What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Leader position at City of Chula Vista?
Description And Essential Functions
To organize, coordinate and lead various recreational activities at a variety of City recreational facilities, which may include community centers, ball fields and gymnasiums; and to perform related duties as assigned.
This recruitment is for a part-time, non-benefited position limited to 919 hours of employment in a fiscal year (July 1 through June 30) with an average of less than 30 service hours per work week. Unclassified hourly employees are paid on an hourly basis and shall not be eligible for benefits nor be subject to Civil Service Rules. Although hourly employees are at-will, they are still subject to all other City policies and procedures.
Essential Functions
Functions may include, but are not limited to, the following: organize and lead activities at a public recreational facility; direct games, sports, craft activities and special events; provide information about recreation programs to the public; develop interest and participation in recreation programs; advise patrons of regulations governing the use of a recreational facility; register patrons for classes and/or activities and take facility reservations; conduct broad-scope social and cultural activities for all age levels; officiate, coach and instruct field, court and table games; teach fundamentals of play and sportsmanship; issue and maintain equipment and supplies; prepare outside sport fields; supervise facilities and program participants; ensure the safety of participants and staff; administer first aid; assist in operations and maintenance of a recreational facility such as cleaning and mopping; may train, assign work and oversee other part-time staff; collect and account for program registration, facility reservations and monies received; keep routine records; complete forms, prepare reports and compile statistical information; build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service; perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of education and/or experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be one year of experience working with youths and/or adults in a structured recreation program and training equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by college courses at an accredited college or university.
License or Certificate: American Red Cross certification in First Aid and CPR must be attained within 90 days of hire.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of: basic objectives of recreational activities; principles of good customer service; skills involved in various sports, games and group activities; English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation; computer equipment and software applications related to assignment. Ability to: follow written and oral instructions; maintain discipline and safety practices; work various schedules including mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, holidays and split shifts as required by the work assignment; operate computer equipment and software applications related to assignment; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
On a continuous basis, stand and walk while supervising participants and monitoring facilities inside and out; intermittently bend, stoop, stretch, squat, kneel, twist at the waist and extend arms above and below the shoulders while modeling various recreational activities; safely lead and interact with participants in active recreation, games and group activities; push, pull and/or lift equipment which may weigh up to 60 pounds; twist and reach for office equipment while sitting at a desk; use a computer keyboard; verbal ability to communicate in person and by telephone; see in the normal vision range with or without correction; hear in the normal range with or without correction. Work is performed indoors and outdoors; the performance of outdoor work requires exposure to a variety of weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, intense sun); exposure to potentially hazardous substances and chemicals and work on slippery or uneven surfaces. Indoor work is performed in a variety of environments with natural or artificial lighting and moderate to high noise levels. Work is frequently disrupted by the need to respond to in-person and telephone inquiries.
Additional Information
Recruitment No. 26760302
To be considered, applicants must submit a City Application by 12:00 p.m. on the closing date listed. Candidates whose application indicate education and experience most directly related to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. The eligibility list established as a result of this recruitment will be for a duration of six (6) months, unless otherwise extended. All notices will be sent via e-mail.
RETIREMENT
Part-time/temporary employees participate in the Public Agency Retirement System (PARS). This is in lieu of PERS or Social Security (although employees do contribute to Medicare). The City and the Employee each contribute 3.75% of the employee's salary to the PARS.
SICK LEAVE
Part-time/temporary employees shall accrue sick leave pursuant to the Health Workplace, Health Family Act of 2014 (AB 1522).
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The supplemental questionnaire is used to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this position. Please answer each question accurately and thoroughly. To be considered for this position, the experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of your Employment Application. Failure to complete the "Work History/Experience" section of the employment application will result in your application not being considered. Please do not refer your response to your resume. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications.
Education
Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?
Experience
Do you have experience working with youth and/or adults in a structured recreation program?
If yes, which of the following best describes your experience working with youth and/or adults in a structured recreation program?
Note: Full-time or part-time experience refers to paid experience.
If you indicated full-time or part-time paid experience in Question 4 above, which of the following best describes the length of your experience working with youth and/or adults in a structured recreation program?
Note: Calculation of experience is based on full-time, 40-hour work weeks. Part-time experience must be pro-rated. Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours per week is equivalent to six months of experience. In addition, hours worked in excess of 40 hours per week will not be credited. Example: Twelve months of experience at 60 hours per week is equivalent to one year, not one and one-half years.
Briefly describe your experience working with youth and/or adults in a structured recreation program.
Your Response Must Include ALL Of The Following Information
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Working Conditions
Recreation Leader is an unclassified/hourly position with no benefits.
Are you willing to accept a part-time position with no employment benefits?
Work Schedule
The Recreation Leader work schedule may change on a long or short-term basis at any time as needed for coverage, and may include days, evenings, or weekends.
Are you willing and able to work on a flexible schedule which may include evenings and weekends?
Recreation Leaders work in various programs and/or divisions. There are various shifts throughout the day.
Please review the following options and mark the box(es) that signify your availability.
Certifications
Which of the following certification(s) do you possess?
Note: Certificates must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
Miscellaneous
Please Select The Area(s) You Are Interested In Working
The Recreation Leader position may be assigned to any facility and/or area within the City of Chula Vista.
Please mark all facilities and/or areas you are interested in working:
APPLICANT'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT - NOTIFICATION VIA ELECTRONIC MAIL (E-MAIL)
The City Of Chula Vista's Human Resources Department Uses Electronic Mail (e-mail) To Notify Applicants Of Important Information Relating To The Status And Processing Of Your Application. We Do So As Part Of Our Ongoing Efforts To Increase Operational Efficiency, Promote The Conservation Of Green Resources, And Minimize Delays And Costs. Therefore, As An Applicant, You Are Hereby Advised Of The Following
To organize, coordinate and lead various recreational activities at a variety of City recreational facilities, which may include community centers, ball fields and gymnasiums; and to perform related duties as assigned.
This recruitment is for a part-time, non-benefited position limited to 919 hours of employment in a fiscal year (July 1 through June 30) with an average of less than 30 service hours per work week. Unclassified hourly employees are paid on an hourly basis and shall not be eligible for benefits nor be subject to Civil Service Rules. Although hourly employees are at-will, they are still subject to all other City policies and procedures.
Essential Functions
Functions may include, but are not limited to, the following: organize and lead activities at a public recreational facility; direct games, sports, craft activities and special events; provide information about recreation programs to the public; develop interest and participation in recreation programs; advise patrons of regulations governing the use of a recreational facility; register patrons for classes and/or activities and take facility reservations; conduct broad-scope social and cultural activities for all age levels; officiate, coach and instruct field, court and table games; teach fundamentals of play and sportsmanship; issue and maintain equipment and supplies; prepare outside sport fields; supervise facilities and program participants; ensure the safety of participants and staff; administer first aid; assist in operations and maintenance of a recreational facility such as cleaning and mopping; may train, assign work and oversee other part-time staff; collect and account for program registration, facility reservations and monies received; keep routine records; complete forms, prepare reports and compile statistical information; build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service; perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of education and/or experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be one year of experience working with youths and/or adults in a structured recreation program and training equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by college courses at an accredited college or university.
License or Certificate: American Red Cross certification in First Aid and CPR must be attained within 90 days of hire.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of: basic objectives of recreational activities; principles of good customer service; skills involved in various sports, games and group activities; English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation; computer equipment and software applications related to assignment. Ability to: follow written and oral instructions; maintain discipline and safety practices; work various schedules including mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, holidays and split shifts as required by the work assignment; operate computer equipment and software applications related to assignment; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
On a continuous basis, stand and walk while supervising participants and monitoring facilities inside and out; intermittently bend, stoop, stretch, squat, kneel, twist at the waist and extend arms above and below the shoulders while modeling various recreational activities; safely lead and interact with participants in active recreation, games and group activities; push, pull and/or lift equipment which may weigh up to 60 pounds; twist and reach for office equipment while sitting at a desk; use a computer keyboard; verbal ability to communicate in person and by telephone; see in the normal vision range with or without correction; hear in the normal range with or without correction. Work is performed indoors and outdoors; the performance of outdoor work requires exposure to a variety of weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, intense sun); exposure to potentially hazardous substances and chemicals and work on slippery or uneven surfaces. Indoor work is performed in a variety of environments with natural or artificial lighting and moderate to high noise levels. Work is frequently disrupted by the need to respond to in-person and telephone inquiries.
Additional Information
Recruitment No. 26760302
To be considered, applicants must submit a City Application by 12:00 p.m. on the closing date listed. Candidates whose application indicate education and experience most directly related to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. The eligibility list established as a result of this recruitment will be for a duration of six (6) months, unless otherwise extended. All notices will be sent via e-mail.
RETIREMENT
Part-time/temporary employees participate in the Public Agency Retirement System (PARS). This is in lieu of PERS or Social Security (although employees do contribute to Medicare). The City and the Employee each contribute 3.75% of the employee's salary to the PARS.
SICK LEAVE
Part-time/temporary employees shall accrue sick leave pursuant to the Health Workplace, Health Family Act of 2014 (AB 1522).
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The supplemental questionnaire is used to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this position. Please answer each question accurately and thoroughly. To be considered for this position, the experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of your Employment Application. Failure to complete the "Work History/Experience" section of the employment application will result in your application not being considered. Please do not refer your response to your resume. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications.
- I have read and acknowledge the instructions stated above.
Education
Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?
- Bachelor's degree
- Associate's degree
- Some college level course
- Completion of GED/High School
- Currently in High School
Experience
Do you have experience working with youth and/or adults in a structured recreation program?
- Yes
- No
If yes, which of the following best describes your experience working with youth and/or adults in a structured recreation program?
Note: Full-time or part-time experience refers to paid experience.
- Full-time or part-time
- Volunteer, unpaid
- No Experience
If you indicated full-time or part-time paid experience in Question 4 above, which of the following best describes the length of your experience working with youth and/or adults in a structured recreation program?
Note: Calculation of experience is based on full-time, 40-hour work weeks. Part-time experience must be pro-rated. Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours per week is equivalent to six months of experience. In addition, hours worked in excess of 40 hours per week will not be credited. Example: Twelve months of experience at 60 hours per week is equivalent to one year, not one and one-half years.
- Three or more years of experience working in a structured recreation program
- At least one year but less than three years of experience working in a structured recreation
- Less than one year of experience working in a structured recreation program
- No experience
Briefly describe your experience working with youth and/or adults in a structured recreation program.
Your Response Must Include ALL Of The Following Information
- Name of your employer;
- Your title;
- Type of facility (recreation center, senior center, sports complex, etc);
- Length of experience (number of years);
- Type of employment (indicate if full-time, part-time, internship, or volunteer); and
- Brief description of duties.
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Working Conditions
Recreation Leader is an unclassified/hourly position with no benefits.
Are you willing to accept a part-time position with no employment benefits?
- Yes
- No
Work Schedule
The Recreation Leader work schedule may change on a long or short-term basis at any time as needed for coverage, and may include days, evenings, or weekends.
Are you willing and able to work on a flexible schedule which may include evenings and weekends?
- Yes
- No
Recreation Leaders work in various programs and/or divisions. There are various shifts throughout the day.
Please review the following options and mark the box(es) that signify your availability.
- Available any shift
- Morning, Monday to Friday
- Afternoon, Monday to Friday
- Evening, Monday to Friday
- Morning, Saturday and Sunday
- Afternoon, Saturday and Sunday
- Evening, Saturday and Sunday
Certifications
Which of the following certification(s) do you possess?
Note: Certificates must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
- American Red Cross Certificate - First Aid
- American Red Cross Certificate
- None of the above
Miscellaneous
Please Select The Area(s) You Are Interested In Working
- After school programs
- Older adult services
- Recreation centers
- Sports (adults)
- Sports (youth)
- Therapeutics
- Youth camps
The Recreation Leader position may be assigned to any facility and/or area within the City of Chula Vista.
Please mark all facilities and/or areas you are interested in working:
- Heritage Center
- Loma Verde Center
- Montevalle Center
- Norman Park Senior Center
- Otay Center
- Parkway Center
- Salt Creek Center
- Veterans Park Center
- Adult Sports
- Mobile Recreation
- Community/Outreach Events
APPLICANT'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT - NOTIFICATION VIA ELECTRONIC MAIL (E-MAIL)
The City Of Chula Vista's Human Resources Department Uses Electronic Mail (e-mail) To Notify Applicants Of Important Information Relating To The Status And Processing Of Your Application. We Do So As Part Of Our Ongoing Efforts To Increase Operational Efficiency, Promote The Conservation Of Green Resources, And Minimize Delays And Costs. Therefore, As An Applicant, You Are Hereby Advised Of The Following
- Ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. Do not share email addresses. Spam or other filters should be adjusted to accept our emails. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails, i.e., for the non-delivery of email or if you fail to check your email-box on a timely basis, etc.
- Read any notices we send carefully and in a timely manner. Follow further instructions, if any. We recommend that you print and keep a hard copy of our notices for your records.
- I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to the above
- Required Question