Part Time Recreation Leader II - Family Services, Family Resource Centers & Community Centers

The City of Anaheim Community Services Department is seeking Recreation Leader II’s. This is a part-time position averaging 20 hours per week, however, no minimum number of hours is guaranteed. Hours may include weekends, evenings, and some holidays. 

One (1) year of experience performing duties comparable to a Recreation Leader I is required. Recreation Leader I is the entry-level class in the Recreation Leader Series. This position, Recreation Leader II, is the second level of the Recreation Leader Series.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:  

This is the full journey-level class in the Recreation Leader series. This position requires a specific knowledge of and interest in sports, arts and crafts, education, leisure activities for youth and/or adults, and or community center and facility maintenance and operations.  This class is distinguished from the Program Specialist in that the latter is responsible for all program planning, staff supervision, and administration for a particular recreational program area. An employee may be promoted from Recreation Leader I to Recreation Leader II without qualifying through the competitive process. Placement within the series is subject to department needs and an incumbent’s qualifications.

The following functions are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed functions and/or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Monitor facility use; troubleshoot participant and facility users concerns; ensure facility set-ups are safe, properly set-up, and meet the facility user needs. 
• Maintain a safe program environment for participants, facility users, and staff; care and maintain all equipment issued; inform supervisor when there are hazards or when equipment needs replacing. 
• Prepare facilities, including sports fields, youth care centers, and community centers, for programs and services; clean up facility at conclusion of event, rental, or program.
• Communicate with parents and school site staff regarding programs. 
• Plan, organize, implement, lead, and assist in one or more recreation program, activities, and/or systems at one or multiple sites; plan, evaluate, and schedule programs. 
• Provide direction to Recreation Leader I's and other part-time staff and volunteers; assign tasks and duties and monitor performance. 
• Coach and officiate youth sports games; set-up and take down tables, chairs, sporting and gymnastics equipment, and other equipment and materials. 
• Assist customers at the front desk and on the telephone with questions or concerns regarding recreation programs and services and facility rentals; register customers for classes and facility rentals using Department registration and facility software; resolve enrollment and facility rental issues. 
• Assist customers at concession counter; oversee the collection, recording and depositing of all monies received.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Experience: One year of experience performing duties comparable to a Recreation Leader I in the program to which assigned.

 Knowledge of: 

• Basic principles of employee and volunteer supervision and training. 
• Principles, practices, and service delivery needs related to the program area(s) to which assigned. 
• Procedures for planning, implementing, and maintaining a variety of recreation and leisure activities and programs; recreational, cultural, age-specific, and social needs of the community. 
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, codes, and guidelines related to the program area and facilities to which assigned. 
• Recreation site management and oversight. 
• Safety principles and practices, including basic first aid and adult and/or child cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) methods; applicable safety precautions and procedures related to the program area(s) and facilities to which assigned. 
• Principles and practices of basic public relations techniques. 
• Principles and procedures of record keeping, cash handling, and report preparation. 
• Business arithmetic and statistical techniques. 
• Modern office practices, methods, computer equipment and computer applications. 
• English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation. 
• Techniques for effectively dealing with individuals of various ages, various socio-economic and ethnic groups, and effectively representing the City in contacts with the public. 
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors and City staff.

Ability to: 

• Plan, oversee, implement, and coordinate assigned recreation program operations and activities, as well as staff, contractors, and volunteers. 
• Plan and prepare recreation activities, reports, and other related program materials. 
• Understand the organization and operation of recreation programs and facilities necessary to assume assigned responsibilities. 
• Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations. 
• Work independently while supervising facilities and user groups. 
• Deescalate conflict.
• Understand, interpret, and apply facility use policies and procedures. 
• Provide courteous assistance to facility patrons. 
• Lift and move tables and chairs and arranging facilities for community events and/or meetings. 
• Handle rescues, medical emergencies and injuries in a calm and effective manner, including providing basic first aid and adult and/or child cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). 
• Maintain facilities and equipment in a clean, safe, and secure manner. 
• Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and software programs. 
• Maintain accurate logs, records, and basic written records of work performed. 
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing. 
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines. 
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

License/Certification Required:

• Certain positions may require possession of a valid California Driver's License by date of appointment. 
• Positions assigned to certain programs may also require CPR certification. 
• Must be able to obtain a work permit prior to appointment if under the age of 18.

Note: Possession of a current (less than two years) tuberculosis clearance slip by date of appointment. Fingerprinting at the time of hire is a state-mandated requirement for all employees having direct contact with minors.

Applications will be accepted until Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 5:00PM. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applications will not be accepted after this deadline.

The selection process will consist of a minimum of skills examination and oral interview.
  
  The eligibility list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill the current and/or additional vacancies throughout the City.

  Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for this position.  Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration.  Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.  
 
  The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening).  The City of Anaheim utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.
 
  Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application.  Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary : $18 - $18