NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Recreation Series (Recreation Leader I, II, III & Recreation Program Specialist)
Glendale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$17.30/hr - $28.58/hr
0+ years expNEOGOV is seeking individuals for the Recreation Series positions at the City of Glendale's Community Services & Parks Department. These roles are primarily responsible for implementing seasonal child-care and recreational programs, ensuring exceptional customer service, and supervising various activities for youth sports and recreation.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
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Responsibilities
Ensures Department services are provided with exceptional customer service and the highest level of ethical standards
Leads, organizes, coaches, referees and stimulates interest in a variety of competitive and noncompetitive youth sports, youth fitness, games, contests, and cultural activities
Assists in various recreational programs including playgrounds, day camps, aquatics, and Civic Auditorium operations
May open buildings and facilities for programs or be responsible for proper closing procedures of those buildings and facilities
Checks out playground equipment at the various facilities, dispenses towels, checks clothing, and cares for and cleans buildings and equipment
Supervises children in the use of a wading pool
Oversees recreational reservations, and supervises the use of facilities as to their proper care
Performs cashier duties at some City functions
Keeps routine records of program participants' progress and drafts written reports
Sets up tables, chairs and audio visual equipment
Performs light maintenance duties, such as cleaning, vacuuming and mopping
Leads or assists with cleaning of public buildings, including restrooms, floors, carpet, counter tops and tables
May have the opportunity to participate in related divisional cross-training efforts
Plans and conducts arts and crafts, sports, passive and active games and special interest activities
Conducts arts and crafts, sports, passive and active games and special interest activities
Supervises children and young adults on excursions
Acts as site host for facility reservations and assists with City-wide special events
Directs other recreational staff and volunteers
Assists with the cleaning of public buildings, including offices, bathrooms, floors and carpets, by performing light maintenance, such as vacuuming, dusting and mopping after recreational activities
May drive on City business depending on the needs of the position
Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe efficient manner
Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires
Qualification
Required
Must be able to work flexible hours
Bilingual ability in a language or languages commonly spoken in the Glendale community, such as Armenian, Spanish, Korean, etc
Basic first aid practices
Basic principles, practices and methods of organizing and instructing recreational programs
Principles, practices and methods of organizing, instructing, and coaching youth sports and fitness at the elementary school-age level and recreational programs
Skill in dealing tactfully, courteously and effectively with public officials, program participants and the general public
Skill in operating and maintaining assigned equipment skillfully, safely and in conformance with applicable laws or regulations
Skill in planning, organizing and completing work assignments with little supervision
Ability to provide exceptional customer service to all employees and vendors
Ability to communicate effectively in English
Ability to foster a teamwork environment
Ability to handle cash responsibly and make accurate change
Ability to lead, coach, instruct and motivate participants
Ability to model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct
Ability to provide clear work instruction
Ability to read, write and comprehend directions in English
Ability to supervise and take responsibility for small children
One month (1) of experience involving public contact in recreational activities, or a related field
Current enrollment in High School or equivalent
Six-months (6) of experience involving public contact in recreational activities, or a related field
One-year of recent paid experience in recreation programming, or one full summer season with a municipal recreation program
One year of college coursework
Two years of paid experience in recreation leadership, programming or related field
Two years of college coursework, including specific course work in recreation programming or related field
Valid California Class C driver's license
Preferred
High School diploma or GED, CHSPE, or CPP certificate
Communicate in languages commonly spoken in the community
Valid California Class C Driver's License
Possession of current First Aid and CPR certification
Benefits
All hourly employees will be enrolled in the Public Agency Retirement System - Alternate Retirement System (PARS-ARS).
Hourly employees may also participate in the Flexible Benefit Plan.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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