Recreation Aide - Extra Help

City-of-Oxnar; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Oxnard's Cultural and Community Services Department seeks Recreation Aides to join our team. Under general supervision, the Recreation Aide provides on-site supervision, assists with programs and events, and supports activities in sports, arts, and community services.

Positions operate at various locations with flexible schedules; these are non-exempt extra-help roles not eligible for benefits. Applicants must be at least 16, have completed the 8th grade, and may obtain First Aid/CPR

Qualifications

• Completion of the 8th grade is required.
• Applicants must be 16 years of age or older.
• Ability to supervise participants and communicate clearly in English.
• First Aid/CPR certification to be obtained within six months of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct program support and instruction to participants.
• Supervises groups of children, teens, and adults in programs and day camps.
• Assists staff with sports, games and events and maintains equipment.

Skills

On-site supervision

Program assistance

Group supervision

Communication

Education

Completion of the 8th grade

16 years of age or older

Tools

Microsoft Office

G Suite

Job description

The City of Oxnard's Cultural and Community Services Department is seeking Recreation Aides to join our team! Under general supervision, the Recreation Aide provides on-site and tour supervision and/or instruction for programs and special events, and support for a variety of programs and activities in the areas of sports, cultural arts, interpretive and adaptive services, and other related parks, recreation, culture, arts, and community programs and services.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Recreation Aide classification allows the incumbent to develop journey-level knowledge and abilities. Initially under closer supervision, incumbents learn and perform a variety of duties related to recreational and human services programs and activities. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and may perform duties requiring a broader and more detailed understanding of recreation and human services program operations, and have the responsibility for supervision and training of assigned personnel.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED

General supervision is provided by a Cultural and Recreation Analyst or higher-level recreation program personnel. A Recreation Aide may provide functional and technical supervision to subordinate recreation leaders or volunteers.

WORK SCHEDULE

These positions work various schedules and at various locations throughout the city of Oxnard and Port Hueneme. These positions may be required to be available to work additional hours as needed to respond to workload needs. These positions are non-exempt under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act and are eligible for overtime pay for hours worked in excess of 40 in a given workweek.

PLEASE NOTE

Extra-Help positions are expected to last no more than 960 hours. Under the terms of the City's benefits plan and policies, this position is not eligible for benefits due to the short duration of employment. In this position, employment with the City of Oxnard is at will, and those selected for temporary placement retain the option, as does the City of Oxnard, to end employment at any time, with or without notice and with or without cause.

All Positions

• Provides direct program support for specific recreation and human services activities; provides direct instruction or training to program participants.
• Supervises groups of children, teens, and adult participants in recreation and human services programs or day camps; dispenses equipment; maintains equipment and facilities.
• Assists recreation staff in conducting sports, games, and events; assists participants during these activities.
• Performs administrative tasks such as filling out paperwork and answering telephones; responds to questions and concerns from the public and from program participants; provides information as appropriate and resolves concerns.
• Performs other related duties as is necessary.

Youth and Adult Sports

• Officiates athletic competition and signals participants or other officials to make them aware of infractions or to otherwise regulate play or competition.
• Keeps track of event times, including race times and elapsed time during game segments, starting or stopping play when necessary.

Recreational Classes/Afterschool Programs

• Teaches specialized arts and crafts programs; provides specialized recreation and/or education programs.
• Provides instruction on various sports, social, and lifesaving skills, as well as in graphic and web design techniques.

EDUCATION

• Completion of the 8th grade
• 16 years of age or older

EXPERIENCE

• Possess the equivalent of six months of voluntary or paid recreation program experience

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS

• A valid First Aid/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate must be obtained within six months of appointment
• Obtain a Mandated Reporter Training Certificate within six months of appointment

For Recreation Aides assigned to the Afterschool program

• Provide current Tuberculosis (TB) test results prior to the first day of employment

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to communicate in English effectively both orally and in writing

Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation. Extra Help employees are 'at-will' and are not provided any benefits other than those required by state or federal law.

For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools (G Suite), therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.

Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and the development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.

Employees are required to participate in the City’s direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability, or sexual orientation.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for people/individuals with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

LEGAL REQUIREMENT

On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781 dhs.gov/e-verify

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Vivian Morales at [e-mail].

NOTE

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.