Salary: See Position Description
Location : Redding, CA
Job Type: Part-Time (Status 9)
Job Number: 401RC 620 082023
Department: Community Services
Division: 620 Recreation
Opening Date: 08/14/2023
Closing Date: 8/28/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: Unrep
Description
Apply NOW for this part time position at the MLK Jr. Center. The position will be filled as soon as possible, so please apply immediately. The current opening is utilized part-time, throughout the year.
If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted directly by the Department. Positions may include day, evening, holiday and weekend shift work and require work in the sunlight and the elements.
Minimum age for any position is 16. All new employees will be subject to drug/alcohol screening, and if 18 or older, will be fingerprinted prior to beginning work. Required certifications must be submitted prior to employment.
The following position will be filled from this job posting:
- MLK Jr. Program Staff (Recreation Leader): $15.75-$17.36/hour
We are looking for someone to
Normal job duties include:
- Support the after school program with homework help, planning games and activities, providing positive mentorship to youth.
- Assist with special activities or programs (i.e., Halloween, Christmas holiday events, fun runs, arts and crafts).
- Perform related duties as assigned.
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Qualifications we’re looking for
MLK Jr. program staff:
- Must possess the desire and ability to work with youth from elementary to high school age. Be a positive role model to improve the lives of youth in a recreational and educational environment.
- Candidates must have a desire to work with children and adolescents, be self-motivated, take initiative, and work well as a team.
Education, Experience and Special Requirements:
- Typical education would include a high school diploma or equivalent, or current enrollment as a student; and some experience or program specific knowledge in the assigned activity.
- Typical experience would include some experience as a participant, coach, official, or advisor in the assigned activity.
- Must possess or be willing to acquire First Aid and CPR/AED Adult with CPR Child/Infant Certification
- Possession of the appropriate California Driver’s license is highly desirable, bot not required.
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What to expect from the Application and Exam Process
You will receive notifications pertaining to this recruitment at the e-mail and text message number provided on your application. Email correspondence may go to your spam or junk mail folder.
Examination Process: An oral board interview, written examination, practical exercise, or any combination thereof, will be administered.
This recruitment will add to an existing eligibility list that may be used to fill current and future vacancies.
Selection Process: Final appointment is contingent upon:
- Passing a city paid fingerprint criminal conviction check (applicants 18 and older).
- Passing a pre-employment medical exam and drug and alcohol screening test.
Veteran’s Credit: Applicants who attach a copy of the DD-214 to their application indicating “Honorable Discharge” from military service and receive a passing score on the examination process will have two (2) additional points added to their final examination score.
The City of Redding adheres to Cal/OSHA COVID-19 requirements.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/FEDERAL AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
NOTE: This is a summary of benefits and is provided as a courtesy. For specific benefit information, refer to the labor agreements (MOUs) of each bargaining unit.
To view the Employment and Benefit Policies for Unrepresented Employees,
THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA-HELP EMPLOYEES OR PART-TIME EMPLOYEES.
Holidays:
An average of thirteen and a half per year. Fire Association covered employees receive a payment in lieu of holidays. Holiday compensation for Redding Peace Officers Association and Redding Police Managers Association employees has been converted to base pay.
Vacation:
Two weeks per year up to the fourth year of service, three weeks up to nine years of service, three and a half weeks up to fourteen years of service, four weeks up to nineteen years of service, four and a half weeks up to twenty-four years of service, five weeks after twenty-four years of service. For accrual rates for Fire Department shift employees, refer to MOU. Part-time and temporary employees may be eligible for some vacation/paid time off benefits.
Sick Leave:
Twelve working days of sick leave are accrued each year. Unused sick leave may be credited toward retirement. For accrual rates for Fire Department shift employees, refer to MOU.
Health Insurance:
Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life for employee and dependent, and long-term disability for employees.
Retirement:
Full-time employees are covered by CalPERS (formula is dependent on hire date and member status in CalPERS) and are not covered under the Social Security System.
Administrative Leave:
Management positions are eligible to receive 40 hours of administrative leave per calendar year as authorized by the department director; additional leave up to 40 hours may be granted by the City Manager.
Deferred Compensation Plans:
Available for interested employees.
Union Dues: Job classifications in the unrepresented group do not pay union dues.
Part-Time Retirement Benefit Program:
Part-time, seasonal, and full-time temporary employees either participate in the Social Security System or the PARS Alternate Retirement System depending upon bargaining unit assignment.
SDI:
Unrepresented positions do not participate in SDI.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
01
Are you at least 16 years of age?
- Yes
- No
02
Please indicate all of your current certifications.
- American Heart Association CPR/AED
- American Red Cross First Aid
- American Red Cross CPR for the Professional
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Trainer
- American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification
- American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Trainer
- Aquatic Exercise Association
- Food Handler Certificate
- Lifeguard Management
- National Arthritis Foundation Certification
- Nationally Recognized Fitness Certification
- United States Water Fitness Association
- None or not applicable to the position for which I am applying
- Other
03
If you checked “Other” above, please explain. If you did not check “Other”, please type N/A below.
04
Please indicate the age groups you wish to work with.
- Preschool Ages 1-5
- Elementary Grades K-5
- Middle School Grades 6-8
- High School Grades 9-12
- Adults
- Seniors
05
Please identify your experience planning, organizing, and leading a variety of indoor and outdoor activities for children.
- Paid experience
- Volunteer experience
- No paid or volunteer experience
06
If you indicated paid or volunteer experience above, please describe. If you do not have paid or volunteer experience, please type N/A below.
07
Please select the skills/abilities that you would bring to the position.
- Experience working with youth
- Experience working with adults
- Customer service or public contact experience
- Experience teaching, coaching, or leading groups
- Coaching certification
- Community involvement/volunteerism
- Experience leading staff
- Educational classes related to the work
- Lifeguard experience
- Officiating experience
- None of the above
08
Which of the following are you willing and able to work?
- Weekdays
- Weekends
- Evenings
- Holidays
- Spring
- Summer
- Fall
- Winter
09
Are you capable of lifting and moving 30-50 pounds?
- Yes
- No
Required Question