Senior Recreation Leader II

City of La Mirada, CA; La Mirada (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of La Mirada seeks a part-time Recreation Supervisor to oversee various community services programs. This role involves planning activities, supervising facilities, and managing staff, with a focus on providing quality recreational services to youth, adults, and seniors in the community. Applicants should have strong leadership and customer service skills, along with a background in recreation or related fields.

Qualifications

• Two years of related recreation experience required.
• One year of supervisory experience required.
• Experience with youth, adult, and senior recreation programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans and manages recreation activities for all age groups.
• Supervises facility rentals and maintains records.
• Recruits and trains staff and volunteers.

Skills

Customer Service

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Completed college level coursework in Recreation or related field

Job description

Job Type : Hourly / Part-time / At Will-Designated

Job Number : 2025-30

Department : Community Services

Opening Date : 06 / 02 / 2025

Closing Date : 6 / 20 / 2025 4 : 00 PM Pacific

Job Description

Approx. 30-35 hours per week

Position is Hourly / Part-Time / At-Will

Must be available evening and weekend hours)

Oral interviews are tentatively scheduled the week of July 7

Under general supervision, assists in the planning, development, implementation, and supervision of a wide variety of Community Services programs, services and activities. Provides support to the Community Services Department in a variety of youth, adult, and senior recreation programs and activities.

Typical Duties Performed

These examples do not include all the duties which may be assigned.)

• Provides supervision of Community Services facilities when full-time staff are not available.

Supervises City programs, services, and activities.

Supervises, recruits, evaluates, schedules, and trains staff, and volunteers.

Plans, develops, conducts, supervises and manages a wide variety of recreation activities for children, adults and seniors.

Assists with supervising facility rentals and maintaining reservation schedules.

Enrolls participants in various recreation programs.

Prepares press releases, reports, evaluations, parent letters, agendas, flyers, brochures, schedules, memorandums, and other written communication.

Makes recommendations regarding the acquisition of equipment and supplies.

Assists with budget preparation and monitoring.

Plans and coordinates citywide special events.

Assists with developing and conducting staff meetings and trainings.

Supervises cash handling and daily receipts.

Organizes and maintains accurate records.

Adheres to City and departmental policies and procedures.

Performs related duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Must possess excellent customer service skills.

Knowledge of : The fundamentals, rules and regulations of various youth, adult, and senior recreation programs and activities; policies, procedures, and regulations governing the conduct and safety of persons using equipment and facilities. Methods, practices, and equipment used in maintaining an effective recreational program; CPR, AED and First Aid safety practices; Recreation Activity Management Software; graphics programs; English grammar, punctuation, spelling and composition Demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, community groups, staff, and other agencies. Prepare and deliver oral and written reports to supervisors, staff and groups of individuals. Exercise good judgment, courtesy, and tact with staff and the public. Delegate and assign tasks to employees and volunteers. Utilize Windows based software. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and available to work nights, weekends and holidays.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION :

Experience : Two years of related recreation experience, including one year of employee supervisory experience is required. Experience with youth, adult, and senior recreation programs is preferred.

Education : Graduation from high school or equivalent is required. Completed college level coursework is required, preferably in Recreation, Physical Education or related field.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE :

Possession of a valid California Driver License is required.

Possession of CPR, AED, and First Aid certificates are required within the first month of employment. Certification will be provided by the City.

Supplemental Information

SELECTION AND HIRING PROCESS :

A completed online application and supplemental questionnaire (if applicable) are required to be considered for this position. Resumes are accepted along with the application form but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Applicants will be screened based on the qualifications for the job as described. Applications evaluated as best matching the needs of the City will continue in the selection process. The selection process may include any or all of the following : oral interview(s), a written or practical examination, a skills test, and an assessment center examination. The selection process may be changed as deemed necessary by the City Human Resources Office.

Candidates will be required to pass a City administered pre-employment requirements to include live scan fingerprinting and a medical examination as part of the Selection Process. Candidates who do not pass any portion of the above processes will be disqualified and removed from proceeding in the selection process

The provisions of any job flyer or job application do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. The provisions may be modified or revoked without notice.

The City of La Mirada offers a competitive compensation and benefits package based on the adopted Appointments are normally made at the first step of a five step salary range. One year of City service is required to advance to the next pay step in the salary range.

For detailed salary and benefits information, see current

This position requires working a range of hours, including nights and weekends. Are there any days of the week and times that you are not available to work? Please explain.

Describe your experience supervising staff and / or volunteers.

Describe your experience working with youth and / or adult and senior recreation programs.