Recreation Leader II - After-school Recreation

Salary: $18.50 - $21.50 HourlyLocation : Various Dublin LocationsJob Type: TemporarySeasonalJob Number: 202300093Department: Parks & Community ServicesDivision: Youth & Teens - 7511Opening Date: 02122025FLSA: Non-Exempt Description The City of Dublin is hiring! We are now accepting applications for Recreation Leader IIs for our After-school Recreation program. Interested individuals are strongly encouraged to apply early. This recruitment is open until filled and may close at any time without notice once sufficient qualified applications have been reviewed. General Purpose:Under general supervision, lead and conduct activities in the delivery of recreation program areas including preschool, playground, after school programs, parks, teens, sports, special events, and senior citizen; oversee the proper use of a community recreational facility; perform a variety of custodial tasks; assist the public and staff in use of City facilities. Distinguishing Characteristics:The Recreation Leader II classification is distinguished from the Recreation I classification in the complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, the amount of time spent performing the duties, the nature of the public contact made, and its training responsibilities of new staff. Positions at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned area of responsibility.Supervision Received and Exercised:Receive general supervision from a Recreation Coordinator and may receive technical andor functional supervision from a Recreation Leader III or Program Specialist. Exercise technical and functional supervision over Recreation Leader I. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe following duties are typical for this classification. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is a similar, related, or logical assignment to this class.Perform all duties and responsibilities as Recreation Leader I.Lead and conduct recreational activities in program areas such as preschool, playground, parks, after school programming, teens, sports, museum, special events, and senior citizen activities.Lead and conduct activities in areas such as arts and crafts, games, sports, music, drama, and nature study.Lead and instruct participants in the rules and methods of playing indoor and outdoor spect activity areas and related equipment, make written reports of damage to equipment or facility and recommend maintenance and repair, as appropriate.Enforce safety rules and regulations; maintain orderly participant conduct.Provide minor first aid to recreation program participantsspectators andor perform related first aidemergency techniques.Exercise precautions necessary to ensure the safety of program participants, spectators, and renters.Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.Open and close facilities as scheduled for use; clean up after facility users and set up for subsequent activities; secure the facility upon leaving.Set up furniture or equipment for activities scheduled and see that it is in proper condition and is replaced after use.Sweep and mop floors as required; keep restrooms and kitchen clean and well stocked with paper towels, tissues, etc.; empty trash receptacles throughout the facility as necessary.Responsible for monitoring adherence to building rules and party limitations.Maintain records and complete written program plans and reports.When work assignments are in public area of assigned facility, greet visitors, collect fees, have visitors sign guest book.Provide facility and exhibit orientations andor tours including appropriate tour materials.Lead and conduct lessons, games, crafts and songs for after school, camps, and preschool programs.Function as supervising attendant for facility rentals, as necessary.Monitor patrons, patrol parks and enforce rules to ensure that permit areas are safe, clean, and functional; notify Dublin Police Services as deemed necessary.Observe park conditions to ensure that permit areas, including picnic areas and fields are within appropriate standards.Post City information as required and remove outdated and or unauthorized notices.Confirm reservations for specific permitted areas; resolve conflicts when appropriate.Provide advice and information on park and recreation regulations to the public when requested andor as needed; prepare incident reports and related documentation as needed.Ensure that activities operate in accordance with general department philosophy, objectives and guidelines.Perform related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Training and ExperienceAny combination equivalent to education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities are qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:EducationThere is no educational requirement for this class.ExperienceA minimum of one-year experience performing duties similar to that of a Recreation Leader I.Licenses; Certificates; Special RequirementsAt time of hire, must be 16 years of age (18 years of age or older depending on assignment).Any offer of employment to an adult who will have direct contact with minors is conditional upon submission of completed fingerprint screening and a satisfactory background check.Current certification in First Aid and CPR is required.Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License and certificate of automobile insurance for personal liability may be required, depending on assignment. This classification is designated as a Mandated Reporter; Completion of Mandated Reporter training is required within one month of employment.Knowledge ofEnglish language skills, including punctuation and spelling.Operational characteristics of assigned recreation programs.Principles and practices of facility maintenance and operational practices.Principles and practices of standard safety precautions.Techniques of instruction, and use of equipment and supplies, for conducting recreation programs in preschool, playground, parks, after school programming, teens, sports, museum, special events, and senior citizen activities.Basic arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Point of sale or cash registers. Customer service principles and conflict resolution.Ability toLead and conduct recreation programs and activities.Lead and conduct effective program curriculumcontent and assist in planning and scheduling anize people, supplies, equipment and facilities.Follow written and oral instructions.Express ideas and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.Exercise courtesy and tact in dealing with program participants, spectators, and renters.Deal with difficult or stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.Problem-solve conflicts and disputes as applicable.Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.Work effectively with preschool, elementary, and teenage children and parents.Learn tour and exhibit content; provide tours to diverse audiences.Analyze and interpret facility policies and procedures.Explain and enforce rules, regulations, procedures and program objectives.Administer basic First AidCPR.Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Other Necessary Requirements Physical StandardsThe physical standards described are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and report operational and technical policy and procedures.Employees must sit andor stand for extended periods; communicate in person, during meetings, and by phone; and use hands to operate office equipment. Physical tasks include bending, twisting, standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 pounds or pushingpulling equipment up to 100 pounds. Duties require written and verbal communication, interpreting information and layouts, and interacting with staff, volunteers, vendors, and the public. THE SELECTION PROCESSThe best qualified candidates whose background and experience most closely meet the City's current needs will be invited to participate in an intervieworal board. In addition, the selection process may consist of written andor oral components. The City reserves the right to test an applicant in any other manner to determine suitability and to alter any aspect of the selection process. Meeting the minimum requirements listed in this job description does not guarantee advancement in subsequent phases of the selection process.Candidates who successfully complete the interview process may be placed on an employment eligibility list. This list may be canceled at any time, without notice to candidates. All offers of employment are conditional upon the ability to provide verification of authorization to work in the United States.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERIn accordance with Federal and State laws, the City of Dublin does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, handicap, disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, or age.The City of Dublin will make reasonable accommodations for the participation in employment, programs, and facilities. Please notify the Personnel Division at (925) 833-6650 regarding the type of reasonable accommodations needed within three days following recruitment closing date.THIS ANNOUNCEMENT is meant only as a general description guide and is subject to change. The information contained herein does not constitute an expressed or implied contract of employment, and these provisions are subject to change.Other than statutory law, AB1522 (CA Paid Sick Leave law), there are no benefits for part-time, temporaryseasonal positions. The City does not participate in the Social Security system except for a mandatory Medicare contribution. In lieu of Social Security, the City will contribute 1.5% of the employee's salary on the employee's behalf to the PARS Alternate Retirement System.01 At the time of hire, candidates must be 18 years of age or older. Do you meet the age requirement? Yes No 02 Do you possess a valid Red Cross CPR and First Aid Certification? Yes No 03 Have you or do you plan on applying for any other positions with the City of Dublin? Yes No 04 If you answered "yes" to question 3, please list all the positions andor programs you applied for. 05 The After-school Recreation Program position requires working Monday to Friday, 1:45 PM - 5:45 PM, on school days only. Are you available to work this schedule? Yes No 06 If you could create your own work schedule (days of weektime preference) what would it be? 07 A minimum of one-year experience performing duties similar to that of a Recreation Leader I is required for the Recreation Leader II position. For more information about the Recreation Leader I position, please visit: describe your experience. 08 Describe your experience (paid or volunteer) working with school age children in a structured or supervised socialrecreational program. 09 I understand that this is a part-time, temporaryseasonal position and other than statutory law, AB1522 (CA Paid Sick Leave law), there are no benefits for this position. Yes No Required Question

Created: 2025-02-19