Salary: $16.71 – $20.55 Hourly
Location : Montebello, CA
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: 23-24 REC IV
Department: Parks & Recreation Department
Opening Date: 07/10/2023
Closing Date: 7/24/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time during the recruitment process. This job posting may be closed at any time without notice.
Under the direction of the Recreation Coordinator and/or Recreation Supervisor, the Recreation Leader IV will plan, implement, and promote activities such as after-school programs, youth and adult sports, aquatics, classes, excursions, special events, and other department programs, activities and events.
Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills
Duties may include but are not limited to the following: Assists with the development and implementation of recreation programs and applicable budgets; assists in the implementation of service programs; implements and directs specialized recreational classes for the community; prepares oral and written reports; assists with daily departmental activities; plans, initiates and organizes regularly scheduled activities and special programs; directs staff in gathering equipment needed for a program; ensure staff perform checks on equipment for safe operations, ensure staff distributes equipment to the coaches, participants and officials; reports unsafe conditions immediately to supervisor and assists with reducing safety hazards to participants; responsible for supervision of staff members’ proper handling of supplies and funds; may coordinate or supervise all activities in an assigned recreational center; coordinates and instructs various club activities; may collect and record money received; maintains records and reports as required; assists in promoting recreational events to the community; may assist in the administration of additional programs and activities; oversee operations and scheduling of City facilities and programs; supervises and trains subordinate staff; other duties as assigned.
The incumbent may work a varying schedule of hours which may include nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays.
Minimum qualifications & Requirements
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Basic objectives, methods, and techniques of planned recreation: sports, games, and group activities; suitable for children; safety practices; knowledge of the equipment facilities, operations, and techniques used in a comprehensive community recreation program, all duties listed and described in Recreation Leader I, II, and III positions.
ABILITY TO:
Organize and supervise the activities of groups using recreational facilities; conduct recreational activities; keep simple records and prepare reports and notices; establish and maintain effective and cooperative relationships; ability to communicate effectively orally, and in writing, perform all duties listed and described in Recreation Leader I, II, and III positions.
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
The equivalent to four (4) years of work experience in recreation and community services is desirable. Ability to deal effectively with public, effectively communicate orally and in writing, and follow directions. Direct experience in leadership volunteer work or recreation activities is required.
Supplemental information
**As of August 24, 2021, the City of Montebello implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. Employees must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before starting work or no later than October 14, 2021. The City encourages applicants to get a free vaccination at a place of their choice or at any walk-in clinic. A candidate’s vaccination status will be reviewed as part of the post-offer pre-employment physical examination. Request for exemptions to the mandatory vaccination policy may be submitted for a medical or sincerely held religious belief and will go through a determination process.
**The City of Montebello is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.