Recreation Leader

City of Colton; Colton (CA); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 30.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

City of Colton Community Services Department is seeking team players to support after-school programs, classes, events, and other community activities. Candidates should be cheerful, customer-service oriented, and able to work in diverse indoor/outdoor environments.

Responsibilities include assisting in recreational activities, setting up rooms, handling registrations and payments, and ensuring safety and quality service. Must be able to communicate clearly in English and work with the public.

Formación

• Enrolled in high school or GED for under 18.
• Minimum of 3 months experience in customer service, events, or facilitating recreational activities.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in a variety of recreational activities.
• Perform light park and facility maintenance or custodial duties.
• Set up rooms for programs and reservations.
• Provide exceptional customer service in person and by phone.
• Process payments and registrations per city policy.
• Inspect facilities for safety.
• Use good judgment in addressing program or customer service issues.
• Maintain prompt and regular attendance.
• Perform related duties as required.

Conocimientos

Customer service

Communication

English proficiency

Educación

HS Diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

The City of Colton Community Services Department is looking for enthusiastic team players who will be responsible for bringing Play to the community through after-school programs, classes, special events, and other community activities. Individuals shall have a cheerful disposition, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to work in a diverse community atmosphere and in indoor and outdoor environments.

The closing date is November 17th, 2026, or when 60 applications are received, w h whichever comes first.

Qualified candidates will receive an email to attend the Recreation Assessment and instructions for the assessment that is scheduled for Tuesday, December 8, 2026.

DESCRIPTION

Under close, direct supervision, assists in a variety of recreation activities at a community center, park, playground, recreational area or another city sponsored program/special event.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Participate and assist in a variety of recreational activities.
• Perform light park and/or facility maintenance and custodial duties.
• Set up rooms for programs and facility reservations.
• Provide exceptional customer service both in-person and via telephone.
• Process payments and registrations according to the City cash-handling policy.
• Inspect facility for safety.
• Use of good judgment in dealing with program or customer service issues.
• Maintain prompt and regular attendance.
• Perform related duties as required.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of training and experience, which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities, is qualifying. A typical way to obtain this knowledge and abilities would be:

Education: Enrolled in and attending High School or General Education Equivalent for candidates under 18 years of age. A High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) is required for candidates 18 years of age and older.

and

Experience: A minimum of three (3) months experience in customer service, special events, or facilitating recreational activities, volunteer experience, or closely related area.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 16 years of age or older (Minimum legal requirements for working minors including a work permit).
• Possession of a valid California Identification card, or School I.D. card. Possession of a valid class "C" California Driver's license is desired.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification is required within three (3) months of the time of appointment.
  • If you already possess one, please upload copy to application

Knowledge of

Recreational programming for various age groups; basic customer service principles and techniques.

Ability to

Communicate clearly, concisely, and in an effective manner both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, subordinates and the public; follow written and oral instructions given by upper level staff or supervisors; wear appropriate attire or uniform in a presentable manner; be a source of accurate information; facilitate indoor and outdoor activities for participants of all ages and abilities; positively represent the City of Colton in demeanor and work ethic; read, write, and speak English; handle interruptions while dealing with the staff, customers, and the public.

PHYSICAL TASKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Performance of assigned duties and responsibilities may include prolonged standing, sitting, walking on level or unleveled surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting up to 30 pounds, and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. Near and far vision for reading written documents and in the observation of participants. Acute hearing for providing service to the public or assisting in facility, classroom, or outdoors.

Working Conditions

Indoors and outdoors, which may require exposure to various temperatures, and work on slippery or uneven surfaces. Indoor work is performed in a variety of environments with natural and artificial lighting and moderate to high noise levels.

This job specification should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify essential functions and requirements of the job. Not all incumbents may perform all duties at all times. However, incumbents must be able to perform the essential duties, with or without accommodation for disability at any time while holding this position.

Recruitment and Selection Process

Candidates that successfully complete this process will have their names certified to an eligibility list good for one (1) year.

This list will be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur.

The provisions of this announcement do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.