Recreation Assistant IV- Human Services

Carson Group; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Carson is seeking Recreation Assistant IV to support a wide range of community programs in the Human Services Division. The role involves supervising seniors, working with participants with disabilities, and teaching sports to youth, at city facilities and during events.

Ideal candidates are patient, friendly, and compassionate, with strong organizational and first aid skills. This is a part-time/temporary, at-will position with up to 960 hours per year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-like pathway: completion of 30 semester units in recreation or related field.
• Leadership experience in a variety of recreation activities.
• Willingness to supervise and support diverse community programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing and supervising established recreation programs and activities.
• Organize holiday and vacation programs.
• Assist in supervising part-time personnel at recreation centers.

Skills

Supervision principles

Sports & group activities

Recreation program rules

First aid

Education

30 semester units in recreation or related field

Job description

THE POSITION

The City of Carson is now accepting applications for Recreation Assistant IV (Human Services Division) positions. Job posting is open continuous until filled*.

Human Services offers programming for people of all ages and abilities. Specific duties may include supervising seniors in social settings and during fitness activities, working with people who have disabilities through Therapeutic Recreation or the Stroke Center, and teaching sports fundamentals to children as young as two. This position also requires assistance at citywide special events. The ideal candidate is patient, friendly, trustworthy, and compassionate.

These positions are part-time/temporary, at-will (FLSA: Non-Exempt) positions that are limited to a maximum of 960 hours per fiscal year. Part-time employees are not typically eligible for benefits; however, they may qualify for health coverage and sick leave accruals subject to applicable federal and state provisions.

Job Summary

Under general supervision, supervise various recreational programs; and perform related duties as required.

Essential Duties

(These functions are representative and may not be present in all positions in the class. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind related duties and work assignments.)

• Assists in organizing and supervising established recreation programs and a variety of other recreational activities such as youth and adult programs and sports leagues, tournaments, clubs, special events, excursions, and free play activities at various City facilities as needed.
• Organizes holiday and vacation programs.
• Assists in supervising part-time personnel assigned to a recreation center.
• Collects registration fees and maintains accurate records of monies received.
• Assists in recruiting and training seasonal part-time and volunteer personnel.
• Administers first aid.

Qualifications

A typical way to obtain the requisite qualifications to perform the duties of this class is as follows:

Education And/or Experience

Equivalent to completion of thirty (30) semester units at a recognized college with a major in recreation or related field and approximately one (1) year of leadership experience in a variety of recreation activities.

Knowledge Of

• Principles of supervision.
• Sports, games and group activities.
• Rules, practices and equipment used in diversified recreation program.

Skill And/or Ability To

• Learn and apply first aid and safety techniques.
• Organize recreational activities for varied segments of the community.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

License And Certificates

Possession of Valid California Class C driver's license and must be insurable by the City's insurance carrier. Possession of a valid American Red Cross Standard First Aid certificate is desirable.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Positions in this class normally:

• Require standing, stooping, reaching, and bending.
• Require mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate small objects.
• Require lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects which may weigh 40 pounds and up to 60 pounds.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Applications will be screened and evaluated for relevant training and experience. Applications must be complete and include any and all required documents. Only those applicants determined to be among the most qualified may be invited to participate in the recruitment process, which will consist of the following sections:

• SME review, no weight
• Selection Interview, 100%

The Human Resources Department reserves the right to adjust, modify, delete and/or change the above exam types and/or weights. Supplemental questionnaires are used to evaluate applicant’s indicated abilities with the ideal candidate profile. The Human Resources Department reserves the right to invite those amongst the highest scoring to the next phase of the recruitment.

NOTE: Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and qualifying candidates will be interviewed and considered for employment on a "first come-first served" basis. Candidates interested in these positions are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The City of Carson is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and strive to build collaborative teams that reflect the rich diversity of our community.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, registered domestic partner status, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, age (40 and over), military and veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to equal opportunity and compliance with all applicable employment laws. Join us and be part of cultivating a workplace that values and celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion!

Accommodation For Applicants With Disabilities

Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact the City of Carson Human Resources Department at [phone] at least five (5) business days prior to the scheduled examination date. If you need an accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please reach out to us as early as possible.

APPOINTMENT

Any offer of employment, or acceptance of an employment offer, is contingent upon passing live scan, pre-employment physical and other required tests. All new employees are required to take a loyalty oath.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice. All statements made on the job application are subject to investigation and/or verification. Inaccurate and/or false statements will be cause for disqualification, removal from the eligibility list or discharge from employment.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

This recruitment is open.

City Of Carson Summary Of Employee Benefits

AFSCME - Part-Time

• Contribution made by Unit member only with no employer contribution.

PARS Retirement

• 3%@60 Formula – Employees hired before May 6, 2011.
• 2%@55 Formula – Classic Members hired on or after May 6, 2011.
• 2%@62 Formula – New Members hired on or after January 1, 2013.

Other

• Employees pay the full Employee Member Contribution on a pre-tax basis.
• 1959 Survivors Program - level 4

Medical Insurance (Eligible Unit Members)

• The City contracts with CalPERS for medical benefits, which offers employees a choice of various HMOs and PPOs.
• The City shall pay the required monthly minimum of $143.00 towards the monthly health insurance premium.
• For unit members who have eight (8) years or more of consecutive service with the City and currently working 1,000 hours or more per fiscal year, the City provides an optional benefits package (medical and vision) and, effective May 26, 2016, the City provides an additional $314.00 per month to be used towards these optional benefits for employee and eligible dependents.

Sick Leave

• Paid sick leave shall accrue at the rate of one (1) hour for each 30 hours worked to a maximum of 24 hours per year.
• Unit members shall be entitled to use accrued paid sick time beginning on the 90th day of employment, defined as sick leave accrual and usage.
• Paid sick leave shall be taken in increments of not less than one (1) hour.

Holiday Pay

Unit members will receive holiday pay only if they are scheduled to work during the pay period in which the holiday falls. Effective calendar year 2012, unit members will receive five (5) hours of holiday pay for each of the following holidays:

• New Year's Day
• Memorial Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day.