Seasonal Aide

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

Job summary

The City of Carson is seeking part-time Seasonal Aides to support its Community Services, Recreation, and Park Maintenance programs. Work involves officiating events, field prep, and assisting with citywide programs, with hours limited to 960 per fiscal year.

These entry-level, at-will positions provide hands-on experience and opportunities to develop workplace skills while helping youth and residents participate in sports and events across the city.

Qualifications

• Completion of formal education sufficient to read and write at the level required.
• Applicant must be 16 years old to apply.
• Knowledge of sports, games and group activities; first aid and safety.

Responsibilities

• Officiate or score-keep youth and league games (T-ball, flag football, soccer, basketball).
• Prepare fields and gyms for games.
• Assist with setup and breakdown of park programs and events.
• Assist with general cleaning of facilities and grounds.
• Provide basic office support (organizing, scanning, filing).
• Assist with customer surveys for park programs and events.
• Serve as parking lot attendant for programs and events.
• Patrol park grounds, enforce rules and municipal codes.
• Notify supervisor of hazards or safety concerns.

Skills

Follow instructions

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

Age 16+

Job description

*Job posting is open continuous until filled*

The City of Carson is now accepting applications for the part-time Seasonal Aides classification. These positions are available throughout our Community Services, Recreation, & Park Maintenance Department and offers a great opportunity for individuals ages16 and older who want to gain hands‑on experience, support community programs, and develop valuable workplace skills. This entry‑level, part‑time role offers a chance to be involved in recreational activities, sports, and special events throughout the city while making a positive impact in your community.

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 to perform a variety of routine and repetitive manual or recreational duties on a seasonal basis and to perform related duties as required.

(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.)

1. Officiate and/or score keep clinic division T‑Ball, flag football, soccer and basketball games.
2. Prepare baseball, soccer, football fields, and basketball gyms for youth and adult sports games.
3. Assist with setup and breakdown of park programs and citywide events.
4. Assist with general cleaning at city facilities and grounds.
5. Assist with basic office support such as organizing, scanning, copying, filing, etc.
6. Assist with customer surveys for park programs and citywide events.
7. Parking lot attendant for programs and citywide events.
8. Patrol park grounds and facilities and inform of park rules and city municipal codes.
9. Notify immediate supervisor of any hazards or safety concerns.

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

Education and/or Experience

Completion of formal education sufficient to assure the ability to read and write at the level required for successful job performance. Applicant must be 16 years old to apply.

Knowledge of

• Sports, games and groups activities; first aid and safety.

Skill and Ability to

• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Learn and enforce safety regulations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

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

• Stand, stoop, reach and bend.
• Require mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate small objects.
• Require to perform work, which involves frequent lifting, pushing and/or pulling of objects, which may be approximately 40 pounds and may occasionally weigh up to 60 pounds.

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 (310) 952‑1736 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.