Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received or until the position has been filled. This recruitment may close at any time without notice.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The City of Seaside provides outstanding services to the public and is deeply committed to a community and workforce that is inclusive, equitable, and diverse. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants, including underrepresented minorities that contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives. The City of Seaside does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual’s status in any group of class protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Under direct or general supervision or direction, oversees recreation activities in connection with a specific recreation services program or functional area in support of community, recreational, or park facilities; and performs related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Recreation Leader I & II: Receives direct or general supervision from the Recreation Supervisor. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.
Recreation Leader III: Receives general supervision from the Recreation Supervisor. May exercise technical and functional supervision and provide training to lower-level staff.
Recreation Leader IV: Receives general direction from the Recreation Supervisor. Exercises technical and functional supervision and provide training to lower-level staff.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
Recreation Leader I: This is the entry-level class in the Recreation Leader series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn City recreation programs, activities, facilities, and equipment, and a wide variety of practices and procedures. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the II level, but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. Since this class is often used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience.
Recreation Leader II: This is the journey-level class in the Recreation Leader series that performs the full range of duties required to ensure that City facilities, recreation programs, activities, and services are safe and effective and provide the highest level of customer satisfaction for public use. Responsibilities include inspecting and attending to assigned areas in a timely manner, and performing a wide variety of tasks in the facilitation of recreation programs and activities. Positions at this level are distinguished from the I level by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive general instruction and assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.
Recreation Leader III: This is the advanced journey/lead worker level class in the Recreation Leader series. Positions at this level perform the full range of duties required with considerable independent judgment and initiative receiving only occasional instruction as new or unusual situations arise. In addition, positions at this level provide lead direction and make work assignments to lower level staff. Positions at this level are further differentiated from Recreation Leader I/II positions in that incumbents at this level may assume responsibility for an entire recreation facility.
Recreation Leader IV: This is the advanced journey level class in the Recreation Leader series. Positions at this level perform the full range of duties required with considerable independent judgment and initiative receiving only occasional instruction as new or unusual situations arise. In addition, positions at this level provide lead direction and make work assignments to lower level staff. Positions at this level are further differentiated from Recreation Leader III positions in that incumbents at this level assume responsibility for an entire recreation facility and/or program.
Positions in the Recreation Leader class series are flexibly staffed and positions at the III and IV levels are normally filled by advancement from the I, II, and III levels, respectively, once an incumbent meets the qualifications for and after demonstrating the ability to perform the work of the higher-level class. When filled from the outside, the incumbent is required to have prior related experience that allows the incumbent to meet the qualification standards for the higher levels.
All candidates will be fingerprinted for submission to the California Department of Justice in order to work with children and must test free of tuberculosis.
Working Conditions: Indoor and outdoors working environment, subject to sitting or standing for long periods of time and subject to playing games and activities with all age groups.
Physical Demands: Must possess mobility to work in a recreation/office setting and use standard office equipment including a computer; strength to lift and carry office and recreation materials weighing up to forty-pounds and to reach, stoop, push, pull, squat, twist, turn and bend to participate in recreational activities; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the phone; ability to use both vision and hearing to identify and evaluate field emergencies and respond physically to these emergencies quickly and appropriately; mental acuteness to collect and interpret data, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and make valid judgment and decision.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS
All City of Seaside employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
