Recreation Leader II

City of South Gate; South Gate (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of South Gate is seeking a part-time Recreation Leader II to organize and supervise a variety of community programs for adults and youth. This temporary, at-will role involves leading activities, coordinating events, answering public inquiries, and ensuring safe, enjoyable experiences for participants.

Responsibilities include class leadership, materials management, and assisting with custodial and light maintenance tasks in park facilities.

Qualifications

• Six months of paid or volunteer youth experience or one year of college credit in related fields.
• Six months of paid or volunteer adult-program experience or one year of college credit in related fields.
• Six months of landscape, maintenance, or facility work or one year of college credit.

Responsibilities

• Lead classes and activities, organize events, and supervise program sessions.
• Issue, check, and store materials; answer public inquiries and perform clerical duties.
• Supervise playground activities; ensure park rules and safety; assist with custodial tasks.
• Perform grounds and maintenance tasks as required.

Skills

Youth Program

Adult Program

Grounds/Maintenance

Education

Youth program experience / college credit

Adult program experience / college credit

Grounds maintenance experience / college credit

Job description

THIS IS PART-TIME, TEMPORARY, AT-WILL EMPLOYMENT.

THIS POSITION DOES NOT QUALIFY FOR FULL TIME BENEFITS.

May work up to 29 hours per week, up to a maximum of 960 hours in a fiscal year.

Organizes, conducts and supervises a variety of recreational programs and activities; supervises park activities and may perform maintenance of parks and recreation facilities.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This class is distinguished from Recreation Leader I by its ability to perform the required duties with only general supervision. It may be responsible for recreation program work including the organization and instruction of various programs and activities; supervising activities, cleaning, preparing and maintaining recreation facilities; completing landscape maintenance and providing lead direction to others.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of a Recreation Coordinator or other assigned Supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

May provide lead direction over assistants, volunteers or Recreation Leaders I.

Essentials functions may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by the incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; and reasonable accommodations will be made as required. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Recreation Leader II (Adult & Youth Programs)

• Lead classes, programs and activities and participate in the organization and conduct of special events.
• Complete the issuing, checking and storage of various materials, supplies and memberships; answer telephones and questions from the public and perform routine clerical duties.
• Assists with supervision of the overall activities of the playground or other sites; observes and monitors activities of participants to ensure that park rules and regulations are followed, and that equipment is used in a safe manner.
• Perform related duties as required.

Recreation Leader II (Grounds and Maintenance)

• Perform routine custodial and maintenance tasks including set ups for classes and events; cleans recreational facilities including rooms, floors and restrooms; assists with landscape maintenance tasks.
• Performs related duties as required.

QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

Education and/or Experience

Recreation Leader II (Youth Program)

A minimum of six (6) months of paid or volunteer experience working with children or youth; presentation of games, sports, arts or crafts in a recreational setting OR one (1) year of college credit in child development, recreation, or related field is required. Possession of American Red Cross C.P.R. and First Aid cards is desirable and required within 6 months of hire date.

Recreation Leader II (Adult Program)

A minimum of six (6) months of paid or volunteer experience working with adults; presentation of games, sports, arts or crafts in a recreational setting OR one (1) year of college credit in kinesiology, physical education, recreation, or related field is required. Possession of American Red Cross C.P.R. and First Aid cards is desirable and required within 6 months of hire date.

Recreation Leader II (Grounds and Maintenance)

A minimum of six (6) months of paid or voluntary experience working in landscape, construction, or facility maintenance is OR one (1) year of college credit in facility management, maintenance management or related field is required. Possession of a valid California Driver's License may be required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of: recreation activities, arts, crafts, sports and aquatics, basic custodial procedures or landscape maintenances depending on assignment.

Depending on assignment, ability to: organize, lead, teach and supervise games, sports and activities; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, participants, instructors and the general public; lead and coordinate activities with others; ensure safe behavior and use of equipment; read, complete basic math problems and follow oral instructions; complete custodial and landscape work; work varied hours.

California Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Pull Notice System

An incumbent appointed to this position is subject to enrollment in the California DMV Pull Notice Program. The Pull Notice program provides information on the incumbent's driving record and Driver's License status on a periodic basis to the City of South Gate. An employee assigned a City vehicle must acknowledge receipt and understanding of City Administrative Regulations covering the use of City vehicles.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, run, sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet while in the office, and moderately loud when in the field.

Hiring of Relatives

Relatives of existing employees by blood or marriage will not be eligible for employment with the City if potential supervision, safety, security, or morale problems exist; or if potential conflicts of interest exist. Relatives include an employee's parents, children, spouse, brothers, sisters, in-laws, and step relationships.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of South Gate is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws, it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, religion, disability (mental or physical), medical condition, genetic characteristic or information, sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, or pregnancy), sexual orientation (including homosexuality, bisexuality, or heterosexuality), or military or veteran status in its employment actions, policies, procedures, or practices.

The City of South Gate

The City of South Gate is a busy urban community consisting of residential, commercial, and industrial development, spread over 7.41 square miles. It is currently ranked the 59th largest city in California with a population of approximately 97,000. Strategically located along the 710 freeway, the City is just 12 miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles.