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NEOGOV · 2 months ago

Recreation Leader III - Hourly/At-Will/Part-Time

Norwalk Arts & Sports Complex 13000 Clarkdale Ave., CA

Full-time, Part-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$23.43/hr - $28.48/hr

4+ years exp

The City of Norwalk is looking for motivated individuals to fill part-time Recreation Leader III positions in their Recreation and Parks Department. The role involves coordinating and directing various recreational programs, supervising staff and volunteers, and preparing reports while working flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

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Responsibilities

Coordinate recreation programs, including special events, sports leagues, social and cultural activities, and city-wide events

Organize, conduct and promote programs for the use of facilities at recreation centers, and provides a program for the use of facilities by organized groups

Assist in the evaluation and recommendation of program activities

Prepare reports and correspondence

Supervise and evaluate staff

Officiate and instruct in games; teach fundamentals of play and sports conduct in recreational activities

Assist in the coordination of city-wide contract classes. Organize and coordinates the City's Therapeutic Recreation program for all age groups

Plan and provide a comprehensive schedule of activities and schedules

Orders program supplies; maintain financial records

Assist in program evaluation

Perform various administrative and support duties as assigned

Qualification

Recreation program coordinationSupervisionEvaluationActiveNet softwareWhen to Work softwareReport preparationSpanish languageCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Advanced methods, practices, and equipment used in providing and maintaining an effective recreational and special activities program

Recreation planning and administration

The policies, rules, and regulations governing the conduct and safety of persons using the recreational facilities and equipment

Develop, coordinate, and direct varied activities involved in a community recreation program

Supervise, assign, train, and organize children and adult activities

Keep accurate records

Work with people having varied socio-economic standings

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, participants, instructors, and the general public

Communicate effectively orally and in writing

Organize groups for participation

Any combination of education and/or experience has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for satisfactory job performance

Two (2) years of college coursework in recreation or related area

Four (4) years experience, paid or volunteer, as a leader in a recreational activity

Computer skills are required

Possession of or ability to obtain an appropriate California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record may be required

Preferred

The ability to speak Spanish

Knowledge of ActiveNet

When to Work Software

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Benefits

Membership in the Public Agency Retirement System (PARS) is required. The employee pays the 7.5% retirement contribution.

The City is affiliated with the Los Angles County F & A Federal Credit Union. Please check with the Department of Human Resources for details.

An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available to provide help to employees and members of their families who are experiencing personal problems.

After 3,000 hours of employment, an hourly employee is entitled to six hours pay for specified holidays designated in the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

After 3,000 hours of employment, vacation leave is accumulated at the rate of .046 hours for each hour of straight time worked.

Beginning on the 30th day of employment with the City, employee will accrue sick leave at the rate of .033 hours for each hour of straight time worked. No sick leave shall be taken until the 90th day of employment. After 3,000 hours of employment, sick leave is accumulated at the rate of .046 hours for each hour of straight time worked.

Eligibility for medical coverage is determined using the Affordable Care Act guidelines. Employees may also qualify after 3,000 hours of employment.

Optional Short Term Disability, Hospitalization, Accident and Cancer insurance policies are available at the employee's cost.

The City provides preference to military veterans under consideration for initial employment.