairs
• Put plastic bags in garbage cans, and place them throughout the room (be sure the front of the garbage cans are clean)
• Sweep/clean front entrance steps and wheelchair ramp
• Sweep/clean outdoor patio area
• Confirm that the rooms downstairs are locked as well as any other doors not in use
• If time allows, clean glass doors
• Meet the renter upon arrival.  Welcome them and go over the information that applies at that time

During Rental

• Periodically check restrooms and restock toilet paper and paper towels as necessary
• Clean up restroom floors of debris
• Periodically check the garbage cans and if full, replace with another can with a clean liner
• Periodically walk the facility to check on rental, including the kitchen (make sure the renter and/or caterer understands no food scraps down the kitchen drains)

After the rental & cleanup

• Encourage the renter to clean up on time. It takes a minimum of 1 hour to clean up the room
• Confirm that all tables and chairs are cleaned
• Turn off the handicap auto door button switch
• Check off the cleanup facility sheet with the customer
• If there will be any additional charges due to lateness, broken items, etc. advise the renter that our office will be in touch
• Thank the renters and encourage them to come again
• Turn off A/C or heater system
• Lock all inside doors, including kitchen
• Set the alarm (if janitors are inside the building, let them know you are leaving and remind them to set the alarm

* Other duties as assigned

 

Hours: 480 hours in a minimum of 12 weeks. The selected candidate for each season (Spring, Summer or Fall) will work under the supervision on weekdays between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.  

The City of Sunnyvale Department of Library and Recreation Services is seeking an Intern to assist with marketing projects (e.g. Activity Guide, fliers, social media), the production of special events (e.g. Hands on the Arts Festival, State of the City, Family Fall Fest) as well as assist in other work areas as needed (Arts – Gallery, Pottery Studio and Theatre; Youth, Teen, Adult and Senior recreation programming; Sports and Aquatics programming, Facility/Field Rentals and Customer Service Desk/Registration).

Supervision Received and Exercised
Receives general direction from the Recreation Services Coordinator 2 in the Department of Library and Recreation Services. This position may act as a lead with community members.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

 

(May include, but are not limited to, the following):

• Creates marketing material to promote the Recreation Services recreation and social services programs successfully
• Maintains, enhances and provides content for social media pages on Facebook, Instagram and NextDoor
• Plans logistics for special events, including communicating with committee staff members, volunteers, vendors, artists and performers; ordering and organizing supplies and attending planning meetings and discussions
• Tracks and keep record of special event supply purchases
• Implements Special Events, including greeting the public and answering questions; helping with set-up and clean-up; and supporting vendors, partners, artists and performers by addressing equipment, technical, and other needs
• Performs a wide variety of task such as writing program descriptions, proofreading/editing marketing content, taking photos or selecting imagery to be used in marketing campaigns
• Prepares reports and presentations for Arts Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission or Library Board of Trustees
• Researches similar events in the Bay Area and beyond and suggests best practices 
• Learns to follow all City standards related to branding and writing (Associated Press style), or as otherwise directed, and meet deadlines
• Represents the division at community outreach events (such as fairs, special events, etc.) by promoting recreation services programs and services
• Assists the Recreation Services Division with additional duties as assigned

Professional Development Opportunities: 

• Develop experience in special event planning and production
• Apply internet research skills and gain experience in social media marketing
• Improve writing skills through a variety of communication mediums (formal correspondence, marketing materials, web content)
• Gain experience in marketing programs and activities
• Gain exposure and experience in program planning in arts, sports, aquatics, youth, teens and older adult recreation
• Expand professional network in producing events

Education and Experience
The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program with a major in Recreation, Parks, Tourism, Hospitality, Marketing/Communications, Visual Arts, Performing Arts or Theater Arts
• Courses or experience in marketing, event planning, recreation, parks, tourism, visual or performing arts, theater or pottery.

For complete position details, please visit the City of Sunnyvale's website at Sunnyvale.ca.gov.

 Electronic applications may be submitted on-line through the City's employment page at Sunnyvale.ca.gov, Search: Jobs.

 

The City of Campbell announces an employment opportunity for:

Pre-School Teacher's Aide

Recreation & Community Services Department

Salary Range:  $15.00 to $17.50 per hour DOQ

Part-Time, Temporary Non-Benefited position

Schedule:  Vacancies in multiple classrooms, hours will vary between 8:30-12:30PM weekdays

Closing Date:  Open Until Filled

The Position: The Recreation and Community Services Department seeks a Teacher’s Aide to assist in the pre-school classroom. Campbell Recreation Pre-School builds fundamental cognitive, emotional, social, and physical skills for children ages 3 to 5. Classes are held September through May at the Campbell Community Center.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with set-up and clean-up of classroom and preparation of art projects
• Greet children upon their arrival and check children out as they leave
• Supervise children in the playground area to ensure safe, injury-free play
• Set up and/or put away playground activities
• Assist teacher in providing a safe, positive, and fun class conducive to learning
• Other duties as assigned, which will vary by classroom and teacher

Qualifications:

• Training and/or experience working with children in a structured classroom setting
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and teachers
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position which requires standing, bending, sitting (including sitting on the floor and in small chairs at children’s level)
• Ability to keep basic records and perform basic arithmetic calculations

Selection Process: The most qualified applicants as determined by a screening of applications will be invited to participate in an interview. Selections will be made from the results of the interview. Selection is contingent upon a pre-employment fingerprinted criminal history records check and the ability to provide verification of authorization to work in the United States.

How To Apply:    You may apply online through www.calopps.org and submit a cover letter to Recreation Supervisor, Lauren Council via email at laurenc@campbellca.gov.

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