What are the responsibilities and job description for the RECREATION LEADER I (Part-Time) position at City of National City?
National City’s multicultural population, mild climate, and central location make National City a great place to live and work. The City takes great pride in its rich history and traditions, diverse cultures, dynamic and progressive atmosphere, strong community spirit, schools, neighborhoods, and vibrant business districts. National City, San Diego County’s second oldest city, is truly “In the center of it all.” National City is 10 minutes from everywhere and positioned for prosperity, with proximity to the San Diego Bay, the US-Mexico border, downtown San Diego, the international airport, rail, San Diego State University, and other colleges and universities. National City is circled by interstates 5 and 805, and highways 54 and 15. For more information on the City of National City, please visit our website at: www.nationalcityca.gov
THE JOB:
Under general supervision, to perform assigned tasks in professional recreation work involved in conducting a wide variety of City-sponsored activities at an assigned playground or recreational area; and perform related duties as required.
Assists groups or classes in music, dance, dramatics, arts and crafts, team and individual sports, and various other social and recreational programs; provides leadership in athletic activities; directs and maintains discipline in indoor and outdoor play areas; observes necessary precautions to ensure the safety of recreation participants and spectators; renders first aid in cases of minor injury; maintains records; and performs other duties as required.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
- At least seventeen (17) years of age
- No experience is necessary
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS IN: The rules and skills involved in one or more recreational activities; objectives and methods of recreation programs; methods of enlisting the support, interest, and participation of children and adults; good physical condition.
ABILITY TO: Maintain discipline among children engaged in play; present written and oral reports; work cooperatively with others.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment.
Salary : $18 - $21