What are the responsibilities and job description for the YOUTH & ADULT SPORTS SUPPORT - WEEKNIGHTS & WEEKENDS (RECREATION LEADER SPECIALIST III-V-N/C) position at City of Long Beach?
Come join the City of Long Beach! Our Community Recreation Services Bureau, in the Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine, is seeking amazing Recreation Program Leaders to assist with the Sports Program.
The Youth & Adult Sports Programs offer year-round sports. The Youth Sports program focuses on developing fundamentals and good sportsmanship. Youth Sports Officials provide officiating in ball hockey, basketball, indoor soccer, t-ball, baseball, softball, flag football and volleyball. Adult Sport programming will focus on gym management, record and scorekeeping as well as support to officials in Basketball, Volleyball, Baseball and Softball. (Must have working knowledge of sports, either leading/coaching a team or playing on a team.)
These positions can be filled at the following levels, depending on qualifications:
RECREATION LEADER SPECIALIST III – $ 16.97 / hour
RECREATION LEADER SPECIALIST IV – $ 17.53 / hour
RECREATION LEADER SPECIALIST V – $ 18.32 / hour
The Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine is a nationally recognized and award-winning organization with 1,100 full-time/part time staff and a budget of $85 million. The Department oversees facilities and programs that reflect the needs and interests of a culturally diverse community, including: 170 parks with more than 3,200 acres devoted to open space and recreation, 27 community centers, 3 public pools, 6 miles of beaches, and 3 marinas.
The Department provides free and fee-based recreational programs and leisure opportunities, both self-directed and organized, for people of all ages and cultures. Youth programs include free youth sports for ages 5 to 14 serving nearly 10,000 participants annually, summer and vacation day camps, 2,100 recreational and educational classes, sailing and aquatics instruction, teen center activities, skateboarding opportunities, and supervised afterschool and weekend activities at parks and schools. In addition, approximately 12,000 youth participate in non-Department sports leagues that utilize park facilities.
Non-Career employees are allowed a maximum of 1,600 work hours available over a 12-month period, and are considered temporary, at-will employees who are not typically eligible for benefits. However, non-career employees may qualify for health coverage and sick leave accruals subject to applicable federal and state provisions.
- Officiate assigned youth games in department-offered sports including basketball, ball hockey, indoor soccer, t-ball, baseball, softball, flag football, and volleyball, with an emphasis on fundamentals and good sportsmanship.
- Support Adult Sports programming through gym and field management, record and scorekeeping, and assistance to game officials in basketball, volleyball, baseball, and softball.
- Prepare and maintain courts and/or fields for play, including setup, breakdown, and cleanup duties.
- Monitor and regulate games in accordance with program rules and procedures, including completing all required paperwork and scorekeeping.
- Ensure rosters, attendance, and required documents are submitted and maintained according to department guidelines.
- Maintain, distribute, and oversee proper use of sports equipment and supplies.
- Communicate clearly with participants, parents, and staff regarding schedules, rules, and program updates.
- Attend all required staff meetings, in-service trainings, and development sessions.
- Ensure the safety, supervision, and well-being of all participants at all times.
- Follow the department's dress code and maintain a professional appearance.
- Uphold the Department’s Code of Conduct and maintain a positive and enthusiastic attitude while working with participants, staff, and community members.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by lead staff and/or supervisors.
- Must have working knowledge of sports, either leading/coaching a team or playing on a team.
- Must be at least 16 years of age (if under 18, must have valid permit to work).
- Must have access to reliable transportation to and from work and between game sites.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weeknights and weekends, at various park locations.
- Experience working with youth in recreation programs, sports, and/or other related areas is desirable.
- Ability to work with to children, parents and staff (school and agency).
- Ability and willingness to adapt to a changing environment.
Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements, including submission of all required attachments, will not be considered.
The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.
The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act.
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In support of the City’s Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.
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