Youth Recreation Leader — Parks, Programs & Athletics

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

Job summary

City of Downey seeks a Recreation Leader for Parks and Facilities, Programs, or Gymnasium/Sports. You will supervise, guide youth, and help prepare facilities for events and activities across centers and fields.

Role requires weekend availability and the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and holidays. A California driver’s license may be required; candidates should enjoy working with youth and the public in a dynamic recreation setting.

Qualifications

• Education: Junior standing or higher in high school required.
• Experience: Some recreation leadership experience desirable.
• Programs/Camps: prior camp experience is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of: Techniques and procedures of effective communication and youth sports rules, special events, and leadership.
• Ability to: Communicate effectively both orally and in writing; work with minimum supervision and plan and organize work; work in a team; work well with the public; work cooperatively with administrators, co-workers, and participants; and follow oral and written directions.
• Must be at least 15 1/2 years of age.
• Applicants under 18 years of age are required to provide a work permit at the time of hire.
• License: A California Class C Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions may be required.

Responsibilities

• Keep facility grounds clean.
• Provide instruction, leadership and supervision of youth enrolled in the park program, sports camps, clinics and leagues.
• Position includes preparing and instructing youth in games, sports, crafts and special activities, perform facility and program set up as required.
• Be an active leader with a positive attitude - demonstrate skills, encourage children, make sure games are played fair and use initiative to pro-actively keep peace and harmony in an outdoor park setting.
• General supervision of the park/gym sites.
• Cash handling, maintain accurate records and prepare reports.
• Prepping and maintaining activity room and shelter reservations. Special event set-up, breakdown, attractions, parking lots, booths and other event support.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Public interaction

Education

High school education

Job description

City of Downey seeks a Recreation Leader for Parks and Facilities, Programs, or Gymnasium/Sports. You will supervise, guide youth, and help prepare facilities for events and activities across centers and fields.

Role requires weekend availability and the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and holidays. A California driver’s license may be required; candidates should enjoy working with youth and the public in a dynamic recreation setting.